| How to Grow Garlic in Water Posted: 16 Nov 2018 12:00 AM PST If you'd like to grow some garlic but don't have the space for a garden or a large potting container, you can try growing garlic in water. Growing garlic in water is a great way to have fresh garlic available whenever you like, without the hassle and expense of going to the grocery store. Be aware that when you grow garlic in water, you won't be able to grow entire new cloves. Rather, you'll be able to grow leaves (also called garlic sprouts) out of the top of a garlic clove. These sprouts have the texture of green onions but with a mild garlicky flavor. EditPlacing the Garlic in Water - Purchase 1 or more garlic cloves that have begun to sprout. When garlic sprouts, the clove—still covered in its protective white wrapping—will produce a small green sprout out of its top.[1] Inspect a few different cloves until you find some that have sprouted. While you can try growing un-sprouted garlic in water, you're more likely to be successful if you use cloves that have sprouted.
- You can find suitable garlic cloves at your local grocery store. However, for higher-quality garlic that will produce larger and more flavorful sprouts, visit your local farmer's market.[2]
- Set the sprouted clove in an glass jar. Orient the garlic so that the sprouting end of the clove points upward.[3] It's best to grow the garlic sprouts in a container made of clear glass, so that you can watch as the garlic puts out roots and begins to grow.
- If you don't have a glass jar, you can use a drinking glass or a shot glass instead, if that's more convenient.
- Pour water into the jar until the bottom of the garlic clove is covered. You can use lukewarm tap water. Depending on the size of your garlic clove, you'll need to put about of water into the jar.[4] Avoid using extremely hot water, or you will damage and maybe kill the clove.
- If you completely submerge the garlic under water, it will die and rot.
- Leave the jar on your windowsill for 4-7 days. Make sure that the sprouting garlic clove gets plenty of sunlight.[5] If the tops of the growing garlic sprouts start to turn brown or wilt, move the glass out of the sun for 1-2 days.
- Change the water if it turns murky brown. Brown, clouded water will be unhealthy for the garlic and may stunt the sprouts' growth. To change the water, take the garlic out of the jar with 1 hand and use your other hand to dump out the water from the jar. Then, place the clove back into the jar and refill it with water. Make sure not to over-fill the jar with water.[6]
- You should only need to change the water 1 or 2 times before the sprouts are ready to harvest.
EditHarvesting the Sprouts - Let the garlic sprouts grow until they're at least tall. Keep an eye on the garlic as the green sprouts start to emerge from the top of the clove. The thin sprouts will emerge and grow quickly. When the sprouts are between , they're ready to harvest.[7]
- If you harvest the garlic sprouts prematurely, they'll be bitter and have an unpleasant taste.
- Cut off the top 1/3 of the garlic sprout with a pair of kitchen scissors. So, if your sprout is tall, snip off the top . This will be the tastiest and least bitter part of the garlic sprout.[8]
- In most cases, you'll only be able to harvest garlic sprouts once. It's unlikely that the garlic clove will grow new sprouts after the harvest.
- Only cut off the amount you're planning to use for a specific meal. If you try to store already-cut garlic in your fridge, it will dry out and lose its taste.
- Add the garlic sprouts to savory dishes. Once you've harvested the tops of the garlic sprouts, use your scissors to snip them into small pieces. Then, add the sprouts to any savory dish you'd like, including baked potato, soup, or scrambled eggs.[9]
- Also try adding raw cut-up garlic sprouts to salads, salsas, or dips.[10]
- Growing garlic in water also makes a great assignment for grade-school age kids, as they can see the garlic cloves begin to sprout and grow.
- The idea that sprouted garlic is bad and should be thrown away is incorrect. In fact, garlic that has sprouted has more antioxidants than garlic that hasn't yet sprouted.[11]
- Be careful when using sharp scissors so that you don't accidentally cut yourself.
