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Ingredients: 3 cups cooked white rice, room temperature 1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds 1 cup fresh blueberries 1/2 cup viniagrette Notes: 1 cup uncooked rice will yield approximately 3 cups when cooked. To toast almonds, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place in middle of a 350 degree oven for 5 […]
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By Richard Flowers, ACCNP-Green Thumb Nursery-Ventura It’s wintertime and peering in the distance I see a wondrous ocean of vibrant and eye-popping floral display but with closer examination I see no flowers at all, but instead they are brilliantly colored leaves. The last time I was at Disneyland literally hundreds of these beautiful plants showed […]
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Ingredients: 16 ounces of softened cream cheese 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese 1 pack Hidden Valley original ranch dressing (small size) Walnuts or pecans Preparation: Blend together cheese and Hidden Valley dressing package contents with hands and shape into ball or log. Roll in walnuts or pecans. Refrigerate Yield: 8 servings Do you […]
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Written by Wendy M. Southern California offers the perfect climate for gardening all year round. The warmer spring/summer months and cooler fall/winter months provide growing conditions for almost every type of vegetable or fruit. During the fall months, weeds grow at a much slower pace allowing your garden plants to take in the nutrients they need […]
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Ingredients: 12 ounces cooked dried black beans 2 tablespoons olive oil 6 tablespoons lime juice 1 cup cooked corn 1 ripe avocado 1 chopped green bell pepper 1 chopped red bell pepper 1 cup finely diced red onion 4 finely diced jalapeno peppers 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (optional) Salt and pepper […]
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By Richard Flowers, ACCNP-Green Thumb Nursery-Ventura Why water trees? Trees are a precious resources for our communities we live in. They filter the air of toxins and help to bind the soil to mitigate erosion. Trees absorb dust, wind, and reduce glare. They can cool an area by up to 10°F, by shading our homes […]
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Ingredients: 4 pounds broccoli 3 sweet red peppers, cut into thin strips 3/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper Preparation: Trim off large leaves of broccoli and remove tough ends of lower stalks. Wash broccoli thoroughly and cut flowerets into bite-sized pieces. Cook […]
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Written by Melissa F. Growing an edible garden can be a rewarding experience. Not only does it give you a chance to get in touch with nature and provide for a relaxing hobby, but it also allows you to create something and enjoy the delicious and fresh fruits of your labor. While gardening and producing your […]
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Ingredients: 4 large green or red peppers 1 tablespoon corn oil 1/2 cup finely chopped onions 1 clove crushed garlic 1/2 cup cream style corn 1/2 cup corn kernels 1/2 cup dry crumbled corn bread or corn tortillas 1/2 cup freshly minced parsley 1 tablespoon red chili powder Salt or salt substitute to taste Freshly […]