Making your own homemade seasoning blends couldn't be easier. They're better tasting than those bottles that have been sitting on the store shelve for who knows how long, and not to mention healthier due to the fact that they won't contain harmful chemicals/additives in the form of anti-caking agents and so on. This … [Read more...]
Strawberry-Cheesecake Ice Cream
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This homemade ice cream is a favorite around here, especially in the summer when strawberries are at their peak. With a deliciously rich taste reminiscent of a slice of strawberry cheesecake, it's hard not to love this frozen treat. If strawberries are not your thing or are not in-season/available, you may substitute … [Read more...]
“Best Ever” Lacto-fermented Sauerkraut *
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I've finally found the secret to great sauerkraut.....very finely shred the cabbage! I was doing it by hand before because I don't have a thin enough blade for my food processor. But I guess cutting it into shreds by hand just wasn't getting it thin enough. And I never thought to use my mandoline slicer....duh :P So that's … [Read more...]
Homemade Yogurt “The Easy Way”
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Yogurt is a super-nutritious food, full of beneficial bacteria (Probiotics). Especially "homemade" yogurt, as most store-bought yogurts contain some sort of additives and/or thickeners-stabilizers. We use yogurt a lot around here for making smoothies, eating plain (or with fruit) for a snack or great breakfast, and in … [Read more...]
Sprouts: Super Nutritious & Easy to Make at Home
Sprouts are a tasty and nutritious addition to any meal (or snack), anytime of the day. I love, and so does the rest of the family, tiny little radish sprouts served over cottage cheese....Mmmm! they're so good. I know what your thinking though..... Sprouting, that's just too difficult and time consuming for me...I don't … [Read more...]
