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Your Guide To Easy Home Herb Remedies

September 8, 2025DrDans

For centuries, herbs have been at the heart of home remedies, cherished by cultures across the globe for their ability to soothe, heal, and restore. In an era dominated by pharmaceuticals and technology, the quiet wisdom of herbal medicine remains a beacon for those seeking gentle, natural solutions. From the fragrant sprigs of mint tucked into tea to the golden roots of turmeric stirred into soups, herbs infuse our daily rituals with subtle strength and time-honored healing. This blog post invites you on a journey through the uses of herbs as home remedies, offering both practical advice and a glimpse into the rich traditions that define nature’s medicine cabinet.

Summer vegetable harvest in Virginia Beach

Delicious Recipe Ideas for Your Homegrown Vegetables

July 24, 2025August 6, 2025DrDans

There’s a certain magic to harvesting your own vegetables under the golden sun of summer. The scent of fresh earth on your hands, the joy of a basket brimming with colors, and the unrivaled flavor of produce grown steps away from your home—all of these make summer a season to savor. If you’re blessed with a bounty from your backyard or community garden, you might find yourself pondering creative ways to enjoy it all. We love sharing recipes that bring together inventive, delectable selections that celebrate the bright, bold flavors of summer’s homegrown vegetables.

OUTDOOR LIVING INVOLVES OUTDOOR EATING AND COOKING

July 28, 2023DrDans

One of the best ways to enjoy the summer season is by spending time in your backyard. Whether you’re hosting a small gathering or simply enjoying a meal with your family, these backyard-friendly recipes are sure to impress: Grilled Steak – Season your favorite cut of steak with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Grill to your desired level of doneness and serve with a side of grilled vegetables for a complete meal. Greek Salad – Combine chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and feta cheese in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and dried oregano. This refreshing salad pairs well with grilled… Read More

BAKED EGGS ARE EVERYTHING THEY’RE CRACKED UP TO BE

April 9, 2021July 26, 2023DrDans

This weekend do something different with your eggs. Forget about scrambling or fried all the way or sunny side up or over easy. Bake them!

Too Many Peaches?

August 7, 2020July 31, 2023DrDans

Fresh, sweet, juicy and delicious .But sometimes you have too many and that means you have too many ripe peaches. What can you do with those overripe peaches? make some delicious freezer pops. We found a delicious recipe, courtesy of Southern Living Magazine.

IT’S STILL CHILI SEASON – TRY THIS RECIPE TO TAKE THE CHILL OFF

February 26, 2020July 26, 2023DrDans

If you love sweet heat flavors, you’ll love this chili recipe. If you can’t find bacon sausage, you can use any other sausage that you like. It’s a great recipe and if shared, expect people to ask you for the recipe.

FEASTING ON FLOWERS – THE EDIBLES

August 26, 2019July 27, 2023DrDans

One of the best ways to add color interest to your menu is with the addition of fresh flowers. There are many blooms that look beautiful on the side of a plate, but are also perfectly safe to use in recipes.

SUMMER VEGETABLE RECIPE – FLAMIN’ HOT CORN ON THE COB

August 7, 2019July 27, 2023DrDans

We love all things HOT! And we’ll admit that Flamin’ Hot Cheetos are part of our obsession. After trying this recipe, we just had to share. Give it a try. If you like HOT as much as we do, you will not be disappointed with the flavor. And don’t let the Cheetos deter you from giving it a try.

COOL AS A CUCUMBER – RECIPES FROM YOUR GARDEN

June 17, 2019July 27, 2023DrDans

Do you know where the expression “cool as a cucumber comes from? It’s because cucumbers are typically 10 to 20 degrees cooler than the temperature around them. Try inserting a thermometer into one if you need a little proof. Not only do cucumbers have a cool temperature, but cucumbers are also the key ingredient to some of the summer’s best cool down recipes. There was a time when we only knew two main types of cucumbers – slicing and pickling. But things have changed and there is now a large variety of cucumber types available to gardeners and shoppers. They include Armenian, Diva, English Telegraph, Burpless, Persian, Lemon, Parisian Gherkins,… Read More

ADD MORE MAY PEAS TO YOUR MAY: CREAMED MAY PEAS AND NEW POTATOES

May 16, 2019July 27, 2023DrDans

One of our favorite vegetables, if not our very favorite, is May peas. I always look forward to the arrival of May and one of the biggest reasons is for the May peas. There are lots of great ways to fix peas, but this is an all time favorite. We like to use the multi-colored fingerling potatoes because they had such an interesting element to the dish. But whatever potatoes you choose to use, the dish may become one of your favorites, too.