I get a lot of questions about freezing fruit pies but, truth be told, I just don’t freeze fruit pies very often. When I have extra, I simply give it away while it’s still nice and fresh. This makes for happy neighbors and saves room in the freezer for essentials like ice cream, coffee, and … Read more
Hey there, beer lovers and curious sippers! If you’re wondering, “Is Redd’s Apple Ale gluten-free?” then ya came to the right place. I’m gonna lay it out straight for you right off the bat: nah, Redd’s Apple Ale ain’t gluten-free. Sorry to burst any bubbles if you were hopin’ for a fruity brew that fits … Read more
Does your nasty feeder have hummingbirds looking at it cockeyed with contempt? Time to clean it out! Let’s start by twisting off the bottom and cleaning the ports. Remember in elementary school when you saw the classic vinegar+ baking soda= volcano experiment? Sprinkle some baking soda in the ports and then some vinegar (I used … Read more
An improper diet contributes to a wide variety of health problems in iguanas, some of which may be life-threatening. Over the past 20 years, veterinarians have learned a lot about proper nutrition for reptiles, so the recommended diet for pet iguanas has changed a great deal. Hey there, fellow reptile lovers! If you’ve got a … Read more
Some apple varieties are just made for baking into pies. All good pie apples share several characteristics. Perhaps most crucial is a crisp firm texture that holds up well in the oven rather than melting into mush. A good baking apple also needs robust flavor that can compete with the spices and lemon zest and … Read more
Pumpkin spice is great and all, but it shouldnt get all the fall flavor love. When apple season comes around and cider starts hitting the store shelves, we know it is truly sweater time. Sure, it is great to get apple cider from a local farm that tends to its own apples and presses them … Read more
Hey there, food lovers! Ever found yourself staring at a crisp apple and a chunk of cheese, wondering if it’s totally weird to munch on ‘em together? Well, lemme tell ya straight up—eating apples and cheese ain’t just normal, it’s a downright classic pairing that’s been around for ages. If you’ve been side-eyeing this combo, … Read more
The type of apple used to make your pie actually matters. So why do some apples make the best pies, but other varieties yield disappointing results? It comes down to their flavor, acidity, and texture after being cooked in a hot oven. I can confirm that these characteristics can greatly vary from one variety to … Read more
Hey there, food lovers! Ever picked up a jar of apple butter and thought, “Wait, does this stuff taste like actual butter?” If so, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, staring at the label, wondering if I’m about to spread some creamy dairy goodness on my toast. Spoiler alert: apple butter ain’t butter at all. … Read more
Hey there, apple lovers! Ever found yourself staring at a pile of apples, wondering how the heck to turn ‘em into something downright delicious? Well, I’ve been there, fam. I remember as a kid, my grandma would whip up the coziest apple pie on chilly fall days, and I’d just sit there mesmerized by her … Read more