A few weeks ago, we took a week-long break from dairy, meat, and caffeine. This was on top of an on-going sugar detox (total length of no sugar was 3 weeks.) Because we buy milk from a local dairy farm each week, and want to be consistent in our support of local small businesses, we… Continue reading An Old-Fashion Way to Preserve Milk without Refrigeration
Tag: fermented food
The Starter
I told a horrific story in my last sourdough post and I promise, this one is way better! Now, making and using a sourdough starter in your baking is an ancient method for adding yeast or a "lift" to your baked goodies. I decided to give it a try after reading about Ma's ability to… Continue reading The Starter
End of the Starter
Well, today I sure have a treat for you... And by treat, I mean not. Actually, it's the most disgusting and vile thing I may ever share on my blog. It's just plain gross. I know you are so very excited to read what I've got to share with you but hold on. Let's jump… Continue reading End of the Starter
A Birthday Celebration
When the children were little, we had huge parties! Themes of their choice, all the decorations and plenty of friends to create many memorable celebrations. But, as the kids got older, and my homeschooling duties increased, I realized that planning large playdate-style, ultra-theme parties were becoming less and less appealing. I no longer was enjoying… Continue reading A Birthday Celebration
Homemade Yogurt
If I haven't mentioned it before, our family likes to eat....A LOT! Food planning, prepping, and consuming takes up a good portion of our day. Which, is fine, since we already stay home most of the time (before it was mandated...) About two years ago, I decided there were a few regularly bought prepared food… Continue reading Homemade Yogurt