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Put some fish in your garden

Did you know that Native Americans use to place a dead fish on every corn seed they planted for fertilizing the ground? The results were amazing to say the least. The Plymouth settlers were awestruck by the Native methods, how could rotting fish encourage the harvest to become so plentiful? There are several reasons why [...]

Eating healthy on a very tight budget

I recently heard a man call in to the nightly news program in regards to the failing economy. He mentioned that he lost his job and currently eats mainly lentils while his budget is tight. First of all I think it is sad and wrong that anyone in the world should have to be hungry. [...]

Garlic – Health Benefits – Fermented Garlic

Mmmm! Garlic, probably the chef’s best friend in the kitchen. I love to use garlic in everything I can think of and find that I use at least 5 cloves everyday to add to our food. Though, sauteed or roasted garlic are the popular preparation methods, I like to ferment my garlic in a quart [...]

Sauerkraut…Fermented Cabbage…Fermented Foods!

 

Sauerkraut, with cabbage, carrots & garlic

 

 

Sauerkraut seems to be an acquired taste for many. It is pungent and a rather odd texture. Perhaps knowing the health benefits of the traditional fermented cabbage, will give cooks the desire to make it and enjoy it!

Sauerkraut is a great source of naturally occurring, easily assimilated enzymes. When [...]