Nutrition & Health

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Brushing cracker dough with water(1)
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Sesame Sourdough Crackers-Time to Discard Some Starter?

September 28, 2020
This project satisfies several kitchen itches, namely: makes good use of sourdough discard, shows some love for a neglected kitchen tool, and produces a simple, delicious cracker. The original version of this recipe can be found at https://www.loveandoliveoil.
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Beans on Freezing Trays
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How to Harvest and Freeze Fava Beans

September 21, 2020
Fava beans, or broad beans, are one of the oldest know cultivated plants carbon dated to over 10,000 years ago according to research published in an online paper in the journal of Scientific Reports.
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A honey bee nectaring on African blue basil blossoms is unaware that on the other side, camouflaged and hidden in the shadows, is a praying mantis. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
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The Honey Bee and the Praying Mantis

September 18, 2020
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
So I'm a praying mantis and being a top-notch real estate developer, I've located the best place in the pollinator garden. I have acquired the proper plans and permits to orchestrate complete control over the property. Ah, the fragrance of the African blue basil. The tasty nectar.
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A honey bee nectaring on African blue basil in Vacaville, Calif. At right is Salvia microphylla "Hot Lips." (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
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The Beauty of the Bee

September 17, 2020
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
Have you ever pulled up a chair in your garden and watched honey bees foraging? They are so intent on their "bees-ness" that they don't know you're there. It's a great opportunity to photograph them.
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