There has been so much going on around the homestead in these last few weeks. The garden is producing a bounty and we are so very grateful for those blessings!I've been canning and dehydrating and freezing up a storm!The noodle beans are starting to come … [Read more...] about Garden bounty and a quick pickle recipe
Fermenting
Chas’s FAVORITE Sourdough Pancakes!
I love pancakes. I love all kinds of pancakes. I've rarely met a pancake that I didn't like.The pancake itself fried so you get a little bit of crispy bits around the edge while the middle is light, fluffy, and and FULL of flavor, slathered with butter, covered in REAL maple … [Read more...] about Chas’s FAVORITE Sourdough Pancakes!
Water Kefir
Several years ago, I had many probiotic ferments going in my kitchen, but one of our absolute favorites was water kefir. Sadly, I neglected my old grains to the point of losing them without a chance for recovery. Thankfully though, with the wonderful web of communication and … [Read more...] about Water Kefir
Making together
For about a week now, I have been telling myself that I have to get my kraut going... Not a hard task by any means, but one I just have to do. And when I have a million things swirling in my head thinking that I need to do one more is sometimes daunting. I was resolved … [Read more...] about Making together
Creativity in the Kitchen
When trying to eat healthy and maintain a tight budget, you have to get creative in the kitchen. You also have to put some forethought into your week. Look at your life and activities and think about what your plans are for the week. Will you be having any expected company … [Read more...] about Creativity in the Kitchen
