Eggplant recipes, sunflower uses!, quick ways to preserve

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, August 4, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 49 days Question of the Day How is cream of tartar made? I heard it was from the bottom of wine barrels. – Answer Puzzle of the Day With his (Blank), he killed three (Blank). (The two 5-letter words to fill the blanks share the same letters.) – Answer The maples stamped against the west Were black and stately and full of rest, And the hazy orange moon grew up And slowly changed to yellow gold While the hills were darkened, fold on fold To a deeper blue than a flower could hold. –Sara Teasdale (1884–1933) ADVERTISEMENT Easy Eggplant Recipes and Cooking Tips Eggplant is an incredibly versatile vegetable and terrific grilled, steamed, roasted, and fried. We’ll show you how to properly prepare eggplant (it’s not that hard!) and 8 easy eggplant recipes.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Cardiologist Warns: Throw Out Your Probiotics Now If you’re taking probiotics and dealing with bloating, constipation, weight gain, or even brain fog, read this immediately! Probiotics add good bacteria to your stomach; however, they may only help temporarily. Most Americans have more bad bacteria than good. There is one food that feeds good bacteria and takes over bad bacteria, click here to find out this one food.   LEARN MORE   Mysteries in the Summer Night Sky The universe is a strange place, and the things we don’t know keep hounding astronomers to where the whole thing often feels frustrating. Of course, if we knew everything, science wouldn’t be as much fun. Countless challenges and juicy new mysteries pop up every year. The journey is too exciting to...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Enjoy Mother Nature's splendor with the 2022 Weather Calendar - Shipping now! For those who like to keep an eye on the sky! When clouds break before the wind, leaving a clear sky, fine weather will follow. You’ll find clear skies every day with the 2022 Weather Calendar!   LEARN MORE   4 Ways to Preserve Fruit & Vegetables at Home If you’re a gardener or shop at farmers’ markets, you may find yourself with extra herbs, vegetables, or fruit that you can’t use right away. Why not learn how to preserve your surplus vegetables? Here are four easy ways to preserve quickly, including freezing, drying, and pickling.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Fun facts and lunar lore in the 2022 Moon Calendar! The 2022 Moon Calendar will expand your lunar knowledge with fun facts, answering questions like: What do we mean by the “dark side of the Moon”? How does the Moon affect the tides? What causes a deep red Moon? Plus, enjoy fascinating pieces of lunar folklore and history, including musings about family dogs traveling to the Moon and the story of the first lunar allergic reaction.   LEARN MORE   Keeping Plants Watered in Dry, Hot Summers Keeping your plants properly watered during dry, hot summers isn’t easy. See our article (and a video extra) with expert tips on how to deal with drought conditions in your vegetable garden.   WATCH VIDEO   ADVERTISEMENT How can I keep the Sun out of my eyes while gardening? This lightweight straw hat offers 50 SPF protection from the sun with its 4-inch circular brim and colorful headband. The hat is water-resistant and folds/rolls up for easy travel storage without losing its shape!   LEARN MORE   Make the Most out of Sunflowers! The quintessential summer flower, sunflowers (Helianthus) have so many amazing uses, from cooking to crafts! Not only are they pretty but also they are an entirely edible plant! See lots of great ways to make the most of sunflowers.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT The Old Farmer's Almanac 2022 Edition Now on Pre-Sale! Happy New Almanac Year! It’s time to celebrate the newest edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac! With our longstanding commitment to “new, useful, and entertaining matter,” you can count on your new edition to deliver a comprehensive and trustworthy guide to 2022. Pre-order now!   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Almanac Companion... Share with a Friend THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU View More Product from The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can sign up here. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of The Old Farmer's Almanac. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom!  Visit Almanac.com Shop Our Store You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to manage preferences. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version