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Author: Marilyn Pokorney

I am a freelance writer. I write about gardening, science, nature, animals, the environment and health. I live in Nebraska and love gardening, reading, needlecrafts, and my pet dog and cats.
Bowl of potato soup with parsley garnish.

Recipe For Healthy Potato Soup

  • Posted on May 10, 2022April 14, 2025
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    Soups are quick, easy, and delicious dishes to make for lunch or dinner.

    Here is a recipe that even beginning cooks can make with confidence.

    Add bread, crackers, salad, or sandwich for a filling meal.

    Healthy Potato Soup

    2 … Continue Reading

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    Vanilla Extract to Repel Mosquitoes

  • Posted on May 9, 2022July 8, 2024
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    Health Tip of the Day

    Vanilla extract isn’t only good for baking and cooking, it can keep mosquitoes at bay.  As much as people love the smell of vanilla, mosquitoes hate it.

    Studies show that vanilla has the ability … Continue Reading

    Sage leaves overflowing from a ladle

    Sage for Memory

  • Posted on April 20, 2022July 8, 2024
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    Health Tip of the Day

    Sage is an excellent herb for boosting memory and reducing brain-fog for people of all ages.

    Scientists have discovered that the aroma of sage helps regulate hormones that cause forgetfulness, memory loss, and mental … Continue Reading

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    Quick and Easy Pickled Carrots

  • Posted on April 17, 2022July 8, 2024
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    This is an easy, old-fashioned, refrigerator pickled carrots recipe. After preparing, simply let the carrots marinate for 5 to 7 days to let the flavors reach peak flavor.

    Enjoy these carrots on sandwiches, in salads, or just snack on … Continue Reading

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    Will Vanilla Extract Kill Yeast

  • Posted on April 3, 2022July 8, 2024
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    Baking Tip of the Day

    Vanilla extract can kill yeast if the yeast hasn’t had a chance to proof.

    Some professional chefs say that the teaspoon or less of vanilla extract that most recipes ask for, isn’t enough to … Continue Reading

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