tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post2841944127772773484..comments2024-03-18T23:51:47.809-05:00Comments on Two Men and a Little Farm: HEAT, RAIN, BAKING, STEAK DINNER, A WEEKEND UPDATE1st Manhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-6581119676090434812017-08-14T13:21:47.904-05:002017-08-14T13:21:47.904-05:00You guys should do some research on native plants,...You guys should do some research on native plants, especially native grasses. I've planted some on property I have and have been happy with the results. They're low maintenance and it makes me happy to think I'm restoring native prairies. I hope to see bobwhite quail someday, and more fireflies.SuperMintyWendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02211147656893354267noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-76274032306445099072017-08-10T01:07:08.424-05:002017-08-10T01:07:08.424-05:00Thanks, it was good. We'd share if there were...Thanks, it was good. We'd share if there were leftovers ha. <br /><br />Great tip about Fall, hey it's worth a try. Thank you!!! And thanks for stopping by.1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-66973952312623363162017-08-10T00:52:32.563-05:002017-08-10T00:52:32.563-05:00You are SO wonderful for finding this and sharing....You are SO wonderful for finding this and sharing. Thanks much, I will have to study it in detail. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-88017382853701292862017-08-10T00:50:16.442-05:002017-08-10T00:50:16.442-05:00Thanks for the info. I"ll read up on it.
...Thanks for the info. I"ll read up on it. <br /><br />And yep, the fries were not homemade, they were Ore-Ida crinkle cut. We have done homemade but sometimes it's easier to go the quicker route ha. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-50687439862314511122017-08-10T00:47:02.327-05:002017-08-10T00:47:02.327-05:00We got a LOT Of rain at the farm the other day. O...We got a LOT Of rain at the farm the other day. Over 5". It's really TOO hot now to try germination. Most just struggle to stay alive when grown ha. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-43015516749755209882017-08-10T00:46:03.311-05:002017-08-10T00:46:03.311-05:00Thanks. That's why I need to lose weight ha. ...Thanks. That's why I need to lose weight ha. Jalapeños are DEFINITELY a bumper crop ha. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-68818616796850967162017-08-10T00:43:49.142-05:002017-08-10T00:43:49.142-05:00OH doesn't it though? I LOVE that smell. Tha...OH doesn't it though? I LOVE that smell. Thank you!!! The sauce was so good. I told him next time I need pics and the recipe for the blog. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-52931199966186997212017-08-10T00:42:44.238-05:002017-08-10T00:42:44.238-05:00LOL! Thanks, isn't Pound Cake so wonderful? ...LOL! Thanks, isn't Pound Cake so wonderful? Simple but so flavorful. Now if only there were leftovers..... ha!!!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-77426889284524493502017-08-10T00:41:59.206-05:002017-08-10T00:41:59.206-05:00LOL, y'all are always both welcome and no clea...LOL, y'all are always both welcome and no clean up necessary, ha. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-23351939203517083272017-08-10T00:41:17.941-05:002017-08-10T00:41:17.941-05:00Well no coffee for me but 2nd Man loves coffee and...Well no coffee for me but 2nd Man loves coffee and poundcake. I like poundcake with milk or chocolate milk, ha. <br /><br />51??? Sigh. I'm jealous. <br /><br />Happy harvesting!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-24689301159550650382017-08-10T00:35:41.675-05:002017-08-10T00:35:41.675-05:00Thanks for the info about the seeds. Peppers are ...Thanks for the info about the seeds. Peppers are going to be on our list (more variety) next Spring. Do you know we've never made Salisbury steak? I love it too. I think this was sort of it only with actual steaks, ha. <br /><br />What a score on the ladder!!!! How cool. I'd totally snatch that up too (of course 2nd Man would just roll his eyes ha). <br /><br />And yep that's the same pound cake. I'll work on him for you ha. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-72405153891515870042017-08-10T00:31:22.906-05:002017-08-10T00:31:22.906-05:00We've made some more jelly and this weekend I&...We've made some more jelly and this weekend I'm going to make the cowboy candy sweet/hot peppers. We grew the TAM's as well. I never thought about cayennes, thanks for that. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-8425982347810260392017-08-10T00:30:27.092-05:002017-08-10T00:30:27.092-05:00We are learning this, ha . It does seem it's a...We are learning this, ha . It does seem it's always feast or famine with rain doesn't it? 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-89564131369638535192017-08-10T00:29:51.295-05:002017-08-10T00:29:51.295-05:00Thank you! Wow we got some rain a few days ago. ...Thank you! Wow we got some rain a few days ago. Over 5" at the farm. The ground just soaked it up. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-67218353534211927202017-08-09T15:00:11.641-05:002017-08-09T15:00:11.641-05:00That pound cake looks sooooo delicious!
