Most people have their sirloin tip roast cut into stew meat or possibly kabobs. But that is not us, dear friend. We will find another way to prepare and enjoy this unique cut of beef. But first of all, what in the world is the sirloin tip roast? And how is it different than a... Continue Reading →
How to Make Elderberry Fire Cider
I'm a big believer in boosting our immunity naturally. Natural ingredients like organic ginger, garlic and elderberry all are known to have tremendous health benefits, and we use them religiously. Especially as the weather starts to change, kids go back to school and the cold and flu season kicks off. We forage for elderberry midsummer... Continue Reading →
How To Make Salted Snap Pea Chips
Sugar snap peas are a big part of our late spring harvest. I love the little white flowers that dot the cluster of reaching green vines. The bees do too. Much of the garden hasn't yet awakened to its full glory, and while the peas aren't the first to the dance, they certainly know how... Continue Reading →
How to Make Fermented Spicy Mustard
If you've ever bitten into a freshly grilled brat and thought...man there's something missing. Or assembled a masterpiece of a deli sandwich and were left wanting still a little more taste. Yup. I know exactly how you feel. Enter the perfect mustard. Robust flavor. Tongue tingling spice. Beneficial bacteria that help repair the gut and... Continue Reading →
Divine Pie Crust Made From Pecans – Just Add Pie Filling
Pie season is around the corner. Thanksgiving. Christmas. New Years. Oh my! But who are we fooling? Shouldn't it ALWAYS be pie season? You don't really need an excuse to bake a pie. But if you're looking for one, here's a few you could try on for size. In-laws are in town. Birthday party. The... Continue Reading →
How to Make Tomato Herb Pesto
Interested in a twist on the traditional pesto recipe? Look no further than your tomato patch for a way to create a new flavor that will liven up any dish! Think sweet. Think slightly salty. And think earthy herb bliss. I used cherry tomatoes to make this recipe, because they are sweeter than the larger... Continue Reading →
How to Ferment Cherry Tomatoes – The Perfect Snack
Fermenting vegetables has become a fun way to preserve and enjoy the bounty from our garden. I think I've convinced myself that just about anything can be fermented. Maybe that's not exactly true, but I'm willing to give it shot. Why fermenting? Think gut health. As vegetables go through the fermenting process, beneficial bacteria called... Continue Reading →