Basics, Budget, & Processed Food Replacements, Real Food Recipes, Soups & Stews

How to Make Homemade Chicken Stock or Broth

I know it’s getting into spring and who wants to think about hot soup or stock when the weather turns warm? But, making your own chicken stock is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your family. Broth is a highly nourishing food and should be eaten all the time, not...

April 3, 2011

Beef, Bison, & Lamb, Main Dishes, Real Food Recipes

Grass-fed Stout Beef Stew Recipe

I had some grass-fed beef stew meat that I needed to use up and knew I wanted a hearty beef stew, but I wanted to do something a little different. Adding beer to beef stew is pretty common, especially around St. Patrick’s Day. So, I decided to give it a whirl. The stew is very rich...

March 13, 2011

Chicken & Turkey, Gluten-Free and/or Grain-Free, Main Dishes, Real Food Recipes

Citrus Balsamic Chicken With Buttery Herb-Roasted Potatoes & Tomatoes Recipe

You are going to LOVE this citrus balsamic chicken with buttery herb roasted potatoes and tomatoes. It is one recipe that is sure to impress your loved ones and put a smile on their face as they dive into the flavorful dish. To be honest, I have always loved anything with a balsamic glaze, but I...

February 28, 2011

Food

Hey! Where’s the Whey? How to Make Whey

UPDATE 7/25/12: Since writing this post over a year ago, I have since stopped using whey in my ferments. You can read about why I decided to stop using whey as a ferment starter here. That said, whey still has an important place in my kitchen. It is very nutrient dense and extremely nourishing. Read...

February 23, 2011

Real Food Recipes

Weekly Recipe Wrap-Up – 02/19/11

Another week has passed! Whew! I was feeling pretty lazy this week, so honestly, I didn’t do much writing. I feel a little guilty, but I figure sometimes you need those days (or weeks in my case)! What new recipes did you discover this week? Below are some of the new ones I cam across....

February 19, 2011