Mango chutney is a tangy condiment that goes well with Indian curries and other dishes. Making your own can be very satisfying as well as tasty, and if you use fair trade ingredients, it can be even more satisfying. You can give this as a Christmas or housewarming gift, too. For 4 cups of fair trade mango chutney, you will need the following ingredients, fair trade certified: 4 pounds fresh, ripe mangoes (about 4) 1/4 cup candied ginger, chopped (use fresh, peeled ginger if ... Read the Post
How to Make Your Own Fairtrade Mango Chutney
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Compost is the key to a lush, abundant garden. Do you know how to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into fragrant, crumbly, plant food? If not, your garden is missing out, and you are missing out on one of the most exciting and profound lessons organic gardening has to teach: the simple fact that in the circle of life, all waste is food. Learn the basics of making compost from four-season gardening guru Eliot Coleman, and open a new door into the joy of growing your own food. Keep checking ... Read the Post
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I absolutely adore the experience of baking bread with my children. It's a cherished activity that not only nurtures our bond but also cultivates a love for the culinary arts at a young age. Witnessing their enthusiasm as they measure ingredients, knead the dough, and shape it into beautiful loaves brings me immeasurable joy. There's a magical transformation that occurs when the warmth and aroma of freshly baked bread begin to permeate our home. It's an enchanting symphony of ... Read the Post