Do You Have Harmful Spices in Your Cupboard?
You may already be aware of the dangers lurking in those little spice packets that they sell at the grocery store, such as taco seasoning, but did you know that the herbs and spices you have in your cupboard might also be harmful? What is Wrong with Your Herbs and...
Instant Pot: Perfect Hard boiled Eggs (even farm-fresh!)
The Instant Pot is my new favorite kitchen tool. I wrote about why here if you are interested. One of my favorite applications of said Instant Pot is making hard boiled eggs! If you have ever hard boiled a farm-fresh egg, you know that you lose a ton of egg while...
Instant Pot: Do you really need one?
The Instant Pot has been all the rage this past couple of years. Although intrigued, I held off for a while because of three main concerns. Maybe you are holding off for some of the same reasons. Let me share what I found out. My concerns about the Instant Pot...
DIY Rose and Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum
This DIY Rose and Hyaluronic Face Serum is my new favorite, favorite thing! My skin loves this serum. It makes me wonder why I haven't made a hyaluronic acid face serum before. Actually, I know why. The first time I tried a hyaluronic face serum, I didn't like it!...
Homemade Nourishing Face Cream
Post updated 10/31/19 with natural preservative information! Making your own homemade nourishing face cream is much easier than you think! If you have ever made homemade mayonnaise, you can make face cream. It is well worth the small amount of effort in both cases. In...
Kombucha-Champagne Cocktail: Imbibe while avoiding a hangover
I love to bring in the new year with a glass or two of bubbly. This year is no exception, but my champagne glass this year will also contain Kombucha in the form of this Kombucha-Champagne Cocktail. Not only is kombucha delicious, but it serves two important purposes....
Buckwheat Sourdough Pumpkin Bread (Gluten-free)
This Buckwheat Sourdough Pumpkin Bread is delicious, gluten-free, and nutritious. It takes only 10 minutes to prepare (as long as you have your easy-to-make buckwheat sourdough starter ready and active.) It has a light airy texture straight out of the oven, but will...
Marshmallow Rose Face Mask: Soothing and Hydrating
I am using this Marshmallow Rose Face Mask twice a day right now! We are having a dry spell here in the Seattle area. While it is lovely to see the sun in a season other than summer, my skin has not been happy about it. Enter this face mask. It is so hydrating,...
Fermented Horseradish
Fermented horseradish is the perfect condiment to serve with your prime rib (or steaks) this Christmas or New Year's! The enzymes created during fermentation of this tasty condiment help your body digest the meat and the other rich items that will accompany your meal....
Cranberry Kraut: Lower inflammation and Feed your Microbiome.
For a delicious holiday twist on an old favorite that also feeds your microbiome, try this tasty and nutritious Cranberry Kraut recipe. If you love kraut and you love cranberries, this recipe is for you! Also try my Fermented Cranberry Sauce recipe, Lacto-fermented...
