This video is how to germinate a seed in your home using as an example, a watermelon seed. Take a container and fill it about three quarters full with potting soil. You could use a Styrofoam cup, for example. Now take a seed or several seeds and put it on top of the soil. Cove ...more
Turn a patch of dirt into a gorgeous green lawn by planting the seeds correctly. Learn how to plant grass seed with this how to video. You Will Need * The right grass for your climate * Quality seed * A spade or garden hoe * Starter fertilizer * A hand, lawn, or mechanical se ...more
How to make eggshell planters. Great fun to do with the Kids this Easter Step 1: Watch This Video Guide Full instructions for how to make these eggshell plant pots given in this short and simple video guide. Video: . What you need: An Eggs Egg Cup A knife Kitchen Paper Cress ...more
In this tutorial, Susan Belsinger tells us how to harvest herbs. Don't let your basil flower because it's an annual herb and it will set seed if you do this. When you put the plant out, you have to cut the plant so it doesn't grow out to much. When you cut, more leaves will gr ...more
Succulent Kalanchoe plants are very easy to multiply. The first thing that you need is a healthy mother plant. Take a small leaf section from the base of the plant. Clean the dirt up on the leaf. Set the leaf out to dry in a nice warm area where you don't get direct sunlight b ...more
Great news: you don't have to give up grains if you're avoiding gluten. Whether you've got celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or simply choose to avoid gluten, you probably keep a wide berth between your diet and grains. But not a lot of people are familiar with the fact tha ...more
You're lost. You're cold, thirsty— you're hungry. What if you're not much of a hunter? Maybe you're a gatherer. So, then you'll eat plants. But what if you eat something poisonous? What if you're allergic to it? Okay, so not many people will find themselves in a situati ...more
This science video tutorial includes step-by-step instructions for extracting DNA from wheat germ, the embryonic plant attached to the wheat seed. Individual wheat seeds, or kernels, separate readily from the plant. This kernels have a tough outer coating called bran. If you w ...more
Thanksgiving is almost near and everyone's scrambling around for turkey and stuffing recipes. But if you're expecting guests with coeliac disease, then you're going to have to play it safe. Use this stuffing recipe that abides to a gluten-free diet, but just because it's glute ...more
Craving some authentic Indian food? Then follow along with this cooking how-to video as Manjula shows you how to cook Indian style eggless biscuits. A more common name for this bread dish is nan khatai. Nan khatai are easy to make, light and crunchy. Serve with a cup of tea. M ...more
Bonsai is a beautiful art that focuses on manipulating a tree to any shape you desire! If you've wanted to grow your own bonsai from a seedling to the full thing and are wondering where to start, check out this video! In it you will learn what sort of trees that you can plant ...more
Forget the Indian take out tonight, watch this how to video and learn how to make a delicious Indian dish. In this video Manjula shows you how to make malai kofta. Malai kofta are dumplings in a creamy gravy, they make a good side dish for any formal dinner party. Ingredients ...more
Watch this how to video and learn to make a delicious eggplant salad with this detailed recipe. This salad is a great way to incorporate veggies into a meal. Ingredients: 1/4 cup Olive oil 1 tsp Turmeric 1 tsp Cumin 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes 1/2 cup lime juice 8 cloves Garlic ...more
This is a how to video on making dried flower arrangements. It is presented by John white along with Virginia podmenik, Master Gardener from southwest yard and garden show. John white and Virginia podmenik, Master Gardener from the Dona Ana co. walk us through the various type ...more
