Congratulations! You’ve officially joined the world of sourdough enthusiasts. Somewhere on your counter sits a jar of bubbly, tangy-smelling magic—a.k.a. your sourdough starter. This little jar isn’t just a mix of flour and water; it’s a living, breathing (sort of) thing that needs love, care, and maybe even a name. If you’re here thinking, “How…
There’s something magical about sourdough bread. The chewy crust, the tangy flavor, the sense of accomplishment when you pull that golden loaf from the oven—it’s pure joy. But let’s talk about the unsung hero of sourdough: the starter. This little jar of flour and water is like having a tiny, bubbly pet that feeds you…
Do you know what jewelweed is? I didn’t until this year. Jewelweed is a common plant known for its skin-soothing properties, particularly effective for treating poison ivy, insect bites, rashes, and other skin irritations. I’ve lived at a property with poison ivy, poison oak, stinging nettle, and all kinds of skin irritating plants for 8…
In a world full of kitchen gadgets that promise to change the way you cook, there’s one that stands out to me above all the rest: my Almond Cow. It’s not just a device I use occasionally; it’s one of the few things in my kitchen that I use constantly and absolutely adore. I make…
Tomatoes are one of the most versatile and beloved ingredients in the kitchen. Their peak season is relatively short, but the good news is that there are many ways to preserve them and enjoy their rich flavor year-round. Whether you have a garden brimming with ripe tomatoes or you’ve stumbled upon a great deal at…
I’m so excited to share this fudge recipe with you! I have a mild obsession with rosemary and well..a HUGE obsession with chocolate. I’ve been putting off my huge Christmas cookie baking day for the past 2 weeks because, let’s face it, baking cookies while having to stop and wipe butts and snotty noses sounds…
Yesterday my husband came in the house with 4 big hibiscus flowers that had just shriveled up but weren’t dried out enough to fall off of the plant yet. He said, “Here, maybe you could make some hibiscus tea out of these.” I all but rolled my eyes, thinking he was crazy because I was…