Nettle (Urtica dioica) is one of those plants that you’ve either fallen in love with using and have already gotten into your garden, or you are looking for where to harvest it. If you are just learning about it, it’s easy to brush up against it and get stung, that is...
Herbal vinegars are easy to make and can add a variety of flavors to your meals that will continue to surprise and amaze those who eat your food. Vinegar also enhances the nutrition of meals and pulls vitamins and minerals from herbs, fruits, and foods. Check out...
Have you ever seen lamb’s quarters? Sometimes this weed is called pigweed, sometimes it’s called goosefoot or lambsquarters. Most people just pull it out of their yards and gardens. But you’re missing out if you don’t know how to eat...
We have an epidemic of digestive problems, and the top-selling drugs are for indigestion complaints. Our overuse of antibiotics since the 1940s has resulted in digestive problems that have become generational. With this in mind, don’t underestimate the value of...
This all-purpose herbed salt helps tenderize food, making it more digestible. Benefit from the therapeutic effect of the herbs while adding a gourmet flair to your food. Rub it on fish, vegetables, and meats. Ingredients in All-Purpose Herbed Salt Salt Use the...
You’ve heard that prevention is the best medicine. Well, it really is true. Herbs work best for you if used in a preventive manner. It’s not just a question of, “What herb is good for a cold?” or “What do I take to get rid of my cough?” Prevention is a key piece that...
As the leaves drop, the dry winds of autumn can kick up tension and irritability in the body. The changing weather pattern calls for dishes that feel calm and grounded. These autumn roasted vegetables fit the bill. The seasonal vegetables and healthy fat make this...
Want to know the best way to increase your daily dose of herbal medicine? It’s all about infusing herbs into the kitchen staples that you use every day. You probably already use oil in your cooking, so let’s get some herbs into your oil! Infused with...
This Oregano Pesto recipe is a sneak peek into my online course, My Herbal Kitchen, a companion to my recipe book of the same name. Like the book, the course is brimming with helpful recipes, with additional video tutorials for bringing more herbal magic into your...
Oh, how I love homegrown chives! The zesty, slightly spicy flavor adds such pizazz to a variety of dishes, not just baked potatoes. Although who can resist the green sprinkles on top of sour cream? Some of my favorite dishes to add chives to are soups and root veggies...