Yes a Maple Queen can Love Honey too Yes, folks know me as the “Maple Queen,” but first of all that was never a self-imposed title. (Y’all know I would only call myself the Queen of Mishaps. 😉 ) And second of all, a girl can have a second love when it comes to all-natural […]
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Looking for a link to order Sweet Maple? Look no further, order on amazon right here. (affiliate link) Or go here for a peek inside the book–including some yummy recipes! So I did these things… A few days ago I did this thing… and then another thing… While they seemed unrelated at the time yet,
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“So what do I need if I want to make syrup?” Folks often ask me what tools and equipment they need if they’re starting to explore how to make syrup in the backyard. While all you really need is a tap, a bucket to hold the sap, and a pot to boil the syrup, there
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It’s no secret. I’m that crazy kombucha lady. Y’all know I love kombucha. I sure have written enough about it… from my Lilac Blueberry kombucha to my second ferment made with roses and berries. From a cost analysis of what it costs me to make every 1/2 gallon I brew, to this crazy thing I
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This DIY salad dressing should be on everyone’s table! DIY salad dressing has been a staple in my kitchen for years. But I’m thrilled when I find a new one to add to my repertoire. When it also improves gut health? Well, I have to share! Cause you all know how I’ve been obsessed with
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I’m a pretty big fan of cauliflower. And probiotics. So I finally–reluctantly–put the two together and tried to ferment cauliflower. I should say, right up front, I’ve never even considered fermenting any vegetables. Cause well, there’s sauerkraut. I despise sauerkraut. So I was pretty sure I would despise all fermented veggies.
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Most folks don’t know they can substitute maple syrup for sugar in recipes. So I’m sharing a conversion chart today to help you do just that. (Read on.)
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It’s silly, I know. But it’s hard for me to not feel “guilty” when I eat this guilt-free homemade ice cream. And if you need a good ice cream maker (I mean honestly everyone should have one), when you look at this craziness you can make it happen! (Seriously, this is the best ice cream
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We need a painless, simple Graduation Party. Here are my tips that helped us pull it off… First, a little bit about the gal behind the party… (Scroll to the list below if you just want the quick tips.) Kayla is my third of four daughters. She’s my full-blown Ag Girl who could work circles
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Y’all know I love a great tree. And a great story. Last night I stumbled upon both. In one. We had dinner in a beautiful port town of New Hampshire. Portsmouth, NH, is a historic seaport and popular little patch of quaintness on the Piscataqua River that beckons summer tourists. But I wonder how many folks miss the
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