EditThings You'll Need - Sprouted garlic cloves
- glass jar
- Water
- Scissors
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| How to Make Buttermilk Fried Chicken Posted: 15 Nov 2018 04:00 PM PST If you're looking for the secret to tender fried chicken, marinate the chicken in spiced buttermilk before you fry it. Lightly season buttermilk and soak the chicken pieces in the marinade for several hours. Then toss the pieces in a spice mixture and let the chicken rest to absorb even more flavor. Heat oil and fry the chicken until it's crispy and golden brown. Eat buttermilk fried chicken while it's hot or enjoy cold leftovers the next day. EditIngredients - of buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons (36 g) plus 1 teaspoon (6 g) of kosher salt, divided
- 1 tablespoon (7 g) plus 1 teaspoon (2 g) of freshly ground black pepper, divided
- 2 teaspoons (3.5 g) plus 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) of cayenne pepper, divided
- of chicken wings, thighs, drumsticks, and breasts
- 2 cups (240 g) of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) of onion powder
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) of garlic powder
- Oil such as canola, vegetable, or peanut oil, for frying
Makes of fried chicken EditMarinating - Mix the buttermilk with kosher salt, pepper, and cayenne. Pour of buttermilk into a large bowl or baking dish. Add 2 tablespoons (36 g) of the kosher salt, 1 tablespoon (7 g) of the freshly ground black pepper, and 2 teaspoons (3.5 g) of cayenne. Stir until the seasonings are incorporated with the buttermilk.[1]
- It's important to use real buttermilk instead of soured milk for this recipe. True buttermilk is thicker and will help tenderize the chicken as it marinates.
- Add of chicken to the marinade. Get out of chicken pieces and add them to the bowl with the marinade. Stir so all of the chicken is completely coated with the buttermilk marinade.[2]
- You can use wings, thighs, drumsticks, and breasts. If you want to use breasts, cut each of them in half to make 2 smaller pieces. This will ensure that they fry faster and more evenly.
- Marinate the chicken for 2 to 4 hours. Cover the chicken and leave it to marinate at room temperature. You can safely keep the chicken out for up to 2 hours. If you want it to marinate longer, put the chicken in the refrigerator for 4 hours.[3]
- Avoid marinating the chicken for more than 4 hours since the buttermilk and salt will begin to break down the meat.
- Combine the flour, salt, pepper, cayenne, onion, and garlic powder. Put 2 cups (240 g) of all-purpose flour into a large sealable plastic bag. Add 1 teaspoon (2 g) of onion powder, 1 teaspoon (2 g) of garlic powder, the remaining 1 teaspoon (6 g) of kosher salt, the remaining 1 teaspoon (2 g) of freshly ground black pepper, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) of cayenne pepper. Seal and shake the bag.[4]
- If you prefer, mix the flour and seasoning in a large shallow dish instead of a bag.
- Set a rack on a sheet and remove the chicken from the marinade. Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and set it next to your work surface. Then uncover the chicken and lift each piece out of the buttermilk marinade.[5]
- Hold each piece up for a few seconds so the excess marinade drips back into the bowl.
- Place the chicken into the bag with the seasonings and shake it. Put all of the chicken pieces into the bag or work in batches if all of them won't fit. Seal the bag shut and shake it until the chicken is completely coated with the dry seasoning.[6]
- Rest the chicken on the rack for 30 minutes. Open the bag and remove each piece of chicken. Shake it a little so extra seasoning falls off and then set the chicken pieces on the wire rack. Let the chicken sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.[7]
- You can begin to heat the oil while the chicken is resting.
- If you want to dredge the chicken in advance, store it uncovered in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
- Pour oil halfway up the side of a deep pot and attach a thermometer. Set a large pot on the stove and pour in enough oil to come halfway up the sides of the pot. Stick a deep-fry thermometer onto the side so the tip is in the oil.[8]
- The amount of oil you need will depend on the size of your pot. You'll need enough oil in the pot so it will completely cover the chicken pieces.
- Consider using canola, vegetable, or peanut oil. Avoid using olive or grapeseed oil since these will burn.
- Heat the oil over medium-high until it reaches . Turn the burner on to medium-high and heat the uncovered oil. Watch the temperature and be prepared to start frying the chicken once the temperature of the oil reaches .[9]
- Put half of the chicken into the oil and fry it for 10 to 14 minutes. Carefully lower half of the seasoned chicken pieces to the hot oil. Use long tongs to turn the chicken frequently as it fries. Fry the chicken until it reaches with an instant-read meat thermometer.[10]
- You'll also need to keep an eye on the temperature of the oil. It should stay around .
- Put the fried chicken on a wire rack and bring the oil back to . Set clean wire racks on another baking sheet. Use long tongs to remove the fried chicken from the oil and place the pieces on a rack. Look at the temperature of the oil and let it heat back up to before you fry the rest of the chicken.[11]
- If you try to fry the remaining chicken while the oil isn't hot enough, the chicken will absorb more of the oil. It will take longer to cook and won't be as crispy.
