17 Home-Grown Home Remedies
Growing my own herbs for natural remedies has been a transformative journey for me, one that I stumbled upon pretty unexpectedly. It all began a few years ago when I …
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Blueberry-Sage Smash Mocktail
Discovering the Blueberry-Sage Smash was like finding a hidden gem in my mocktail journey. It all started with our Lavender Simple Syrup, which honestly sat in my fridge for days …
Spinach, But Make It Fancy: The Best Creamed Spinach Recipe
Growing up, spinach wasn’t exactly the MVP of my plate. I still remember my first encounter with it on a holiday table—overcooked, watery, and so unappealing that even gravy couldn’t …
Honey, I Glazed the Roasted Carrots! A Fancy Twist on a Simple Side
Fancy Honey-Glazed Roasted Carrots are the sort of dish that might sound like they belong on a five-star restaurant menu—and they are—but they’re also right at home on a casual …
Pumpkin Sage Soup That’s Rich, Savory, and Simply Delicious
The combination of pumpkin and sage is as old as time itself—or at least as old as my grandmother’s kitchen. Sage, with its slightly peppery and pine-like aroma, does wonders …
How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Purée You’ll Use All Year
There’s something about homemade pumpkin purée that just feels like fall wrapped up in a cozy kitchen. I’ve always found myself with a handful of pumpkins post-Halloween—thanks to my ambitious …
Savor the Harvest with Stuffed Acorn Squash
I always look forward to the end of summer and deep into fall when my winter squash are ready for harvest. Last year my vines outdid themselves, producing a bumper …
Sweet and Savory Roasted Honeynut Squash Magic
Want to know how I came up with this Roasted Honeynut Squash recipe? Well, you know how some people have a "tomato guy" or an "apple lady" at the farmer's …
3 Ideas for a Whimsical Kids Herb Garden
No matter the weather, my daughter wants to be outside all day long, running, jumping, and usually getting quite dirty. As a toddler, she is a total sponge and loves …
Spices vs. Herbs: An Introduction to Growing Your Own
Let's talk about spices and herbs. Or spices vs. herbs if you prefer, because there can be some serious debate around what's what. Admittedly, it gets a bit confusing, especially …