And in su...That pound cake looks sooooo delicious!<br /><br />And in such a hot climate, I suggest you try planting some of those seeds when it cools off this Fall. Nov/Dec, perhaps? It's what I did in Southern CA, and it almost always worked, much more so than doing the same thing in Spring.Ian's Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14682902145465551139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-80880403295632973832017-08-09T06:29:43.866-05:002017-08-09T06:29:43.866-05:00Storing and testing your gathered seeds from the g...Storing and testing your gathered seeds from the garden.<br />I have always tested my seeds to see if they where viable was by doing the water test. Take your seeds and put them in a container of water. Let them sit for about 15 minutes. Then if the seeds sink, they are still viable; if they float, they most likely will not sprout. This method, not really is the best way to check your seeds. For surer results, try performing a germination test. (Listed below)<br />How to Test Seeds for Viability<br />You will need:<br />Old seeds in need of testing<br />1-2 paper towels<br />Resealable plastic bag<br />Sharpie marker (for labeling-optional)<br />Dampen the paper towel– it doesn’t need to be dripping wet, just nice and soggy.<br />Arrange the seeds on the paper towel. Using separate paper towels, lay out 10 seeds of each type, as it makes figuring the percentage easy, and ensures you’re getting a solid random sampling of the packet.<br />Roll up the paper towel, or place a second paper towel over the top, to ensure the seeds is completely surrounded by dampness.<br />Place the damp towel/seeds in the plastic bag, seal, and set aside in a warm place.<br />Depending on the type of seeds you’re testing, they should begin to germinate anywhere from 2-14 days. (Seeds like peas and beans will sprout faster, while seeds like carrots or parsnips will take much longer). If your seeds are of the slow-germinating variety, you may need to spritz the paper towel with more water to keep it damp. If it dries out, the seeds will stop the germination process.<br />Once the seeds being to sprout, give them a day or two, and then take note as to how many sprouted vs. how many did not sprout. This will give you a germination rate. Example:<br />Out of 10 Tested Seeds<br />1 seed sprouts = 10% germination rate<br />5 seeds sprout = 50% germination rate<br />10 seeds sprout = 100% germination rate<br />Obviously, the higher the germination rate, the better. Anything over 50% is decent. Anything lower than 50% still might be usable, but you may need to plant more seeds to potentially make up for the “duds.”<br />Storing seeds: Me I always stored in the freezer in sealed baggie or jar.<br /><br />According to Oregon University; store unused seed packets is to place seeds in a sealed jar with a desiccant or powdered milk at the bottom to absorb moisture. Store the jar in a cool room or refrigerator over the winter.Colleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13106960827480062745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-36517242219462698122017-08-08T20:00:30.462-05:002017-08-08T20:00:30.462-05:00Hi, another person commented about freezing your f...Hi, another person commented about freezing your flower seeds... hmmm, not sure on that one. I know if our veggie seeds freeze, they won't germinate the next year. So, not sure about the validity of the freezing info--but I could be wrong! Your meal looks great, are the fries the type that you buy frozen and then heat up in the oven? I also bake pound cake with lots of butter--YUM!!!Joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15471639876072617577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-48517437172855079032017-08-08T08:40:12.997-05:002017-08-08T08:40:12.997-05:00Is this the same pound cake that 2nd man made bef...Is this the same pound cake that 2nd man made before that had drizzled icing on and won't divulge recipe or his secret ingredients? :{<br />Wonder if a little bribe would help in him giving up his recipe. :}Colleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13106960827480062745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-3919663884872277252017-08-07T23:31:41.927-05:002017-08-07T23:31:41.927-05:00It's been so rainy around this area, but I nev...It's been so rainy around this area, but I never get as much as others, thankfully. I get just enough with no flooding. The pound cake made me drool. If it is so warm in the winter, wouldn't the flowers germinate now? I am not familiar with the weather down there. Practical Parsimonyhttp://www.practical-parsimony.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-41261897659653557552017-08-07T20:07:44.792-05:002017-08-07T20:07:44.792-05:002nd Man's meals always look so delicious! And ...2nd Man's meals always look so delicious! And that pound cake - mmm! <br />You've had a bumper crop of jalapenos this year! Whatever you're doing, your jalapenos are loving it. 2nd Man has a good idea about the jalapeno stand!Texas Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00547037404676565726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-62076872323011409752017-08-07T17:33:35.081-05:002017-08-07T17:33:35.081-05:00Doesn't rain smell delightful.
That mushroom s...Doesn't rain smell delightful.<br />That mushroom sauce looks wonderful too.Elephant's Childhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06650565833097914052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-35634704412080259762017-08-07T17:07:13.816-05:002017-08-07T17:07:13.816-05:00Ooooh Pound Cake. Looks yummy! But I need to taste...Ooooh Pound Cake. Looks yummy! But I need to taste it... need my address! :-)Mike Yukonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07615350717597229013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-14988483211488634482017-08-07T15:05:52.038-05:002017-08-07T15:05:52.038-05:00Janie; "your food always looks so good."...Janie; "your food always looks so good." Always Taste better when someone else does the cooking. :}Colleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13106960827480062745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-21797698777839527722017-08-07T14:57:06.139-05:002017-08-07T14:57:06.139-05:00It's a pound party! I wish I could eat meals w...It's a pound party! I wish I could eat meals with you two. I'd even clean up afterwards. Your food always looks so good.<br /><br />Love,<br />JanieJanie Junebughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10573607241326291404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-67500923488992769162017-08-07T14:49:29.851-05:002017-08-07T14:49:29.851-05:00Pound cake...and a pot of coffee. My favorite brea...Pound cake...and a pot of coffee. My favorite breakfast! we've had unusually cool weather here in Illinois. Only in low 70's and down to 51 tonight. I love fall but not before it's time. Garden here has lots more producing to do.Donna OShaughnessyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08266654110280149719noreply@blogger.com