Delicious pumpkin recipes, H'ween crafts, growing shallots

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, October 15, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Winter begins in 67 days Question of the Day How can I make habenaro oil from the fruit of the plant? – Answer Puzzle of the Day The Granite State. (Name the U.S. state!) – Answer Just before the death of flowers, And before they are buried in snow, There comes a festival season, When nature is all aglow. –Emeline B. Smith ADVERTISEMENT 15 Favorite Pumpkin Recipes: Both Sweet and Savory! What can you make with pumpkins? Where do we start?! This orange fall vegetable is incredibly versatile, nutritious, and delicious! It’s perfect for not just pies, breads, muffins, and cakes, but so much more! Think pumpkin soups, pumpkin pastas, and even pumpkin pickles.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Actress Reveals the “Bathroom Trick” That Made Her Feel Years Younger When Maggie first revealed this “bathroom trick” on her website earlier this month, some were understandably skeptical. To her amazement, she says her stomach “deflated,” her mood improved, and her energy skyrocketed — all in a matter of days. Click Here For Instructions.   LEARN MORE   Growing Shallots: How to Plant Shallots in Fall When you are shopping for spring-flowering bulbs this fall, keep an eye out for shallot sets. As you plant your garlic, make room for some of these tasty little onions, too. You can even interplant them in your flower bed alongside the tulip, crocus, and hyacinth bulbs. Their oniony odor can keep...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I learn about the beautiful full Moons of fall? The Moon Calendar is your perfect companion to spooky season⁠—learn all about the Harvest, Hunter, and Beaver Moons that shine bright in autumn!   LEARN MORE   How to Make a Row Cover Tunnel Protect your crops from frost with a simple row cover tunnel. This will allow you to extend your harvests and get even more from your garden. It's really easy to make your own—quickly, cheaply, and to a very high standard. Read our article or watch our video to find out how.   WATCH VIDEO   ADVERTISEMENT What's the perfect mug for the cold mornings of fall? This charming, minimalist fall mug is perfect for our coming sweater weather. It makes a lovely gift or a nice way to treat yourself for the start of fall!     LEARN MORE   5 Traditional Halloween Crafts Enjoy these fun, traditional Halloween crafts—from apple heads to cornhusk dolls to pumpkin-seed bracelets. They're great for the young and the young at heart!   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   Home Remedies for Cough Relief Coughs, while rarely serious, can be really annoying. Some of these natural remedies can provide great relief from a cough, especially when you're having difficulty sleeping.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Taking one day at a time has never been more fun! The Old Farmer's Almanac 2022 Everyday Calendar lets you start each day learning something new: For example, What is "eigengrau"? What food can you use to soothe the itch of a mosquito bite? The answers to these questions and many more are in the Everyday Calendar!   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