Most other small plastic food containers, such as single-serving yogurt cups, clamshell-type salad packages or egg cartons, are also well-suited for starting seeds, as long as you’ve poked holes ...

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter with 1 cup packed brown sugar and 1/2 cup heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer five minutes, stirring ...