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Delicious Zucchini Recipes and Methods of Preserving

September 7, 2023 by BlessingsInSurprise

Nothing says summer like an overabundance of zucchini, fresh from the garden!  But what can you do with all of it?

Here are 4 different ways to prepare and enjoy zucchini and summer squash, as well as 2 different methods of preserving the extra so that none of those delicious and nutritious vegetables go to waste!  (Click on the video below to watch.)

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ZUCCHINI BREAD: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/AcLKTnhvpgXAgAc-Hx5pln67KXgw-ESEZqx2Tw-UJ43bFLgB3wmyK3M/

ZUCCHINI FRITTERS: INGREDIENTS- Shredded Zucchini, 4C Seasoned Bread Crumbs, Shredded Italian Cheese, Eggs, High Smoke Point Oil For Frying

INSTRUCTIONS- (See Video)

STUFFED ZUCCHINI: INGREDIENTS- Ground Pork, Spaghetti Sauce, Shredded Italian Cheese, 4C Seasoned Bread Crumbs, Zucchini (Sliced In Half Longways With Seeds Removed), Olive Oil, Salt, Pepper, Granulated Garlic, Onion Powder

INSTRUCTIONS- (See Video)

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How To Preserve and Use Fresh Mint

June 2, 2023 by BlessingsInSurprise

Summer is upon us, and with it comes the delightful fragrances and mouthwatering tastes of fresh herbs!  In today’s video, I’m going to show you multiple different ways that you can preserve and use fresh mint to make the most out of your summer harvest (such as turning your fresh mint into this delicious minty limeade!)  Don’t grow mint?  No problem!  These methods will work for other types of fresh herbs, as well!  Watch the video here, and be sure to scroll down to see the links to the products used in today’s video.

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RECIPE FOR HOMEMADE LIMEADE WITH MINT: https://blessingsinsurprise.com/2021/02/14/deliciously-refreshing-limeade-with-mint/

 

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Managing a Household When You’re Not Feeling Well

January 28, 2023 by BlessingsInSurprise

In today’s video, I’ll give you some tips and tricks to help you get the important things done while still taking time to care for yourself.  One such tip is not doing anything that is not a necessity… which is why this post is so short and sweet!  Check out the new video below, and thanks for watching! 😊

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I'm Anne, a city girl gone country! I garden, preserve food and raise chickens, but most of all, I love to spend time with my husband, three kids and our pack of German Shorthair Pointers.

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