Cast Iron cookware is a staple in my kitchen. I rarely prepare a meal without using Cast Iron in some way. I have three skillets of various sizes, one large griddle that covers two burners, a deep skillet with a lid, and a porcelain-coated dutch oven. When properly cared for, good quality Cast Iron is low-maintenance and the best cookware available. There are a few golden rules to remember when cooking with Cast Iron, plus a basic process for occasionally seasoning it. I will go over both, and show you how truly easy it is to use, clean and season Cast Iron with Coconut Oil.
[Read more…]How to Make Homemade Herb Salt with Fresh Herbs
Here in Maine, our winters can seem very long. And, our growing season is quite short (June to September for most crops). During the winter, I miss the constant flow of fresh vegetables and yummy green things. So, I end up doing what I can to brighten our winter food supply. Sometimes, I make Sauerkraut with Cabbages from our cold storage. Other times, I will grow sprouts in my windowsill. But, Homemade Herb Salt is one of the best ways to add a sprinkle of green to almost any meal.
Homemade Herb Salt is easy to make, does not need to be refrigerated, and you can make it with any combination of herbs available to you.
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[Read more…]Sourdough Lemon Poppy Seed Recipe for Bread and Cake
Lemon is one of those flavors that is essential to summertime. It is equally delicious whether it is found in a cold glass of lemonade, some lemon curd spread on toast, or this Sourdough Lemon Poppy Seed Bread. This versatile recipe has become a new favorite of mine. It allows me to satisfy my craving for Lemon Poppy Seed in a relatively healthy way. This recipe contains 1/2-1/3 of the sweetener most recipes call for (and, most of the sugar is in the form of either honey or maple syrup). It is tart, sweet, moist, dense, with a hint of crunch from the poppy seeds. And, when it is long-fermented, it is gut-healthy.
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