- Fry the remaining chicken and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Fry the other half of the chicken and put it on the wire rack. Let the chicken pieces rest for 10 minutes so they reabsorb their juices. Then sprinkle a little salt over them and serve them with your favorite sides.[12]
- You can fry the chicken up to 2 hours in advance. Keep the fried chicken at room temperature for up to 2 hours. If you want to store the fried chicken for longer, put it in an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to 3 to 4 days.
- If you want to make tenders, use boneless chicken breasts and cut them into smaller pieces. Keep in mind that they won't take as long to fry as bone-in chicken pieces.
- To heat cold fried chicken, heat it in a until it's hot throughout.
EditThings You'll Need - Measuring cups and spoons
- Deep-fry thermometer
- Large bowl or baking dish
- Sealable plastic bag
- Wire racks
- Baking sheets
- Large pot
- Long tongs
- Instant-read meat thermometer
- Knife and cutting board, optional
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| How to Collect Rainwater Posted: 15 Nov 2018 08:00 AM PST Collecting rainwater for home and landscaping use is a great way to save money and conserve water. Depending on the amount of rainfall your area receives, you may be able to collect enough for all of your water needs! Choose the right collection method for your lifestyle, such as a barrel for rooftop collection or a tarp to utilize a change in elevation. Then, carefully set up your system to harvest the rainwater as easily and efficiently as possible. EditMaking a Barrel to Collect Roof Water - Make sure rain barrels are legal in your area before you start. Rain barrels, and rain collection in general, are illegal in some areas due to water rights restrictions. Before you start constructing your collection system, look online or contact your local government to see whether it's legal in your area.[1]
- Drill a hole near the bottom of a large plastic garbage can. Use a hand drill to carefully drill a hole on the side of your garbage can, about from the bottom. This hole will be used for your spigot, so make sure to use a drill bit that's a little bit smaller than or the same size as the spigot.[2]
- You'll use this spigot hole to extract water from the barrel, so make sure it's not so low that you can't slide a bucket or watering can under it.
- If you don't want to make a water barrel, you can also purchase one online or from a home improvement store.
- Attach a spigot over the hole with waterproof sealant. Slide a metal washer onto the screw end of the spigot, then fit a snug rubber washer on over the screws to prevent leakage. Apply a thick layer of waterproof sealant over the rubber washer, insert the spigot into the hole, and let it dry for as long as instructed on the package.[3]
- Once the sealant is dried, secure it on the inside of the barrel by sliding on another rubber washer and metal washer.
- If you don't have waterproof sealant, you can also use watertight Teflon tape.
- Cut a hole in the lid to collect water from your home's downspout. Use a box cutter to cut the collection hole, and make it big enough to accommodate the water flow from your downspout. Place it near the side of the lid, following the curve, so it can fit comfortably against the wall of your house.[4]
- Place the barrel under your downspout and make a mark on the lid for the hole location.
- Don't place it too close to the center of the lid; if your downspout is against the side of your house, there won't be enough room for you to place the hole directly under it.
- Make a second hole to release overflow. If the barrel collects a lot of rain, it'll need an overflow opening to release the extra water. Using your drill or box cutter, cut 1-2 smaller holes in the lid to accommodate this extra flow.[5]
- If you want to collect the overflow water, build a second rain barrel. Run a short length of hose or PVC pipe from the second barrel to the overflow hole in the first barrel to allow the extra water to run through.
- Put landscaping fabric over the top to keep out pests. Before you secure the garbage can lid, cut a large piece of landscaping fabric and place it over the entire opening. Cut it large enough that about of fabric sticks out over the can. Then, attach the lid to secure it in place.[6]
- Landscaping fabric is made of a fine mesh, which will allow water to pass through while keeping out mosquitoes and other pests.
- You can buy it online or at home improvement stores.
- Place the barrel under your downspout to collect rainwater for a home or garden. Now that your barrel is constructed, simply set it below your downspout to collect water. To make it more convenient to use, create a small platform of bricks or another solid, durable material and set the barrel on top. This will give you more room to fill up water cans or buckets of water.[7]
- If you want to connect a hose to the spigot, raising the barrel up a bit will also give you more water pressure.
- If you use your water for gardening, you can pour it out of the spigot as-is. If you plan to use it for cooking, drinking, or cleaning, filter it first.
