I came across a lovely old recipe. No pectin, no sure-jel...6 lemons (I used meyer lemons)6 cups sugar (I used cane juice crystals)2 Tbsp vanilla (I used the vanilla I make)Cut the ends off the lemons and then cut them VERY thin. Remove any seeds and then cut each slice into 4 … [Read more...] about Lemon and Vanilla Jam
self-sufficiency
What love looks like…
A couple of weekends ago, we had fair weather (which has NOT been the case around here lately) and we took quick advantage of the somewhat warmish day.We have had free range birds for a long time now. Having to replenish our flock quite often because of predator problems. After a … [Read more...] about What love looks like…
Frugality in the kitchen
When I bought our food co-op a couple of weeks back, I bought quite a few bulk items. Some, if not stored or used quickly, well they go bad.Avocados are one of them.I had read recently that you can vacuum seal them and they will last longer and you can also freeze them.So, I … [Read more...] about Frugality in the kitchen
My Kitchen Apothecary
I've had an idea swirling around in my head for a while now. I wanted a place for all my natural herbs, tinctures, salves and soaps, etc.I just didn't have the cabinet... or so I thought.So one night when I was laying down, I was thinking about where I could find a cabinet on a … [Read more...] about My Kitchen Apothecary
Lacto fermented sauerkraut Part 1, and some sweet memories…
Real Food WednesdaysI am part of an amazing group now. We are a part of a Natural food co-op and I am soooo excited. It is helping me instill the healthy habits that I am working sooo hard towards. I'll share a little more of that with you in the future. Here's a little bit … [Read more...] about Lacto fermented sauerkraut Part 1, and some sweet memories…
