The Herb Blurb – January 2022
Happy New Year to you! Would be lovely to say we are leaving all the problems of 2021 behind, but it seems several of them […]
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Pine Needle, Epsom Salt Foot Bath
Soothe those aching feet with this easy, fragrant indulgence. A handful of fresh pine needles ½ cup Epsom salts 10 drops pine essential oil (optional) […]
Ricotta, Gorgonzola and Honey Spread
Tasty, easy, and great for parties. Ingredients 1-15 oz container ricotta cheese 6 oz gorgonzola cheese crumbled ½ tsp dried thyme ½ tsp dried rosemary […]
Ginger Simple Syrup
2/3 cup of grated ginger root 1 cup water 2 cups sugar Put all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Simmer for […]
The Herb Blurb – December 2021
Hoping to find you all safe and well as this crazy year winds up. Instead of succumbing to the onslaught of marketing and charging up […]
Sage Molasses Glaze
Use the sauce to glaze turkey breasts, chicken, Cornish hens, pork chops, roast or ham. 1/2 cup molasses 1/4 cup red onion, minced 4-6 tablespoons […]
The Herb Blurb – November 2021
As we move into winter and the holiday season make a promise to yourself to stay above the fray. It is so easy to get […]
Corn Chowder
Corn Chowder – 4-6 servings This is a hearty meal for a cold night. I like to serve it with the above salad and some […]
Winter Salad
My Favorite Winter Salad – serves 3-4 Open to whatever other veggies you want to throw in here, but this is my favorite combo. 4 […]
Immune Boosting Soup
This is my template for a soup I use throughout the cold and flu season. I always make enough to freeze and have on hand […]
The Herbalist’s Happy Hour – Crafted Cocktails and Tapas from the Garden
The Herbalist’s Happy Hour Crafted Cocktails and Tapas from the Garden For thousands of years, people have connected with plants for food, medicine, home, and […]
The Herb Blurb – September/October 2021
Yes, it still feels like summer but fall is fast approaching. Enjoy harvest festivals, turning leaves in the mountains, farmer’s markets overflowing with garden produce, […]