Gift Ideas for this Christmas
Ready to make some simple gifts that are sure to be savored as favorites this Christmas? We have shared several recipes on our website and in our book that can be pre-made and given as gifts. Here are some ideas:
In the Kitchen
How to Soak Raw Nuts
Did you know raw nuts are seeds? It’s very important to soak them before eating them.
Food Waste
A beautiful life is never perfect – I have this sign hanging in my dining room. And it is a good reminder for me,
White Distilled Vinegar vs. Apple Cider Vinegar
We have had lots of people ask why we use raw apple cider vinegar in our recipes instead of distilled vinegar
The Healing Properties of Garlic
Have you heard people say “food is medicine”? What thoughts come to your mind when you hear that phrase (especially the word medicine)?
Lemon Balm Zucchini Muffins
One of the highlights of my summer was attending a Garden Tea Party at The Lamb Shoppe & Wellness Center. While sipping on a variety of tea, I had the pleasure of learning more about culinary and medicinal herbs
Dill Pickled Green Beans
What do you do with green beans that have gotten a little on the large side? Make Dill Pickled Green Beans!
Perfect Chicken in the Instant Pot
The summer heat has arrived and it’s the perfect time to enjoy our delicious chicken salad (pg 102) with some fresh greens for lunch. But if you are like me, the last thing I really want to do on a 90 degree day is put a whole chicken in a slow cooker to cook all …
Egg Substitute
“What is a good egg substitute to use in your oatmeal pancake recipe?” When asked that question recently, we decided to blog on it as others might be asking that question as well.
Sun Tea
I can still remember walking over to my grandma’s house and seeing the glass pitcher of sun tea brewing on her front steps. Growing up next to my grandparents, I often stopped over there to say hello. Grandma always had something delicious to eat and drink. I now have the blessing of living in my …