“There are two main fig varieties found in Mississippi: Celeste and Southern Brown Turkey. Celeste is the most common variety found in the state. It is generally small, pear-shaped, light brown to violet-bronze with a pink pulp and has a sweet taste. Southern Brown Turkey figs are medium-sized with light brown skin and a mild,…
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Tea Tree Essential Oil – Health Benefits and Blends for Your Diffuser
There are many health benefits from the Tea Tree Essential Oil. Among those benefits, Tea Tree Oil is good for issues with the skin & hair. I use it to help manage my psoriasis. The following is a list other health benefits of Tea Tree Essential Oil. The list was created by Google ai: Anti-inflammatory…
Lemon Essential Oil – Light and Squeaky Clean – A Squeeze of Fresh Air – Health & Other Benefits
I’m a Southerner. I eat lots of fresh lemons. When I eat fried catfish, I douse my catch with lemons. [Fried Catfish Image Credit: The Cookful And when I drink iced tea, I load it up with some kind of sweetener, and at least 2 slivers of fresh, squeezed lemon. [Image credit for the iced…
Cedarwood Essential Oil – A Warm, Woodsy Fragrance – Health Benefits & Recipes for Blending Oils
“Cedarwood essential oil has a strong, woody scent with a variety of undertones, including citrus, balsamic, and camphorous. Some say it has a dry, resinous character, while others describe it as soft, fresh, and natural. Cedarwood oil can also be slightly sweet and spicy, and some say it’s reminiscent of pencil shavings, cigar boxes, or…
Oh! How I Love Roses! – I Grow Them, I Paint Them, I Make Them with My Textile Art, and Today, I’m Making Rose Potpourri
Today, I searched for my recipes for rose potpourri, and in doing so, my computer reminded me of how many times I write about roses. You see, I grow roses in my garden, and I paint them: The Last Rose of Summer Jacki Kellum Traditional Watercolor Painting Painted in 2018 – Sold I make all…
Marshmallow Magic – How to Make & Dehydrate Homemade Marshmallows – Flavor Them Any Way – Try Peppermint Plus!
Today is only the middle of August, but Christmas is on its way and I’m ready to try making some new treats. Making and dehydrating peppermint marshmallows is at the top of my Christmas-making list, but I want to make my own flavored marshmallows for that. The following looks like a good recipe to try…
Getting Ready for Apple Time – Recipes, How to Dehydrate Them, & Using an Apple Corer and Peeler
It is only two weeks until September, and September is when I celebrate Apples. First, most childeren return to school in September — and Apples are symbollically linked to teachers and schools. Second, September is the month of the birthday of the USA’s Folk Hero Johnny Appleseed: I’ve recently gotten two new toys: a Cosori…
Cosori Stainless Steel Food, Herb, & Flower Dehydrator – How to Use & Recipes
Cosori Stainless Steel Dehydrator After years of waiting to take the plunge, I have finally purchased a Dehydrator — Visions of Dried Fruits Dance in My Head! I might even make some beef jerky–who knows? I know that I’ll dehydrate herbs & vegetables. Today, I am learning all about my new dehydrator, and I thought…
You Gotta Buy an Instant Pot & Its Accessories – Plus Recipes
Six weeks ago, I bought q 3 Quart Instant Pot Mini Duo Plus, and I am ready to say that it is one of my favorite purchases for my kitchen, Note: I am single, and a 3 Quart Model is Perfect for me, but if I had a family, I would buy the 6 quart….
How to Make Sourdough Starter
Sourdough Starter: Dissolve 1 pkg. yeast in 1/2 cup water. Add- 2 cups flour, 1tsp salt, 3Tbl sugar, 2cups warm water. Mix all well and cover with cloth. Let stand 72 hours. Stir 2-3 times daily. Then refrigerate. Let stand at room temperature one hour before using To feed- Every 3 to 4 days –…