Though we consider ourselves flexitarians, we really enjoy vegan and vegetarian meals. With our favorite Trader Joe’s organic extra-firm tofu, we can make delicious meatless meals, like this tofu bolognese!
Author: Carrie
Winecraft: Phenomenal Pineapple Peel
When it’s time to cut up ripe pineapples, I know exactly what to do with the peels (rinds) and cores: make wine! What’s better than a sensational wine from food “waste”? And don’t forget about pineapple’s health benefits, including impressive antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Winecraft: Glorious Goldenrod-Ginger
The goldenrod is blooming! Pollinators are busily working the plentiful blooms, a favorite of the Pennsylvania Leatherwing Beetles (also known as Goldenrod Soldier Beetles). With Autumn now upon us, it felt like it was time to start another batch of this special wine.
Eat This: Banana-Coconut-Chocolate Chunk Milk Kefir Ice Cream
Milk kefir is an amazing and delicious probiotic beverage as is, but it also makes absolutely luscious ice cream, too. What’s better than rich and creamy ice cream? Ice cream that’s studded with bits of organic banana, shredded coconut, and chocolate chunks. Oh, yeah!
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Natural Care: Honeysuckle Infused Facial Oil
What’s that divine perfume wafting through the humid summer air? It’s honeysuckle, a wild-growing vine here that’s climbed enthusiastically all over the field fencing. Unpopular with some gardeners because it’s highly invasive, it’s a wildcrafter’s delight: the blooms make a heady wine, an aromatic syrup, and fantastic facial oil!
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Eat This: Sprouted Brown Lentil Meals – 3 Ways
As a follow-up to my earlier post on sprouted brown lentils, I present three great ways to enjoy them. Juicy, crisp, and crunchy – sprouted lentils are a treat for the taste buds!
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