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
Spruce Tip Key Lime Pie Recipe
Where we live, there is certainly no shortage of coniferous trees! We love bringing a twig of pine or spruce into the house in the winter to scent it up - they are a great addition to my simmer pot. And, what about eating them? Spruce tips are fantastic, and very good for you too. Spruce tip key lime pie is an absolute delight for the taste buds. The combination of the refreshing spruce flavor with the tanginess of key lime creates a symphony of flavors that is simply irresistible. The ... Read the Post
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 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
Apple Kimchi Recipe
There are many different varieties of kimchi that can satisfy any craving from breakfast foods to meats. This tangy and spicy meal works well with all kinds of vegetables, and yes, even fruit. Add apples for an unusual—but delicious—twist on a classic Korean dish. The following is an excerpt from Black Trumpet by Evan Mallett. It has been adapted for the web. Denise gave me a 5-gallon ceramic “rot pot” for my birthday one year. I made my favorite crock pickle recipe from our garden’s ... Read the Post
Roasted Root Veggies with Pomegranate Drizzle Recipe (+ Garden Fries!)
Do you have an abundance of root veggies from your final fall harvest? Need a new way to jazz them up? Well, you’re in luck! This simple recipe for pomegranate drizzle adds just the right amount of “oomph” to your go-to roasted vegetable dish. The following recipe is from The Fruit Forager’s Companion by Sara Bir. It has been adapted for the web. Serves 4 as a side All fall and winter long, roasted vegetables are a go-to at our house. I can eat half a giant pan on my own. Finishing ... Read the Post
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