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Follow this woodland garden plan for a lush shade garden. Cimicifuga Care Must-Knows Cimicifuga grows best in moist soil that is rich in organic matter and part shade to full shade. In Zones 7 and above, full shade is essential; too much sun will burn the plant’s leaves and create bedraggled-looking specimens. If your garden soil is dry or crumbly, incorporate a large amount of well-decomposed compost into the dirt before planting....

Highlights Nominated by the International Association of Culinary Professionals for her book Dessert Person: Recipes and Guidance for Baking with Confidence in 2021New York Times Best Seller for Dessert Person: Recipes and Guidance for Baking with Confidence, where she was No. 2 in the “Advice, How-To & Miscellaneous” Category

Claret Cup Cactus Care Plant cactus in full sun and sand or soil that is extremely well-drained—or risk root rot. Make sure the planting bed is well away from play areas in which spines could cause injury. In cool regions choose a planting spot next to a south or west facing wall, which will provide extra protection in winter. Claret cup cactus thrives in lean soil, so do not add compost to the planting hole....

The verdict is in: You can cook and dye Easter eggs in an Instant Pot (or other pressure cooker), and it only takes 6 minutes. Forget the messy store-bought dye tablets and flimsy wire egg holders; this method is quick, easy, and mess-free. How to Dye Eggs in an Instant Pot Follow these easy instructions to dye Easter eggs in an Instant Pot. It should take about 6 minutes to dye and cook one dozen eggs....

Pressure Cooker Blend mixture as above. In a 6-quart electric pressure cooker or 4- to 6-quart stove-top pressure cooker combine blended mixture and potatoes. Set aside 2 tablespoons coconut milk. Stir remaining corn, remaining coconut milk, bell peppers, jalapeño, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper into broth mixture. Lock lid. Set electric cooker on high pressure to cook for 2 minutes. For stove-top cooker bring up to pressure over medium-high heat according to manufacturer’s directions; reduce heat enough to maintain steady (but not excessive) pressure....

1 tablespoon dried marjoram 1 tablespoon dried thyme 1 tablespoon dried savory 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried rosemary ½ teaspoon dried sage ½ teaspoon fennel seed

To Bake Meatballs Lightly oil a 15x10-inch baking pan. Place panko-coated meatballs on prepared pan. Bake in a 425°F oven for 16 minutes until done (160°F), turning once.

1 head garlic 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ cup boiling water 3 tablespoon snipped dried tomatoes (not oil packed) ⅔ cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel 2 tablespoon lemon juice ⅛ teaspoon salt ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

10 cup water 2 pound pork hocks 2 carrots, cut into thirds 3 stalks celery, cut up 1 medium onion, cut in half ¼ cup loosely packed fresh thyme sprigs 3 bay leaves 3 cloves garlic, minced