When the cold and flu season comes around, you might find it helpful to have this elderberry immunity syrup with rose hips and astragalus in supply! It is fall now. And all the kids are in school – even the…
This blend of dried shitakes, nettle, mugwort, juniper berries, and garlic has forest flavor and tastes of all its dark, earthy, and rich goodness. Next up for my DIY culinary herb and spice blends, in collaboration with Mountain Rose Herbs: Forest…
A flavor with profound soul & flair, Cajun spice is a bold blend of paprika, cayenne, onions, garlic, black pepper, and even a little celery seed & fennel. Next up for my DIY culinary herb and spice blends, in collaboration…
The secret to this delicious golden curry powder blend is in the spices. Grinding whole spices creates a DIY curry that’s vibrant, flavorful & pungent. Next up for my DIY culinary herb and spice blends, in collaboration with Mountain Rose Herbs:…
Corn chowder is a showcase of the garden harvest! Thick & creamy, but yet all vegetables, this soup will delight a family with diverse dietary needs! The arrival of fall always spells busy-ness around the homestead. The kids are in…
Spicy, earthy, and smoky, this DIY southwestern chili powder is the perfect flavor for south of the border soups, stews, grilled meats, and tacos. Next up for my DIY culinary herb and spice blends, in collaboration with Mountain Rose Herbs:…
Herbs de Provence is a wonderful herbal blend that lends itself to a variety of dishes. This DIY blend will ensure that you’ve plenty for yourself & gifts!In collaboration with Mountain Rose Herbs, I am pleased to bring you the…
Plum butter made in the slow cooker results in a rich, flavor fruitful spread ever so slightly nuanced with the almond notes of the plum pits. There is a great shift happening. The mornings are cold and dewy, although the…
Sweet pickled figs with cinnamon, allspice, clove, and cardamom are a sweet, candy-like relic of bygone palates and childhood memories. I probably received my penchant for nostalgia from my father. He is a man of big emotions and a tendency to…
This foraged wild blackberry sage shrub is cooling, sweet, with subtle earthy herbal overtones — perfect for summer beverages! Shrubs, also known as drinking vinegar, would seem to be the lasted hipster trend. Actually, though, shrubs were all ole time-y…
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Devon
