Bread & Butter Pickles

Bread & Butter Pickles

These pickles became popular during the Great Depression when they were eaten in sandwiches with only butter because there was nothing else. But this year I decided to make these because they’re just so good! These pickles are sweet and crunchy with bursts of mustard Read more…

Ginger Bug – Want To Make Homemade Soda Pop?

Ginger Bug – Want To Make Homemade Soda Pop?

Ginger bug might be one of the culinary world’s best kept secrets. Holistic lifestyle enthusiasts who have not heard of it are also intrigued. It’s a fermented blend of ginger, sugar and water that carbonates your beverages. Additionally, your homemade soda is a lacto fermented Read more…

Home Canning Peaches

Home Canning Peaches

Like any fruit, peaches have to be ripe when you preserve them, but not too ripe.  If they are, they’ll fall apart and be mushy, so preserve them when they’re still slightly firm. Make the sugar syrup first.  This is a light one, but if Read more…