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Turning Wild Plants Into Life-Saving Ingredients
This article may seem like a strange one, but stay with me here. Did you know that you can make flour from a number of common plants, not just wheat? Perhaps you're wondering why this is even a topic worth learning about. In an emergency or crisis situation, you may need to know what you can substitute for flour and how to do it.
By Rootbound Homestead12 months ago in Feast
The Miracle of Three Fish and a Can of Beans
Food has always been more than mere sustenance; it’s a bridge to history, a symbol of resilience, and a testament to faith. The dish I call The Miracle of Three Fish and a Can of Beans is rooted in both personal experience and a biblical inspiration—the story of Jesus feeding the multitudes with five loaves and two fish. For me, this recipe is more than a meal; it represents survival, resourcefulness, and the unshakable belief that even the smallest provisions, when used wisely, can be enough.
By T. E. Door12 months ago in Feast
A Waft of Memories. Runner-Up in A Taste of Home Challenge.
A Waft of Memories D. A. Ratliff A waft of ginger greeted me as I entered my neighborhood bakery. A batch of freshly baked ginger cookies sat on the counter, waiting to be placed in the case. The spicy aroma lured me inside, and I ordered a dozen cookies before they left the baking tray. After making my purchases, I returned to my car and grabbed a cookie out of the bag.
By D. A. Ratliff12 months ago in Feast
The Best EVER Chippy Chips
A few years ago, at the start of the Ukraine war, when the price of vegetable oil and electricity went through the roof, the culinary world of the North of England quaked with fear. Community social media groups lit up, cosy weekend-in marital conversations soured, and parents mournfully lamented the tragic possibility that the price of a chippy tea might go up.
By Caroline Jane12 months ago in Feast
My Mom's Stroganoff. Honorable Mention in A Taste of Home Challenge.
Most people have a favorite comfort food they like to eat. It can be a sweet dessert, chocolate, mashed potatoes, just about anything from Thanksgiving dinner. Some dishes are cultural, something that reminds them of family and home. Others are just for the taste or mouth feel of the food item. I know when my husband is having an off day, he wants macaroni and cheese. A perennial favorite with kids and adults alike. You can never do wrong with the orange-yellow noodle-y goodness.
By Barb Dukeman12 months ago in Feast
My Mom's Picadillo
One of the things I hate most about recipes online is the long story that comes before it. The entire history of where the ingredients for a butter cake come from, the author’s entire food-on-the-road blog, or everything that’s happened in the world since it was formed. A lot of advertisements floating around the sides or in between the text. Then follows the general ingredients, and more dialogue. A few photos. THEN you get the recipe measures and directions. If you want the recipe, skip right to the end below. I promise not to tattle on you.
By Barb Dukeman12 months ago in Feast
The Surprising Thing Garlic Can Do To Your Liver
The foods we eat have an impact on our liver health. The liver performs a variety of vital tasks for our body, such as eliminating toxins from our blood and controlling hormones, blood sugar, and cholesterol. An improperly functioning liver can result in numerous major health problems.
By Rootbound Homesteadabout a year ago in Feast
Celebrating… Coconut Cake!
“You'll Always Find Me In The Kitchen At Parties” is an outrageous lie! Whilst I liked the 1980’s quirky song by Jona Lewie — and I love food — I loathe cooking! Parties = People. When push comes to shove, I will always choose fraternising over food. You might find me in the kitchen at some parties, chatting as I roll up my sleeves to splash around in the sink. I’m never alone and definitely not hiding out in the kitchen! Abhorrent thought!
By Angie the Archivist 📚🪶about a year ago in Feast