If you're not a vegetarian, but one of your family members is, or perhaps a dinner guest, you're going to have to give in a little. Realize that they eat vegetables, you eat vegetables, so it's not that big of deal to exclude the meat for one sitting. Something easy to make is ...more
Forget the Indian take out tonight, watch this how to video and learn how to make a delicious Indian dish. In this video Manjula shows you how to cook green beans and peas. This dish goes great with any dal. Green beans and peas ingredients: 4 cup or 16 oz frozen French cut g ...more
Craving authentic Indian food? Then tune into this Indian cooking how-to video with Manjula. Follow along with this video lesson as Manjula shows you how to make papri chaat. Papdi or papri chaat is a snack served in most Indian homes. Make some for your home tonight and serve ...more
Join Mark Law as he takes advantage of the last days of summer and packs an eco-friendly picnic using Recycline's Preserve Kitchen Ware. Exclusive to Whole Foods Market, Preserve Kitchen is made from 100% recycled materials and makes the perfect container for Mark's recipe for ...more
Take 2 cups of baisan in a large bowl. Add salt, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, chopped coriander, 2 chopped green chilies, 1 teaspoon baking soda and one chopped onion. Put at least 2 cups of water to make a smooth paste. Keep it on a side for about half an hour. Then take s ...more
In this video, we learn how to make different kids of pickles with Lauren and John Orren. First, start with roasted beets and remove the skin, then cut them into equal sizes. Now, toast 1/2 tsp fennel seed, 1 tbsp mustard seed, 1 tbsp black peppercorn, and 4 allspice berries o ...more
The Tree of Life Rejuvenation Center has created this instructional video on how to make a diabetic friendly millet breakfast cereal. You will need almonds, cinnamon, shredded coconut, and hemp seed. You can make your own milk out of the almonds, coconut, or hemp or you can pu ...more
In this segment of Southwest Yard and Garden, John White and Bill Alford are going to be talking about fruit production and how to harvest figs in southern New Mexico. Bill starts off by talking about his nine year old Black Turkey tree. He says he digs holes and arbor each sp ...more
Learn how to start seeds for planting. Start your own seeds to save money, grow different plant varieties, and extend your growing season. Step 1. Prepare pots or flats Wash the pots and flats in warm soapy water. Rinse them thoroughly and drain. To kill fungi and bacteria ...more
Finally! Gardening! Many have been waiting for ages for this invention to come true, and now it has! Come experience it for yourselves in the Test Realm (instructions on getting there will be added)! When you enter, go the Moolinda Wu and she will teach you how to start garden ...more
Here's an update to the "How Do I Garden?" portion of the Gardening explanation. There's a few extra pictures to explain it all.How do I Plant? When you're ready to plant a seed in prepared soil or a planter, you must cast a seed planting spell. This places the chosen seed in ...more
When you start planting something, you will need to nurture and grow a seed. You can plant a seed in a small pot and transfer it later, or you can save yourself the mess and trouble and try the tips in this video. In this tutorial, learn how to plant seeds in an eggshell! Eggs ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to cook green beans with garlic. You will need: green beans, 1.5 teaspoons oil, 3 tbsp garlic, 1 tbsp garlic, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seed, 1 cup oyster sauce, and 2 tsp sugar. Start out by heating the oil, then adding the garlic and ginger in and ...more
Watch as Manjula prepares Indian upma sooji. This popular dish is great for breakfast as its similar to cream of wheat. You will need: ½ cup sooji (rava, semolina flour) 2 tablespoon oil ½ teaspoon black mustard seed ½ teaspoon cumin seed 20 peanuts 1 chopped green pepper ½ t ...more
