Flying Dragon Hardy Orange

Note to self: Do not plant Trifoliate orange where it would require pruning! Wearing gloves and a heavy jacket were not much protection from these thorns!

It tends to grow into a large and tangled mess. Fragrant, typical citrus blooms in the Spring are followed by golf ball size, sour and seedy, oranges. You can use them in drinks or some other recipe where you need a sour citrus. When the fruits fall to the ground the seed germinate easily so I collect them and either throw them in the garbage or you can let them dry to use for decoration.  

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Ghost Fern

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Ghost Fern, Athyrium ‘Ghost’, is one of my favorite ferns! Smaller than most ferns, about 18″ by 18″, but the bright silver, gray, and burgundy fronds brighten the garden.this deciduous fern spreads slowly to create a beautiful groans cover.

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Homemade French onion soup

Homemade French Onion Soup
1) Caramelize the onions.

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2) Add broth…

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3) Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes or so…

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4) and simmer…

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5) Ladle into oven proof bowls…

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6) Place toasted bread over soup and top with cheese…

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7) Place under broiler to melt the cheese. Remember to leave the door cracked.

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Now you have homemade French onion soup!

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