Food Articles

Basil Pesto Pasta with Potatoes and Green Beans

Pesto sauce is one of my favorite ways to use basil. Here’s a little background on basil and a recipe that combines pasta, potatoes, green beans and pesto sauce. Enjoy!

Interesting Ways to Use Coffee and Coffee Grounds

Uses for coffee grounds? Yes! For many, coffee is an essential part of every day life, but did you know there are other uses for coffee besides just drinking it? Read on to find out!

The Best Fats for Deep Frying Foods

Learn the best oil for deep frying foods and also learn whether common beliefs about fat, and cooking with fats, are actually truth, or myths. Let’s take a deep and greasy look!

How to Make a Delicious Sumac Tea (AKA Sumac Lemonade)

This sumac tea or sumac lemonade is a traditional beverage in the south, used to cool the body in extreme heat. The Native Americans also used sumac for several health benefits.

The Wonderful Health Benefits of Holy Basil (Tulsi)

The benefits of holy basil are well documented! Known also as Tulsi, it’s one of my favorite herbs. It is versatile and useful in cooking, herbal remedies, insect repellent, and more.

Mushroom are Delicious AND Have Health Benefits

Mushroom nutrition? Absolutely. Mushrooms are delicious, and can be healing both to our bodies and the soil regions where they grow. Some say mushrooms can heal the world!

A Naturally Sweetened Homemade Caramel Recipe

A homemade caramel recipe, because store bought caramel and caramel sauce are typically full of corn syrup, preservatives, stabilizers, and frankly, aren’t worth buying.

Watercress For Respiratory and Digestive Ailments

Watercress (nasturtium) is a peppery leafed plant related to broccoli, and is a great source of vitamins A, B, and C, as well as iron, calcium, zinc, and iodine.

Are the Herbs You’re Using Safe for Internal Use?

This partial list of herbs are considered UNsafe to use internally. Some have external applications, but ingestion is dangerous. Read descriptions carefully and consult your physician.

Methods for Drying (Dehydrating) Fruits and Veggies

Dehydrating fruit and vegetables is one of the best ways to preserve them, it’s easier than you think, and there are many different ways to do it. Let’s explore just how easy and fun it can be.

Sweet Potatoes and Yams, Is there a Difference?

Sweet Potato. Yams. Is there a Difference? Thankfully that question is easier to answer than what you may have heard in the past! Read on to discover the simple, yet unique differences.

How to Treat and Prevent Illness Naturally at Home

These natural home remedies to treat and prevent illness come from our own personal experience, are educational only, and should not be construed as medial advice.

Heart Health and Supportive Therapy With Plants

These plants, heart health, and a healthy circulatory system are based on supportive therapy. They support the health of the system, rather than taking direct action.

9 Remarkable Uses for Chamomile You Need to Try

Chamomile is a powerhouse medicinal herb. We’ve written about chamomile tea, and other uses for chamomile, now we share 9 more uncommon ways to use chamomile. Enjoy!

Tips for Finding the Right Herbalist School for You

Each herbalist school has something unique to offer, the key is finding the right fit to nurture your calling. Look until you find your best mentor then go, go, go!

Ways To Filter & Purify Water In The Great Outdoors

DIY water filter and purification methods while camping, hiking, etc. are very important. These tips will help you stay healthy and hydrated while enjoying the great outdoors.

A Delicious and Healthy Baked Pizza Rolls Recipe!

Who doesn’t love pizza rolls?! Pepperoni and cheese surrounded by that crispy crust–Mmm! This homemade version is delicious, and much healthier than the store-bought pizza rolls!

Fall Plants With Helpful Uses You Never Knew About

Some of my favorite fall plants can be useful in ways you never imagined. From asters and ragweed to mint, pumpkins, and more; don’t miss these uncommon tips.