Johanna Le Pape, French-born award-winning pastry chef who lives in Southern California, has written a cookbook that revolutionizes the art of baking. Her book, “Patisserie Revolution” (Robert Rose), ...

Whether it’s for an afternoon snack or a side with dinner, Dr. Praeger’s Littles are fast, healthy, and my kid never refuses them. We often have to revisit the freezer to heat up more Littles so he ...

Unlike the food items mentioned above, there are some common dry goods that actually fare best in your fridge. Nuts and seeds ...

Humanity is losing the genetic diversity that sustains life on Earth at a pace that should alarm every nation. According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, about 75% of the world’s crop ...

Grits seem like one of those foods you can toss in the pantry with your other shelf-stable staples, but depending on the kind you're buying, they might actually need some space in your freezer. Grits ...

Many homeowners are beginning to incorporate more native plantings into their home landscapes. There can be a variety of reasons people choose to have native plant gardens—perhaps less mowing, a ...

Store seeds in envelopes, sealed containers, or plastic bags in a cool, dry, and dark place. To absorb moisture, add silica gel or rice to the seed storage container. Put seeds that require cold ...

Tip: Only collect seeds from healthy, pesticide-free plants, and avoid harvesting in protected natural areas unless you have permission. Gently open the pod: Use your fingers to pry open the seam if ...

Pure alcohol will not freeze in most home freezers, but alcoholic drinks with higher water content can. Carbonated drinks should be stored away from the freezer to prevent explosions and injuries.

It’s always a bit sad to see our summer vegetable gardens peter out as the season comes to a close. Those once-verdant plants are now fading as the long, hot summer takes its toll. Though harvests of ...