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Category Archives: Beverages
52 Weeks of Bad A** Bacteria – Week 26 – How to Make Water Kefir
I know, I know, another water kefir post? Didn’t you just post about water kefir recently, Jessica? Yes, yes I did. I know I just discussed water kefir a few weeks ago, but let me tell you. Fermenting in the Pickl-It jars has changed my water kefir life! I seriously cannot get enough of the… Continue Reading
52 Weeks of Bad A** Bacteria – Week 24 – Milk Kefir and Kefir Cream
Milk kefir (as opposed to water kefir) is something that I use somewhat regularly in my kitchen. I use milk kefir primarily for making homemade salad dressings, like my Better Than Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing, or for adding into smoothies for a probiotic kick. I also give it to the dogs over their food, because… Continue Reading
52 Weeks of Bad A** Bacteria – Week 23 – Water Kefir Revisited
About a year ago, I wrote about water kefir, so I’m not going to go into a lot of detail about what it is. For background information on water kefir, why it’s awesome, and a basic how-to and recipe, please check out my post, Water, Water, Everywhere, and Lots of Drops to Drink. I did,… Continue Reading
How to Make Your Own Coconut Milk
I cannot believe the price of coconut milk lately! For quite some time, I have purchased Native Forest Coconut Milk, because it was the only brand of coconut milk that I knew was BPA-free. I used to get mine through the Amazon.com Subscribe and Save program (which is awesome, BTW). At the time, I was getting a case of 12 cans… Continue Reading
52 Weeks of Bad A** Bacteria – Week 17 – Ferment The Nettle Harvest
UPDATE August 2012: Since Amanda shared this recipe on this site, I have switched my fermenting methods. I am no longer using Mason jars for my fermenting. I am using Fidos and Pickl-It jars. The recipe is easily converted over by simply replacing the Mason jar with a Fido or a Pickl-It. The rest of… Continue Reading
52 Weeks of Bad A** Bacteria – Week 16 – Citrus Ginger Beet Kvass Recipe
UPDATE 7/26/12: I no longer use whey as a starter for my ferments (learn why here). I also no longer use Mason jars for my ferments (learn why here). I use Fidos and Pickl-Its exclusively and the improvement in the taste and texture of my ferments is unbelievable! I encourage everyone to take a look at the information… Continue Reading
Fun Video Fridays – How to Add Coconut Oil to Smoothies Without Clumping
One of the questions that I get asked most often is how to add coconut oil to smoothies without it clumping. Nothing is more unappetizing then getting a hard chunk of oil stuck in your straw while you’re sipping on your smoothie. This fun, short video from Tropical Traditions shows us how it’s done!… Continue Reading
Nourished Living Network’s Valentine’s Day Progressive Dinner – Time to Break the Fast
Nourished Living Network’s Progressive Valentine’s Day Dinner continues today with breakfast! It’s the most important meal of the day and we’ve got some great recipes to get you going! I’m offering my Fruit and Nut Granola with Chia and Coconut. KerryAnn at Cooking Traditional Foods has Chocolate Crepes and Chocolate Grain-Free Donuts. Adrienne at… Continue Reading
Nourished Living Network’s Valentine’s Day Progressive Dinner – Drink Time!
This week, Nourished Living Network is having a Valentine’s Day Progressive Dinner Party! We kick off the party today with Valentine’s drinks. I am submitting my Peppermint White Hot Chocolate (perfect for cold winter days!). KerryAnn at Cooking Traditional Foods submits her Spicy Hot Chocolate to warm you up, while Jill at The Prairie Homestead submits her Peppermint Milkshake to help cool you off!… Continue Reading