Watch as Manjula prepares Indian pakora. This bread makes a delicious appetizer or finger food. For this recipe you will need: 4 firm white bread 1 cup gram flour (besan) 1 tablespoon rice flour 1 teaspoon salt Pinch of asafetida (hing) 1 teaspoon cumin seed 2 finely chopped ...more
Incorporating wheatgrass into your diet can be beneficial to your overall health in many ways. This video teaches you how to grow wheatgrass in your home to supply yourself with a constant batch to include in your diet. First, add about a cup of wheatgrass seed to a jar of wat ...more
Watch as Manjula prepares Indian moong dal dosa. This version of dosa is much easier to make since it does not require overnight fermentation. You will need: For Dosa 1 cup wash moong dal 1 green chilly or to taste 1/4" ginger 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed 1/2 teaspoon salt For Ma ...more
Orchids are a beautiful sign of spring and give off a lovely aroma in anyone's yard. In this tutorial learn how to plant orchids and make your landscape that much more lovely. This video will show you all that you need to know about selecting the right type of seed, knowing wh ...more
Unexpected guest? Families coming for dinner? or Just in the mood of some soul food? Chicken and dumplings, this fast track version will take few ingredients and little time. This two part tutorial will never have you doubting "whats for dinner?" ever again. What you will nee ...more
Watch as Manjula prepares Indian vegetable pakora, its greats as a snack or appetizer. For this recipe you will need: 1 1/2cup basen (gram flour) 1/2 cup rice flour 1 tablespoon coarsely ground coriander powder 1 teaspoon cumin seed 2 tablespoon chopped green chilly 2 tablesp ...more
Garden of Imagination demonstrates how to make a miniature polymer clay cup cake. First, roll a ball of brown clay into a circle. Squish it a little on its side. Use a toothpick to create edges on the cupcake. Make the top more pointed. Flip the cupcake over so that it sits fl ...more
Watch as Manjula prepares for you a delicous spicy puffed pastry, or khasta kachori. For this recipe you will need: 1 cup all purpose flour(mada or plain flour) 1/2 cup of cold water 2 tablespoons oil 1/4 teaspoon of salt 1/4 cup yellow moong dal 1 teaspoon coarsely grinds fu ...more
Watch as Manjula prepares tamarind chutney, a classic Indian sauce that can be used on almost any type of dish. You will need: ½ lb tamarind 2 1/2 cup sugar 2 cup boiling water 2 teaspoons roasted ground cumin seed 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black salt 1 teaspoon red chilly p ...more
The secret to making a delicious Thai soup, according to Prime Minister Samak, is pounding together Thai pepper powder, corriander seed and fresh garlic in a mortar & pestle. This paste he calls "Thai MSG" and you can add it to any soup for good results. See below for the corr ...more
Watch how to plant seeds in order to grow onions, radishes, and beans in this free video series on plant propagation. Part 1 of 5 - How to Grow vegetables by seed propagation. Grow vegetables by seed propagation - Part 2 of 5. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage ...more
Watch as Manjula shows you how to prepares butter panner masala, a deliciously rich Indian dish. You will need: ½ pond paneer sliced about 1" by ¼" pieces 2 medium tomatoes 1 green chilly ¼" piece ginger ½ cup green peas ½ cup yogurt 2 tablespoons oil Pinch of hing 1 teaspoon ...more
The widely used expression "free as a bird" intimates an enviable existence: delicate, yet mighty wings transporting to destinations no human could so breezily venture. But despite their fanciful, superhero ability, in truth, the avian race leads one of the most difficult exis ...more
Check out this super video of basic how-tos to guerrilla gardening. Beautify any run-down or out of the way area with seed bombs. Or stealthily plant seedlings at night for a more beautiful morning. You can make a difference in your city by becoming a guerrilla gardener.