EditCollecting Rainwater with a Tarp - Choose a collection site that's slightly elevated. Choose a relatively flat area that's elevated slightly above your storage area. You also want the collection area itself to slope just a bit towards the corner closest to the storage area, which ensures that the water won't sit and stagnate as it collects. It should run towards this lower corner, then down the piping towards your storage area.[8]
- Clear out a large section of ground on the higher elevation. As you clear the area of any plants and brush, stack extra dirt along the sides. This creates a border of berm edges that will help hold the water. Make sure that the area slopes just slightly towards the corner that's closest to the downward slope.[9]
- Measure your tarp before you start clearing to make sure your area is large enough. Make it about shorter than the tarp on all sides so you can pull the tarp over the bermed edges.
- Lay out a large tarp that covers the whole area. Lay out your tarp so that its edges lay over the bermed edges of your collection area. If you can, try to use a billboard tarp, which is around in size, to collect as much rainwater as you can.[10]
- You can use a tarp of any size to collect rainwater, but a larger the surface area, the more water you'll harvest.
- Place rocks along the tarp to keep it down in the wind. To ensure your tarp stays in place, evenly space large rocks along its surface. You should also shovel several inches of dirt onto the edges to keep them from flapping.[11]
- Run a drainpipe from the lowest corner of the tarp to the collection tank. Cut a hole through the lowest corner of the collection tarp, just large enough to fit the opening of your pipe through, then seal it over with waterproof sealant. Run the pipe down the slope to your collection tank. Use corner pipe attachments if you need to lift the water into the tank; the pressure should be high enough to pump it upwards on its own.[12]
- For the most storage, you can use a large IBC tote tank. You can also use a regular rain barrel or even make your own from a trash can.
- Use PVC drainpipe, which you can buy at a home improvement store. You can lay it flat on the ground, or dig a slight depression around it to keep it in place.
- Collect the water in a tarp-covered hole for a cheaper option. If you don't want to buy a large storage tank, simply dig a deep hole, at least , into the ground and cover with with a tarp. Let the rain water collect there and extract it with a bucket as needed.
- If you use your water for gardening or other outdoor use, you can leave it as-is. If you plan to use the water for cooking, drinking, or cleaning, filter it first.
- Constructing this larger-scale tarp collection system will harvest the most water in the most efficient way. In a pinch, though, you can simplify the system by digging a wide hole in the ground and lining it with a tarp to catch rain.
EditTrying Alternative Collection Systems - Build a rainwater garden to redirect water for landscaping. A rainwater garden uses runoff water from roofs and gutters to grow vegetation and flowers while filtering out harmful chemicals. You'll need to clear out an area of your yard to create a depression that's deep and as long and wide as you have room for! Then, use piping to extend your downspout directly into the depression to provide water for the garden.[13]
- You can then plant native plants, flowers, or vegetables in your garden.
- Hang a rain chain from your gutter for a decorative option. A rain chain connects to the water flow in your gutter, redirecting it down a series of copper or metal cups for a pleasing waterfall effect. To use one, simply remove your gutter's downspout and fasten the rain chain's hook through the pipe. Place a rain barrel or another storage unit underneath the chain to collect the water.[14]
- Collect rainwater in household items for a cheap, convenient method. When all else fails, you can use everyday items around your house to collect rain. Although this won't work as well for longer periods of time or larger water needs, using household items can work in a pinch or in an emergency.[15]
- Consider using a landscaping company to install a collection and filtration system. If you're interested in a full water collection and filtration system for your home, the easiest option might be to get it installed by a landscaping company. They'll be able to ensure that the collection system works without leakages and that it's filtered properly for your use.
- You can use collected rainwater for gardening and landscaping.
- To use rainwater for cooking, drinking, and home use, purchase and install a filter to run the water through.
- Make sure that water collection is legal in your area before starting to harvest it.
EditThings You'll Need EditRain Barrel Water Collection - 1-2 large plastic garbage can
- Watertight sealant
- 2 rubber washers
- 2 metal washers
- Hose clamp
- Spigot
- Drill with large drill bits
- Landscaping fabric
EditTarp Collection - Shovel (to clear dirt)
- Large tarp (billboard size, if possible)
- PVC piping
- Storage unit (a tank or tarp-covered hole)
- String (to measure elevation change)
- Stakes (to measure elevation change)
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