The garden isn’t doing so great this year (and I’m pretty okay with taking a break). But our blueberry bushes are churning out blueberries like it’s their job (and, I guess it is!). We’ve frozen about 9 gallons of blueberries already! I have made this blueberry peach cobbler recipe many times so far this summer […]
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How to Preserve Basil (Freezing + More)
If you’re wondering how to preserve basil (including freezing basil), you’re in the right place! I am a huge fan of basil fresh from the garden. It has an amazing aroma and flavor. When it’s added fresh from the garden to your favorite dish it’s quite a treat. I love adding it to AIP pizza […]
Homemade Pesto (Paleo with AIP Option)
Homemade pesto is one of my favorite paleo sauces because it makes a boring dish way more interesting. But because I am currently on an AIP diet, I made a variation for that diet as well. This recipe is also Whole 30 compliant so it works for a lot of eating choices. I have about […]
How to Harvest Herbs for Drying and Storing
As you probably know, I prefer to grow my herbs whenever possible. This is because homegrown herbs are fresher and more potent than ones that have to be shipped from across the country. If you also love growing your own herbs, you likely need to know how to harvest herbs for drying and I’m going […]
Bug Bite Balm Recipe: A Natural Bug Bite Remedy
Looking for my bug bite balm recipe? Find it below! As I’ve mentioned in my natural bug spray recipe post, My oldest daughter is a magnet for mosquito bites. Not only that, but she also swells up far more than anyone else! So, I needed to find a solution for helping soothe bug bites and […]
Homemade Bug Spray (That Really Works!)
If you know me, you know that I enjoy making homemade products like deodorant and face wash, so it should be no surprise that I have developed my own homemade bug spray recipe too! I found out early on in parenthood that my oldest daughter was irresistible to mosquitos. I had to slather her in […]