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Homemade Fermented Remoulade Sauce/ Sourdough Crabcakes
I am a big fan of seafood! Living by the coast gives me plenty of opportunity to eat seafood... if only my family shared my love of salt-water dwellers :( Thankfully, I was able to squeeze in a meal...
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Homemade Eggnog
Eggnog is not just for the holidays! In fact, my youngest son drinks this creamy drink nearly every day of the week. It is not only full of flavor but is packed with protein and energy-giving...
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Homemade Sinus Infection Remedy
I don't know about you, but cold weather and sinus infections go hand-in-hand in my life! Every time we turn the heat on (which has been more than usual, even in our semi-tropical climate), I wake up...
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Homemade Fizzy, Fermented Tea
Did you know that you can ferment just about any food/drink? You don't need any fancy equipment or ingredients, and the result is good for your tummy and taste buds! I have a lot of loose herbal tea...
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Homemade Cold Brew Coffee
I have been enjoying a treat this summer... something to cool me down during the endless, sweltering days here in sunny south Florida- coffee! This is not your typical cuppa joe, I have been making...
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Homemade, Crock Pot Chicken Stock
It's been a long time since I last posted something, BUT I have a good excuse! For the past few months, my family has been prepping for a big move- to Colorado! Well, we are finally here. And, I am...
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Homemade, Naturally-Fermented Honey Mead
I am fascinated by history! I have been researching the history of mead (honey wine) and have been thrilled with my findings... Apparently, the first mead was probably a happy accident :) A beehive...
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Homemade SCOBY for Making Kombucha
I refused to pay $20+ for another SCOBY, especially since you can make your own for about $3 and some items found in your kitchen. Yes, you can make your own culture from scratch! And I'm going to...
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Homemade, Naturally-Fermented Honey Mead (part 2)
My kitchen smells so good right now! Every time I stir my melomel (fruit mead), I get a sweet whiff of honey-wine... nothing smells better than fermenting fruit beverages, in my opinion. I think my...
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Homemade Tooth Whitener
By now, everyone has heard of the wonderfully natural whitening ability of activated charcoal... well, those of us who have tried it in powdered form also know how messy it can be- big time messy. I...
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Homemade Tepache (Fermented Pineapple Drink)
I have to admit, I do miss some things about Florida, especially since I know my citrus trees are in full fruit and we cannot enjoy them. And, we have gotten more snow here in the past week than I've...
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Homemade Rough-Cut Pâté
Whenever I buy a whole chicken, I try to make sure it includes the giblets! If you avoid them, you are really missing out on a delicious and nutritious snack: pâté. (Don't let the other organs go to...
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Homemade Chicken Salad w/Yogurt Dressing
I am always looking for new flavors for lunches around here... since I am home most days, I can't eat the same thing every. single. day. Sandwiches are NOT my thing, and I can't make a large meal for...
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Homemade, Cultured Butternut Squash Soup
This recipe is amazing and perfect for those of you on the GAPS Diet! Just as Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride recommends in her book, Gut and Psychology Syndrome, this soup is enhanced with probiotic...
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Homemade, Traditional Rye Bread Kvass
Bread kvass has been a traditional drink in Eastern Europe for centuries. The drink became popular in the XVI century but was around long before then; some say it has its roots in IXth century...
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Homemade Orange-Ginger Carrot Kvass
All mixed up and ready to ferment!I love beets, but I hate beet kvass. There's no way to sugar coat it... I think it is too salty and tastes like dirt. Period. If you're like me, you love fermented...
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Homemade, Fermented Mango-Peach Salsa
It is such a beautiful spring day! Yes, I think spring is finally here in the mountains of Colorado- at least I hope so... :)To celebrate warmer weather and greener things to come, I have made a...
View ArticleHomemade Cream Conditioner and Liquid, Hot Process Shampoo
The Shampoo:Although I love my henna shampoo bar, I was curious about making more liquid shampoo- not from an already-made soap like Dr Bronners, but from scratch. I have made liquid soap before...
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Homemade Dandelion Wine
I love dandelions! Not only are they bright and yellow (which happens to be my favorite color), but they are full of nutrients and can help you perform a "spring cleaning" on your liver! Dandelions...
View ArticleHomemade Hair Stengthening/Growth Tonic
Ok, I have to admit, I am obsessed with making my hair grow- I have visions of my hair flowing over my shoulders and being everlastingly full and radiant! Unfortunately, I have my father's hair- thin...
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