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Everyday Porridge – Gluten Free

In order to simplify meals in our house, for breakfasts and snacks we make up a warm bowl of gluten free porridge. Having the same thing for breakfasts may seem boring but in reality it is a comfort that never leaves me wondering “what will I make for breakfast today”? My dear husband prefers his [...]

Gluten-Free Coconut Granola

Normally, for breakfast and snacks I eat my Everyday Porridge recipe but occasionally I sneak a small bowl of my hubby’s gluten-free granola. Here is a recipe I perfected for him since he dose not care for porridge. He likes it warm out of the oven with milk. As always, feel free to adapt and [...]

Making Milk (Even Raw Milk) Easier to Digest

While doing some research on Ayurvedic health, I came across some interesting ideas in regards to the most digestible way of drinking milk. Ani and I are now drinking our goat Zipporah’s milk. I am only milking about a 1/2 pint per day because I am only milking her in the mornings and her little [...]

Gluten-Free Chicken Nuggets Recipe

 

Gluten-Free Chicken Nuggets

Here is a fun gluten-free treat to make for lunches or quick grab snacks. Put on your apron and put you little one up to the counter, these nuggets are easy and tasty! Always feel free to adapt and create your own variety of this recipe.

In a large bowl mix together:

1 pound [...]

Just obtained our first goat!

I’ve neglected my blog the past week because I’ve been busy, preparing fencing, stalls, and feed for the new members of our homestead. Our friend Eric gave us a nanny Pygmy/Nubian goat and her 2 day old Norwegian Dwarf/Pygmy/Nubian buck.

 

Zipporah & Baby Goat

 

 

After a few days getting use to her new surroundings, Zipporah and [...]

Another Reason to Drink Sheep Milk

Years ago I remember reading Sally Fallon’s comment in Nourishing Traditions regarding drinking goats milk on a regular basis. She spoke of the lack of folic acid (also known as folate) and vitamin B12 contained in goats milk compaired to cows milk. While reading that statement I remember thinking… “what about sheep’s milk?” 

Well Fallon was [...]

Best Breed for Sheep Milk

Like all livestock, every sheep breed can be milked, however, there are several types of sheep that produce more milk than others. The East Friesian breed, originating in Germany is considered the highest preforming milk breed in the world. Along side the Friesian, the Awassi breed in the Middle East region produces large amounts of [...]

Traditional Cultures and Facial Structure

 

Woman from Guyana, South America

 My sister Angie is currently in Guyana with the Peace Corps. She sent me this photo, whom I believe is the wife of her host family. As soon as I saw the photo I was struck by her high check bones, her straight teeth and the fact that she is [...]

Drinking Sheep vs. Goat Milk

 

Feeding "Naomi" California Reds

 

I love sheep, I can’t deny it! I love how much they depend on their master for all their needs. I love their floppy ears and their beautiful “fluff” coats. I love sheep cheese, though I have never tasted their raw milk. It is my dream to have a few sheep [...]

10 things to always have in the fridge/freezer

Stock, beef or chicken stock for soups, stews, sauces and to drink as a healing gelatin and mineral rich tea.
Butter, unsalted, preferrably from grassfed cows if you can afford it. Plain butter is better than no butter. Ani will eat it by the stick if I let her….a spoonful or two is a better size. [...]

My 10 Healthiest Foods

Raw milk, from a cow, goat or sheep
Free Range Eggs
Cultured and fermented foods and beverages, Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Kombucha, Kefir, Yogurt etc.
Homemade bone stock
Homegrown vegetables and fruit
Healthy fats such as real butter, coconut oil, cod liver oil, etc
Fresh fish
Range free, grassfed beef, lamb, bison, elk, etc.
Soaked grains and seeds.
Dark chocolate