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Home, Garden, and DIY September 2020
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| Outlander Kitchen: To the New World and Back Again: The Second Official Outlander... by Theresa Carle-Sanders; foreword by Diana GabaldonWhat's inside: A follow-up to the first Outlander Kitchen book, this offering serves up more than 100 wide-ranging recipes (including vegan ones), all inspired by Diana Gabaldon’s popular Outlander universe.
Recipes include: Mrs. Figg's Flapjacks; Savannah Clam Chowder; Game Pie; Herb-Roasted Salmon; Chicken and Cornmeal Stew; Minnie's Sauerkraut; Stewed Pears; Rumm's Tea Cakes; Almond Biscuits; Rosewater Sherbet; Mulled Cider. |
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| New World Sourdough: Artisan Techniques for Creative Homemade Fermented Breads... by Bryan FordWhat it is: an inspiring, detailed guide to making a variety of fermented breads that also covers tools, ingredients, and techniques, and is perfect for both beginning and experienced bakers.
Recipes include: Country Bread; Ciabatta; English Muffins; Pretzel Buns; Muffaletta Rolls; Cheese Bread; Choco Pan de Coco; Challah; Cinny Raisin Bagels; Bananas Foster Sourdough; Queen Cake. |
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| Decoding your Cat: The Ultimate Experts Explain Common Cat Behaviors and... by American College of Veterinary Behaviorists; edited by Meghan E. Herron, Debra F. Horwitz, and Carlo SiracusaWhat's inside: accessible, in-depth chapters discussing cat behavior, promoting good health, and what to do when problems occur, along with explanatory anecdotes, illustrations, and charts.
Chapters include: The Language of Meow; Living with Multiple Cats; My House Is Not Your Toilet; Growing Old with Grace.
Did you know? Kids with cats have a lower risk of developing asthma. |
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| Falastin: A Cookbook by Sami Tamimi and Tara WigleyWhat it is: a culinary tour of Palestine via 110 recipes, with color photos of the country and its cuisine, plus profiles of people like the "yogurt-making ladies of Bethlehem."
Recipes include: Labneh Balls; Falafel with Sumac Onion; Chunky Zucchini and Tomato Salad; Pasta with Yogurt and Parsley Breadcrumbs; Meaty Vine Leaf Pie; No-Churn Strawberry Ice Cream.
Try this next: Jerusalem, an award-winning cookbook co-written by Tamimi, who grew up in the city's Muslim area, and his restaurant partner Yotam Ottolenghi, who grew up in its Jewish area. |
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Self-sufficiency for the 21st century : the complete guide to sustainable living today
by Dick Strawbridge
"Find your route to a more sustainable lifestyle with Dick Strawbridge and his son James. We can all take steps to reduce our carbon footprint. For some, that might mean moving and living off the grid. For the rest of us, the reality might involve smaller, but no less important, lifestyle changes: cutting back on plastic or food waste, foraging wild produce, growing a few vegetables, making your own plant-based milks, or keeping a chicken or two. Dick and James Strawbridge know what it's like to make these changes. Between them, they've lived on a smallholding, in a terraced house, and even a chateau. In this updated edition of Practical Self-Sufficiency, they share everything they've learned and give you the tools you need for a more rewarding and environmentally conscious life."
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| Gardening for Butterflies: How You Can Attract and Protect Beautiful, Beneficial Insects by The Xerces Society, Scott Hoffman Black, Brianna Borders, Candace Fallon, Eric Lee-Mäder, Matthew ShepherdWhat's inside: a thorough guide to why butterflies are in trouble, why they matter, and ways you can help; details on butterfly and moth species; information on nearly 120 pollinator-friendly plants; thoughtful garden designs; tips on pest and weed control; inspiring color photos.
Did you know? "A small yard with just a few native plants can attract and sustain dozens of butterfly species." |
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| Creating Sanctuary: Sacred Garden Spaces, Plant-Based Medicine, and Daily... by Jessi Bloom; photographs by Shawn LinehanWhat it is: a practical, thoughtful book that clearly explains how to better connect with nature by creating a peaceful space in your own backyard that incorporates plants, benches, lanterns, and more.
Don't miss: profiles of 50 "sacred plants," such as bee balm, including medicinal properties and self-care uses. |
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| Gardentopia: Design Basics for Creating Beautiful Outdoor Spaces by Jan JohnsenWhat it is: an inspirational, informative guide to planning and creating gorgeous outdoor spaces that covers garden goals, adding accents, increasing color, easy-care plant suggestions, selecting seating, tips on hardscaping, creating themed gardens, and much more.
Don't miss: the stunning color photos; the thorough first section, which lays a nice design foundation for what's to come. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Patchogue-Medford Library 54-60 East Main Street Patchogue, New York 11772 (631) 654-4700www.pmlib.org/ |
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