After reading Nourishing Traditions, I wanted to try my hand at fermented veggies. I learned they were super healthy. I learned they were simple to make. I just was a bit scared of the process.My parents bought me an awesome fermenting crock for Christmas last … [Read more...]
Saturday’s Breakfast
Saturday's breakfast starts on Friday. I throw a dozen or so potatoes into the oven and bake them at 350 for an hour. (Be sure to prick them so they don't explode!)After the potatoes have cooled enough to handle, I get out my grater. I pick a medium size and set … [Read more...]
Friday’s Lunch Menu
Friday is Jayme's day. When I made my repeating breakfast and lunch menu, she got to pick breakfast and lunch options for the day. She picked omelets for breakfast, and mashed potatoes, meat gravy and corn for lunch. Yum! This is one of my favorite lunch … [Read more...]
Maggie’s Milk: Frozen Yogurt Style
We've recently discovered a delicious way to get some probiotics! Our Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker whipped up some great frozen yogurt. It was a nice change of pace from ice cream.Here's what I did:In a large mixing bowl, add 4 cups of yogurt, 1/2 cup of organic … [Read more...]
Weekly Menu: Simplifying Cooking
At this stage in our life, simple is best. I need to have as many decisions as possible made ahead of time so I can go through the day and not get caught up in little details. Having a premade meal plan is one way that we simplify.With this plan, I try to always add a … [Read more...]