Growing Lemongrass in North Carolina: A Guide to Cultivation, Uses, and Benefits

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) is an aromatic herb commonly used in cooking, medicine, and around the home. Known for its citrusy fragrance and flavor, it has been a staple in Southeast Asian cuisine for centuries. Beyond its culinary uses, lemongrass offers numerous health benefits and versatile applications in gardening and home maintenance. In North Carolina, with […]

Garden Fresh Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients:  4 Garden fresh bell peppers 1lb. Sweet italian sausage 1 c. zucchini, chopped 1 c. cherry tomatoes 1 c. cooked rice 1 c. cheddar cheese (optional) 2 tbsp chopped onion 1 clove chopped garlic Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut stems off top of each bell pepper. Remove the seeds and membranes. Chop […]

Rustic Wooden Block Pumpkins

When you enjoy crafting with wood you tend to have lots of scraps laying around with no clue what to do with them. This is the perfect seasonal craft to do with any size scrap 4 x4 post. I just think they are just so darn cute!  Materials you’ll need:  Scrap wood ( 4×4 post) […]