These lacto-fermented "pickled" green beans make a tasty snack or finger-food. Kids, and adults, love them! They are a nutritious snack packed with probiotics for health and enzymes that enhance digestion. Lacto-fermented, or cultured, vegetables and condiments are a great way to get plenty of beneficial “good” bacteria … [Read more...]
Whey: What It Is and How to Get It
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Whey, also called milk plasma, is the watery part of milk remaining after the separation of the casein. The liquid is a by product of cheese making and contains lactose, vitamins, protein and minerals along with some traces of fat. Some Good Uses for Whey Whey is a good addition to shakes and smoothies to give a protein … [Read more...]
Easy Beef Jerky *
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Beef jerky makes a great snack and is a good source of protein. The only problem is just about all of the jerky you'll find in stores are made with nasty ingredients and low quality meat. This beef jerky is a cinch to make at home with a jerky gun and a food dehydrator....both of which are fairly in-expensive and are a … [Read more...]
Lacto-fermented “Pickled” Jalapeño Pepper Slices *
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Lacto-fermented, or cultured, vegetables and condiments are a great way to get plenty of beneficial "good" bacteria in your gut. You should have some form of lacto-fermented condiment or side with every meal. Proper gut health is so important to your overall health, as most diseases and health problems stem from poor health … [Read more...]
Butter: How to Make Homemade Butter (2 Ways)
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Homemade butter is one of the most delicious and nutritious things you can make for yourself and your family, especially when it comes from grass-fed raw cream. The nice thing is that making butter is so simple, and there are two easy ways to do so. One method is so easy, you can even get the kids involved....which is a lot … [Read more...]
