Putting those cukes in your garden to good use! This recipe is a fun twist on a classic. Cool and delicious, it’s perfect for these hot Summer days in Kansas. Ingredients 1/2 cucumber, very thinly sliced salt and ground black pepper to taste 1/4 cup sour cream, or to taste 1/4 cup vinegar, or more to taste 1/4 cup plain yogurt 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1/2 lime, juiced 2 teaspoons white sugar 1 teaspoon dill 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2...

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Tasty Recipe Starring Garden-Fresh Tomatoes This tortilla casserole is perfect for casual entertaining. Round out the meal with a crisp salad of wild greens, sliced tomatoes, or fresh avocados. Ingredients 1 lb. boneless sirloin steak 6 tbsp. lime juice ½ tsp. ancho chile pepper powder ¼ tsp. salt 1 large red onion 2 ear fresh corn 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 can black beans 1 can kidney beans 2 jalapeño peppers 1 tsp. chopped chipotle pepper ¼ c....

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IN THE GARDEN Succulents in the Summer Shallow containers planted with succulents have become popular accessories for heat drenched decks and patios. At center stage are echeverias, thick-leaved, tender plants that embody texture and horticulture architecture.   When combined with other succulents, such as the needle like or rounded leaves of sedum, the plants look like gems in a pot.   That’s the idea in The Jewel Box Garden by...

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Decorating Ideas From Our Gift Gallery HOME & GARDEN TIPS and TRICKS Mantle magic, make it amazing in just three easy steps. Anchor:  Be brave, you can do it! Bigger is better, this is your statement piece! Perhaps a mirror or an amazing painting or how about a HUGE clock? Weight:  OK, you went big with you anchor. Good job! Now balance it with … weight. Tall florals or tall candles are always a good choice. The opposing heights...

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Decorating ideas from our Gift Gallery HOME & GARDEN Tips and Tricks Everlasting Glow Light Strings are a fun and functional item that have so many uses for your home and garden. There’s something romantic about the soft glow of lights that adds that special touch to your home décor or next party. We offer them in 10 feet, they’re battery operated (perfect for adding light where an outlet is just out of reach) and are on a timer to light...

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Keeping the Sun Fun and Safe The temperatures are rising and the days are getting longer. It′s summertime once again. Here are some tips to help make your summer the best, and healthiest, one yet. “Heat-related illnesses claim the lives of hundreds of people each year” Grill and Chill Whether you prefer burgers off the grill or a picnic in the park, one thing you don’t want on the menu this summer is foodborne...

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