If you are a regular reader of my blog, then you know that we love being outside, and bringing the oudoors indoors. And of course, we love cooking! When it comes to cooking, there is something incredibly satisfying about using ingredients that you have foraged yourself. And one such ingredient that adds a unique and delightful flavor to dishes is fir. Foraging for fir not only allows you to connect with nature but also opens up a world of culinary possibilities. The distinct aroma and taste of ... Read the Post
Cooking with Fir: A Taste of the Holidays
Holiday Cookies with a Koji Twist
We love baking during the holiday season! And as a mom, I love it even more when the baking is done with healthy ingredients. During the holiday season, one of the most delightful treats to indulge in is a freshly baked batch of cookies. And when these cookies are made with koji, they reach a whole new level of deliciousness. Koji, a traditional Japanese ingredient used in the fermentation process, adds a unique and complex flavor profile to the cookies. Its umami notes enhance the sweetness ... Read the Post
How to Outsmart the Winter Blues and Stay in Good Spirits
While some families are cozied up, planning their holly jolly heartwarming Christmas traditions, there are those who face the season with a bitter chill of loneliness. Childhood memories of all the holiday cheer, from sparkling presents to warm embraces, can leave you feeling the winter blues if you are unable to recapture them this year. The holiday season is more than just shiny presents or raging parties; it's about the people we cherish and the memories that we create with them. If ... Read the Post
How to Use Essential Oils for Congestion
If you have been reading my blog for a while, you will know that I am a huge fan of essential oils. Today I'd like to talk about the treatment of congestion. Essential oils are amazing for treating congestion and other lung issues and ailments. Essential oils are also incredibly versatile and can be used topically to address skin problems. For instance, a few drops of lemon balm or chamomile oil can be used to reduce inflammation and soothe redness. Additionally, wild orange oil can be used ... Read the Post
How to Make a Basic Miso Paste
There are reasons that miso has become ubiquitous around the world: It’s versatile, relatively inexpensive, and can be made in a range of flavors you’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. And better yet, you can even make miso at home! The following is an excerpt from Koji Alchemy by Jeremy Umansky and Rich Shih. It has been adapted for the web.Feature Photo by Andrew Wang An Ultimate Application Mindset When it comes to applications, amino pastes have way ... Read the Post
Essential Oils for Bug Bites
Are you looking for a natural solution for treating bug bites? I was never able to use bug repellent that contained harsh chemicals. The smell was horrible, and not only that, but putting it on my children's bodies didn't feel right to me. Essential oils have always played a big role in my life, but once I had children, I began researching ways to use oils for a natural bug repellent. This naturally led to me also reading up on how to treat bug bites naturally. The resulting journey was ... Read the Post
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