There's no better shrimp than shrimp from Maine. Maine always has the best seafood, so why not use them in all your meals. These Gulf of Maine shrimp are very small and have an extra sweetness, unlike any other shrimp in the world. See how to make this Maine shrimp fritters me ...more
Watch as our host Manjula demonstrates how to make palak paneer. This is a cheese and spinach dish that is popular in India. For this recipe you will need: 1 10oz chopped frozen spinach 1/3 lb paneer 2 medium tomatoes puree 1 teaspoon chopped ginger 1-tablespoon oil 2-table s ...more
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to grow plants with Sid the Science Kid. Sid the Science Kid is a half-hour PBS Kids series. To begin, viewers will need a cup filled with soil. Users will be planting a lima bean. Push the lima bean deep into the soil and add some wat ...more
Watch as Majula show you how to prepare a dal makhani, a favorite Indian dish. You'll need: 1/2 cup whole urad dal 1/8 cup red kidney beans (Rajma) 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 minced green pepper or adjust to taste 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon mango pow ...more
Watch this how to video and learn how to cook Indian food. Our host Manjula shows you how to prepare a melody of vegetables that is also known as navratan korma. For this recipe you will need: 1 cup chopped cauliflower 1/2 cup green peas 1/4 cup sliced carrot 1/2 cup chopped ...more
Black Roses are here! These are the first of Limited Edition giftable seeds that you can master! This was announced in the last podcast. Send seeds as a gift Send seed gifts and return the ones your friends send you so they can plant some too! There are 20 seeds in each gif ...more
Watch as our host Manjula demonstrates how to prepare this popular north India treat, samosas. For the crust you will need: 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1/2 tablespoon sooji 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoons+ 1 teaspoon oil 1/4 cup 1 tablespoon look warm water For the filling: 3 ...more
Instead of serving the same old biscuits, mashed potatoes and gravy for dinner tonight, why not take your family on an exotic taste adventure by fixing them pani puri? Pani puri is a puffed Indian flat bread that can be served with condiments like mint, tamarind water, and chi ...more
Instead of buying expensive peat pots to plant your seeds in, make these spiffy planting pots by rolling recycled newspaper around a glass or jar. The finished pots are sturdy and will break down quickly once they've been planted in the soil.
Farm Town hacks, cheats, glitches. How to hack Farm Town. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to speed plant (glitch) in Farm Town (09/01/09). This helps you plow and seed a little faster! Description of the app on Facebook: In the world of Farm Town you and your friends ...more
Enjoy the taste of a summertime potato salad? Then you can't pass up this masterpiece of Southern glory. This video recipe will show you the perfect way to make a delicious, soul food potato salad. This potato salad is creamy with the perfect balance of ingredients and seasoni ...more
In this video, we learn how to make southern style vinegar based barbecue sauce. You will need: 2 tsp cayenne pepper powder, 6 tbsp paprika, 2 tsp coriander powder, 4 tsp thyme, 4 tsp celery seed, 4 tsp oregano, 2 tbsp salt, 6 tbsp chili powder, 4 tsp garlic powder, 4 tsp yell ...more
Watch as Manjula shows you how to prepare lentil dumplings in yogurt, or as they are more commonly known in India dahi vada. You will need: 3/4 cup wash moong dal 1/4 cup wash urad dal Oil to fry For garnishing: 1 1/2cup yogurt 1 teaspoon salt 1/2teaspoon red chilly powder 1 ...more
Watch as Manjula prepares a popular Indian side dish. Dhokla can be made several different ways, here we see how to make it with semolina flour. For this recipe you will need: 1 cup sooji (semolina flour) 1 cup yogurt 1/2 teaspoon salt Pinch of turmeric 1 green chilly finely ...more
Enjoyed throughout the Middle East, Arabic coffee is deliciously rich, and easy to make at home. Watch this video to learn how to make Arabic (or Turkish) coffee. You Will Need * 3 c A long-handle Turkish coffee pot, called an ibrik * 1 tsp Dark-roast coffee, ground as finel ...more
Watermelon is not only a refreshing treat but is full of nutrients and energy. Prepare for a summer you will never forget by starting a watermelon patch today. From seeding to watching your plants grow, this is a fun project for the whole family. If you love to bury your face ...more
Watch as Manjula prepares two vegetarian versions of this classic Indian toor dal. You will need: 1 cup toor dal 3 cups water 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon turmeric 1 tablespoon fine chopped ginger 1 teaspoon mango powder 1 teaspoon garam masala VEGETABLE TARKA 2 tablespoon cle ...more
This video describes how to cut and plant potatoes in your own garden. Potatoes are easy to grow almost anywhere and can be started early in the year since they are resistant to cold. You can buy a bag of seed potatoes at a feed store. They have the little sprouts or “eyes”, w ...more