Ingredients: 1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons) 1/4 cup water (warm, about 110 F) 1 cup raisins 1/4 cup butter (softened) 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup milk (warm) 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (divided) 2 large eggs (beaten) Instructions: Gather the ingredients. Dissolve the yeast in the […]
Written by David S. The wide selection of dormant-packed bare root roses is in stock in all five of our Green Thumb Nursery locations. January is a perfect time to add bare root roses to your landscape. The same is true of bare root fruit trees too, and we have a large selection of both. […]
Ingredients: 1½ cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed ⅓ cup smooth tahini 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, more to taste 1 garlic clove ½ teaspoon sea salt 5 tablespoons water, or as needed to blend Paprika, red pepper flakes, or parsley, for garnish Warm pita bread and/or veggies, for serving […]
By Richard Flowers, ACCNP-Green Thumb Nursery-Ventura Today, most homes are situated on a smaller parcel of land with limited area for planting but there is still a demand for edibles in the garden. Many people believe they do not have enough space in their landscape to put several fruit trees or are afraid the Apricot, […]
Written by Susan B. Now that you’ve put the holidays behind you, and you’ve taken down all of your decorations, and put your home back and order, your life can return to normal – if that’s possible during this challenging time. It also means that you can do chores in your garden to keep it […]
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts (boneless, skin-on)* Kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper, to season 1 tbsp unsalted butter 2 tsp sesame or vegetable oil 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced 3 tsp fresh garlic, minced 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce 2 tbsp mirin 4 cups rich chicken stock 1 oz dried shitake mushrooms (or 1/2 cup […]
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 onion, diced 1 pound ground beef 1 pound ground pork 1/2 cup Panko* 2 large egg yolks 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste For the gravy: 1/4 cup unsalted butter 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 4 cups beef […]
By Richard Flowers, ACCNP-Green Thumb Nursery-VenturaIt is that time of year again when dormant fruit trees are ready to be planted. Fruits such as Apple, Persimmon, Peach, Apricot, Plum, and other fruit trees that lose all their leaves during the wintertime are prime examples. During this time, you have the greatest selection to choose from. […]
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon plus 1 cup butter, divided 2 cups packed brown sugar 1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk 1 teaspoon maple flavoring 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 cups confectioners’ sugar Instructions: Line an 8-inch square pan with foil; grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter. Cube remaining butter. In a large saucepan, […]
Written by Susan B. While our neighbors in states across the country are experiencing winter in the form of frigid cold temperatures, mounds of snow that make the landscape almost invisible, we’re surrounded by greenery. And since our winters are comparatively mild, we want to take advantage of that to bring winter interest to our […]