Zesty Tofu Scramble
This Tofu Scramble will bring zing to your fajitas, burritos or taco salad. The bolder palette may use it as a substitution for scrambled eggs.
Head Lice Oil Recipe
Many years ago, my children came home from school with a case of head lice that caught our house in a stranglehold. I washed bed linens and towels so many times they started to fray. I threw out hats. I imprisoned favorite stuffed animals in plastic bags in the attic. I used every form of […]
Herbal Smoking Blend Recipe
For those who want to quit smoking tobacco, or those who are looking for a non-nicotine alternative to tobacco, this herbal smoking blend offers a heart and lung-healthy alternative. This blend can be hand-rolled into cigarettes, but my favorite way to smoke it is in a pipe I’ve dedicated to smoking herbal blends. The residual […]
Hot Mama Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe
Most of us grew up eating way too many boring egg salad sandwiches. I add some punch to this recipe to add flavor and lower cholesterol.
Frugal Fabric Softener Recipe
Fabric softener sold in stores contain a long list of chemicals that are difficult to pronounce. This recipe provides the same results with food grade vinegar and some nice smelling essential oils. I often add a few drops of this recipe onto a rag to clean windows and the washing machine itself. Store bought fabric […]
Conjunctivits or Pink Eye Infusion Recipe
Conjunctivitis, also known as Pink eye or Eye Flu, is an irritation or infection of the conjunctive membrane of the eye. I recently encountered it during a bout of flu. I used this recipe as an eye compress, although it could easily be used as an eye soak if you have an eye cup. Be […]
Moroccan Sun Tea
Summer is my favorite time to enjoy iced tea. This recipe is based on the sweet mint teas brewed in traditional Moroccan households to greet visitors and beat the heat. In Africa, gunpowder tea is brewed and flavored with spearmint or absinthe and then sweetened with copious amounts of sugar. This recipe hopes to honor the wisdom of using green tea and mint to cool the body but without quite as much sugar.
Teriyaki Tofu and Oyster Mushroom Recipe
Who can resist the savory taste of oyster mushrooms? This recipe takes only minutes to make and can be served over noodles, rice or steamed Asian dumplings. It makes about 2 servings. Ingredients 1/2 cup slivered parsnip root 1/2 cup chopped onions 1 tablespoon sesame or olive oil 1 cup cubed firm tofu 1/2 cup […]
Nettle and Hazelnut Pesto Recipe
Nettle is delicious in pesto and hazelnut brings an earthy compliment to this sauce. It makes about 2 cups. Ingredients 2 cups frozen or steamed nettle leaves 3/4 cup grated Parmesan 3/4 cup olive oil 5 chopped garlic cloves 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts Procedure Mix all ingredients together in a blender or food processor until […]
Steamed Vegetables with Dill Recipe
This is a tasty side dish that is flexible and takes only minutes to make. Try different vegetables each time you make this dish. Ingredients 3 cups fresh chopped vegetables (carrots, parsnips, radishes, broccoli, cauliflower or zucchini) 4 cups water 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill leaves or 2 tablespoons dried dill leaves 1 teaspoon garlic […]
Homemade Plant Fertilizer Recipe
Potted plants need extra nutrition since they are separated from the vital life forces that remake the soil from which garden plants benefit. This recipe may also be used to give garden plants a special boost when they are developing foliage. If you are lucky enough to have a freshwater fish tank or goldfish pond, […]
Sunburn Soother Herbal Blend
Sunburns always seem to take the victim by surprise. It just didn’t seem like it was either hot enough or you were outside long enough to get the sunburn. Fortunately, there is a simple recipe with easy to grow garden flowers to ease the suffering. A thin coat of Aloe Vera gel can be used to help speed healing after the Sunburn Soother has dried on the skin.