Vegetables
The Potato salad we eat on repeat this summer
I made my first attempt at pickles recently, complete with lots of spices, raw garlic, and fresh jalapenos. They taste great but were not as crunchy as I like. They do however work perfectly as a relish in my favorite potato salad this summer. We have been eating it on repeat. I love being able to use less mayonnaise and adding lots of flavor. Start… Read More »The Potato salad we eat on repeat this summer
Family Receipes
One of your greatest inspirations is the family recipe box or book. If you are lucky enough to have yours, then celebrate. If not go in search of those family favorites! Ask relatives to share what they have. Collect as many as you can and then spend time exploring the same recipes that you grew up loving. One of my favorite gifts ever was a… Read More »Family Receipes
Who Loves Who
Companion Planting allows us to use the collective wisdom of those who have come before us to teach us which plants benefit from growing together. One great example of the is The Three Sisters, Corn, Pole Beans, and Squash. According to The Farmers Almanac, there are many benefits to planting certain plants together. Large plants provide shade for smaller plants. Large stalked plants provide support… Read More »Who Loves Who
3 Sisters
Native Americans planted Corn, Beans, and Squash together and referred to them as the three sisters. This companion planting has been done for centuries by many Native American tribes. According to The Farmers Almanac, each of the sisters contributes something to the planting. Together, the sisters provide a balanced diet from a single planting. Corn the older sister, offers the Beans support. The Pole Beans… Read More »3 Sisters
100-Year-old Relish
From an old Native American Recipe I first had this relish at my Aunt Nancy’s who is a chef. It was a surprise to me, as I don’t like bell peppers. Now I make this every year as the weather starts to change and fall is on my mind. 1 Large Onion diced 1 Large Bell Pepper diced 1 Cup Sugar 1 cup White Vinegar… Read More »100-Year-old Relish
Sowing Seeds Metaphoriclly & Literally
This month we cover planting seeds and Inspiration board creation. Come join the fun!
Planting Seeds
This last year I started a seed bank for The Butterfly Hill. Little did I know what a project it would be. From collecting, to drying, and then safely storing them has become quite the task. Check preservation @ https://thebutterflyhill.com/seed-preservation/ Now that the new year is upon us, I think about planting seeds. Getting the soil ready, check out soil prep here: https://thebutterflyhill.com/soil/ What to… Read More »Planting Seeds