Grow basil in Texas Basil is one of the herbs that grow well in Texas. Despite its delicate appearance, it is among the best heat-tolerant plants. It is an easy herb to grow for beginner gardeners, including kids. Here is how to grow basil in Central Texas. When to plant …
An Easy Braised Chicken & Pepper
From late spring through mid-summer, the abundance of peppers triggers our cooking creativity. Although my kids enjoy eating raw vegetables, I always make them try recipes from other cultures. This Braised Chicken & Pepper is a twisted version of the Hungarian Chicken Paprikash. What is a ragout? Ragout is a …
How to Be a Frugal Gardener?
In the olden days, gardening was a real job where all family members have assigned tasks. Today, we see that gardening has become more of a hobby, where people try to showcase their talent. In this world of consumption, we have turned gardening from a providing activity into a consuming …
An Easy Summer Vegetable Tian
When this dish makes its way to my weekly meal plan, that’s the declaration of the arrival of summer.With all fairness, I got the recipe from Ina Garten’s show Barefoot Contessa. At the time, I was not a gardener, but I had a passion for seasonal food. Then when I …