Selective Roundup use and straw mulch advice from readers
Readers offer tips on using Roundup to target individual poison ivy plants and avoiding brambles, while suggesting aged straw mulch from farmers as a cheaper, seed-free option. They discuss canning versus freezing green beans, blanching, and salt content, with journalism instructor Gwyn Mellinger as a contact.
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Low Fat Kebabs Recipe From National Cattlemen’s Beef Assn
Caesar Beef Kebabs mix lean beef and potatoes with a non creamy Caesar dressing for a low fat meal. Potatoes microwave briefly then skewer with beef pepper and onion grill ten to twelve minutes for medium doneness and finish with dressing. Serves four with 283 calories per serving.
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Watermelon Basket Fruit Platter With Honey Lime Sauce
A large oblong watermelon hollowed into a basket holds cantaloupe honeydew and pineapple chunks with sliced peaches and strawberries. Tossed in a honey lime dressing and mint garnish, the fruit fills the shell for sixteen servings.
Watermelon Martini Recipe
Blend watermelon into about 6 ounces of juice then shake with Tounce vodka and ice. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a watermelon slice. A frozen option blends watermelon, vodka and ice. Makes one martini.
Watermelon Strawberry Mint Salsa for Grilled Chicken
A bright fruit salsa mixes watermelon strawberries red onion jalapeno and fresh mint with olive oil lime juice and sugar. Stir gently in a large bowl, let stand about an hour to blend flavors, and serve with grilled chicken for four servings.
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