Do You Want to Learn to Preserve the Harvest?
Is one of your goals this year learning to preserve the harvest? If so, Ann Accetta-Scott’s new book, The Farm Girl’s Guide to Preserving the Harvest is a must-have.Continue Reading
Make Your Own Garlic Powder and Other Ways to Preserve Garlic
Garlic does really well in my garden, and I’m thankful since I use so much of it. I use it daily, and it’s an essential ingredient in my Roasted Tomato Sauce and Pine Needle Salad Dressing. And when I’ve grown plenty, like this year, some of it is made into garlic powder.
Making your own garlic powder is straight-forward and simple. It can be time consuming, but the right tools really help to make quick work of the task.Continue Reading
Homemade Violet and Dandelion Pink Lemonade
Spring, with all its lovely flowers is the perfect time to harvest and use edible flowers. There are so many from which to choose – forsythia, lilac, redbud, and of course violet and dandelion. And that makes spring the perfect time to make homemade violet and dandelion pink lemonade.
Pine and Honey Moisturizing Lip Balm
I get it. There are a million ways to make homemade lip balm. But honestly, some really are better than others. Like this Pine and Honey Moisturizing Lip Balm. It’s perfect for dry winter lips, and with that fresh-from-the-forest-scent, it’s perfect for gift giving. And it’s more than that; it really is the best moisturizing lip balm!Continue Reading
Creamy Homemade Raw Milk Cottage Cheese
So, dairy and I do not always get along. I spent five years dairy-free because of all the sinus issues it caused. And then I discovered raw milk. What a wonder; I can now enjoy dairy again, as long as I keep it raw. That’s why I love this simple recipe for creamy, homemade raw milk cottage cheese.Continue Reading
Grain-Free Cheesecake Cookies
We’ve enjoyed these grain-free cheesecake cookies for years. They are so easy to make and it’s a lot of fun to pop a mini cheesecake cookie into your mouth. And, of course, they are delicious!Continue Reading