The Herb Blurb – February 2023
Signs of early spring will begin to appear this month. Snowdrops, crocus, and daffodils will soon be peeking out, and we will experience the crazy […]
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Lemon Balm
Herb of the Month – Soothing Lemon Balm One of my favorite garden herbs, lemon balm has a wonderful lemon/mint scent, is easy to grow […]
Lemon Balm & Ginger Digestif
Makes one serving, multiply for more. 1 tsp. dried lemon balm ½ tsp fresh grated ginger root Pour 1 cup boiling water over the above […]
Fire Cider
Fire cider is reputed to boost energy, help to prevent colds and flus, ease sinus congestion, lower blood sugar, curb cravings, and aid digestion. 1 […]
Stuffed Acorn Squash
This is a satisfying and delicious dinner entrée. I have made it both with sausage and the vegetarian version. Great for using up leftover rice. […]
Winter Squash
Now is the time to feast on acorn, butternut, delicata, and spaghetti squash. Roasting winter squash whole is easy and super tasty. Recipe: 1 winter […]
Herb of the Month – Garlic
I know I have covered this before, but I feel garlic is the perfect herb for this January with the never-ending covid virus and the […]
Creamy Garlic Soup with Parmesan
I would avoid this for people on blood thinner medications or if they are scheduled for any type of surgery. Otherwise, a lovely, immune, and […]
Garlic Spread
Roasted garlic Butter Salt and pepper to taste Bring butter to room temperature. Squeeze out the roasted garlic and mash well with a fork. Season […]
Roasted Garlic
Antiviral, antibacterial, anti-fungal, great for the cardiovascular and immune system garlic is a true superfood. Make a couple extra and have on hand for garlic […]
The Herb Blurb – January 2023
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 […]
The Herb Blurb – December 2022
I love the holiday season for all of the long-treasured festivities. Mine include the sumptuous array at the Christmas Eve appetizer party followed by a […]