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How to Make Homemade Soft Pretzels

October 26, 2020 By Rachel Leave a Comment

Homemade Soft Pretzels

Fill your home with the heavenly aroma of freshly baked bread as you whip up this simple, yet unbelievably fun and delicious snack!

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Baking, Dietary Needs, Halloween, Holidays, How To, Kid-Friendly, Meal Types, Pennsylvania Dutch, Recipes, Snacks, Specific Audiences, Vegetarian Tagged With: Appetizer, Beer, brown sugar, butter, comfort food, Homemade, Mustard, Oktoberfest, Philadelphia, Philly, snack, soft pretzels

How To Make Caramelized Onions

September 1, 2019 By Rachel 2 Comments

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Learn the techniques to create that amazing sweet and savory flavor right in your own home!

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Filed Under: Dietary Needs, Gluten-Free, How To, Meal Types, Onions, Recipes, Sides, Vegetables, Vegetarian Tagged With: butter, Caramelized Onions, cooking technique, How To, Onions

How to Make a Balsamic Glaze (Reduction)

June 24, 2019 By Rachel 1 Comment

Find all of the answers you need to make a perfect balsamic reduction – including the ever-important question: Which vinegar do I choose?

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Filed Under: Dairy-Free, Dietary Needs, Dressings and Sauces, Fruits, Gluten-Free, Grapes, Healthy, How To, Meal Types, Recipes, Vegan / Vegan Options, Vegetarian Tagged With: balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, glaze, How To, reduction, salt

All About Garlic Scapes

July 9, 2018 By Rachel 28 Comments

All About Garlic Scapes

Garlic isn’t JUST about the bulb anymore! This useful guide contains all you need to know about selecting, preparing, and storing this tender and fragrant delicacy.

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Filed Under: Farm to Table, Gardening, Garlic Scapes, How To, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Vegetables Tagged With: about garlic scapes, CSA Vegetable, farmer's market vegetable, gardening, Garlic, Garlic Scapes, preparation, recipe ideas, storage

How To Grow Strawberries in a Planter Pot

June 3, 2018 By Rachel 3 Comments

How To Grow Strawberries in a Planter Pot

If you want to enjoy fresh strawberries all summer long, just follow these simple tricks for a healthy, productive plant!

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Filed Under: Fruits, Gardening, How To, Playing With Food, Seasons, Spring, Strawberries Tagged With: fruit, gardening, How To, Kids, patio garden, planter, pot, PVC Pipe, Spring, Strawberry

All About Blue Hubbard Squash

January 23, 2016 By Rachel 85 Comments

About Blue Hubbard Squash

Have you tried blue hubbard squash yet? This helpful guide will teach you everything you need to know about this sweet, nutty member of the squash family – including how to prep and cooking tips.

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Filed Under: Blue Hubbard Squash, Fall, Farm to Table, How To, Winter, Winter Squash Tagged With: about, Blue Hubbard, blue hubbard squash, CSA, CSA Vegetable, How To, Squash, Winter Squash

All About North Georgia Candy Roaster Squash

December 22, 2015 By Rachel 101 Comments

North Georgia Candy Roaster Squash

Make the most of this big, sweet, delicious squash with this handy guide full of facts and tips on how to prepare it.

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Filed Under: Fall, Farm to Table, How To, Winter, Winter Squash Tagged With: about, candy roaster, Heirloom Squash, North Georgia Candy Roaster Squash, rare seeds, Winter Squash

How To Care For Your Cast Iron Skillet

October 26, 2015 By Rachel 26 Comments

Cast Iron Skillet

Check out the benefits of cooking with cast iron. Plus, learn how to give it the care it deserves to make it last for generations!

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Filed Under: How To Tagged With: care, cast iron, chemical-free cooking, cooking technique, non-stick pan, pan, seasoning cast iron, skillet

How to Taste Craft Beer (Featuring 6 Fall Varieties)

October 20, 2015 By Daniel 14 Comments

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Ever been to a beer tasting and had no idea what you were doing? Using five simple metrics, we’ll show you how to compare and evaluate 6 great fall beers.

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Filed Under: How To Tagged With: alcohol, Beer, craft beer, Fall, How To, Pumpkin

How to Make Chamomile Tea with Fresh Flowers

July 7, 2015 By Rachel 57 Comments

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This recipe for homemade chamomile tea has hints of sweetness and apple that can only be found in a cup made with fresh flowers.

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Filed Under: Beverages, Dairy-Free, Easy, Gluten-Free, Healthy, How To, Spring, Summer, Vegan / Vegan Options, Vegetarian Tagged With: Chamomile, Drink, Fresh Herbs, Herbs, Hot, How To, Mint, Sleep, Tea

How To Make Baked Beets

February 9, 2015 By Rachel 2 Comments

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How to Make Baked Beets: Step-by-Step directions with pictures on how to make perfect beets without oil.

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Filed Under: How To Tagged With: Baked, Beets, CSA, Healthy, How To, Oil-Free, Organic, Whole Food

How To Pop Amaranth

December 1, 2014 By Rachel Leave a Comment

How To Pop Amaranth

Video and written instructions on how to pop amaranth, a healthy whole grain that can be used for baking.

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How To Make Pumpkin Puree

November 21, 2014 By Rachel Leave a Comment

how to make pumpkin puree

If you are feeling extra adventurous around the holiday season, or if you have just too many pumpkins on your hands (my problem), my pumpkin puree recipe is surprisingly easy and tasty. Made in larger batches, some can be used immediately, and some can be frozen for later use. Pumpkin puree is best known for its use in pies, but is a healthy addition to soups and pasta recipes.

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How To Cut a Butternut Squash

November 6, 2014 By Rachel Leave a Comment

How To Cut a Butternut Squash

So many times I have broken a sweat and muttered unmentionables under my breath while trying to cut a butternut squash, that is, until I stumbled upon a simple hack. Check out my step-by-step directions, with photos, on how to cut a butternut squash without completely losing your patience.

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Filed Under: How To Tagged With: Butternut, CSA, Fall, Organic, Squash

Hi, I'm Rachel! Welcome to Simple Seasonal, a resource for simple, healthful, and delicious recipes that help you make the most of seasonal produce from your local farmer's market, CSA, or home garden. Simple Seasonal is committed to a whole foods diet. With an occasional cookie... ;)


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