Flaky pie crust, how to make pie, protecting plants

Your DAILY newsletter from the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Monday, November 8, 2021]( [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [Winter begins in 43 days]( Question of the Day What are the best types of trees to use for firewood? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day What subject do witches like best? – [Answer]( [sheep] We'll to the woods no more, The laurels are all cut, The bowers are bare of bay That once the Muses wore; The year draws in the day And soon will evening shut: The laurels all are cut, We'll to the woods no more. –A. E. Housman (1859–1936) ADVERTISEMENT [2022 Almanac]( [All-Purpose Butter Flaky Pie Crust Recipe (image)]( [All-Purpose Butter Flaky Pie Crust Recipe]( This is an excellent crust—tender, buttery, flaky. Use this all-purpose pie dough recipe with sweet or savory pies. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [New! Advanced-Heater Gives You Heavenly Comfort & Saves 42% Off Heating Bills]( Stop freezing this winter! With the portable heater that’s catching the eye of Americans results show there is no better way to get heat instantly in your home. Picture this: a multi-directional heater that radiates 3.7x more heat, costs less than similar heaters, and uses less energy. [LEARN MORE]( [New! Advanced-Heater Gives You Heavenly Comfort & Saves 42% Off Heating Bills (title)]( [How to Make a Pie: Crusts, Fillings, and More (image)]( [How to Make a Pie: Crusts, Fillings, and More]( Pie, brought over with the earliest settlers from England, has become an American institution. Making a tender, flaky pie crust isn’t just about the crust recipe; it’s about the right techniques. Keep everything cold and work the dough sparingly. See our tips—plus, videos on how to jazz up your top... [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Stubborn Belly Fat? New Trick Is Defying All Odds]( Millions of Americans suffer from deep fat. Researchers have now found out the reason why. It turns out there is a master switch that controls when the cells turn into energy and when they turn into fat. Learn how to flip the master switch right now. [LEARN MORE]( [Stubborn Belly Fat? New Trick Is Defying All Odds (title)]( [The Captivating Crescent Moon (image)]( [The Captivating Crescent Moon]( The captivating crescent may be the Moon’s most fascinating phase. Why is the crescent Moon sometimes on its back, bottom, side, or upside down? Is it smiling at you? Bob explains the crescent Moon tilt. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Where can I find night lights handcrafted in the USA?]( These beautiful night lights were handcrafted about a mile from The Old Farmer’s Almanac offices in New Hampshire by master woodworker Dan Hill. Each night light shade consists of 4 pieces of wood with intricate designs and complementary side panels, which hide the light bulb. Light up your home with the relaxing glow of these night lights! [LEARN MORE]( [Where can I find night lights handcrafted in the USA? (title)]( [Deer (image)]( [Deer]( Here are tips for identifying deer damage and keeping deer out of your garden. While deer may appear to be harmless, they can be quite a nuisance around your flowers.  [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Houseplant Care for Beginners Live Webinar]( Get early bird pricing today! Save $10! [LEARN MORE]( [Houseplant Care for Beginners Live Webinar (title)]( [3 Thrifty Ways to Protect Plants From Cold (image)]( [3 Thrifty Ways to Protect Plants From Cold]( Winter is coming! As cooler weather arrives, it’s time to show your plants some TLC. Given shelter, they’ll continue growing and, in some cases, cropping for months to come. Not everyone has a greenhouse, and these budget-friendly ideas make cold protection available to everyone.  Here are 3 ... [WATCH VIDEO]( ADVERTISEMENT [Crossbody Purses for Cell Phones by Chala]( Perfect size for carrying most cell phones, cash, ID, and a few credit cards. Choose from many different designs! [LEARN MORE]( [Crossbody Purses for Cell Phones by Chala (title)]( If you enjoy the Almanac Companion... [Share with a Friend]( THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [View More Product from The Old Farmer's Store]( Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can [sign up here](. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of [The Old Farmer's Almanac](. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( [Visit Almanac.com]( [Shop Our Store]( You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please [click here to manage preferences](. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 [Contact Us]( [View web version](