Monthly Archives: August 2009

The Lost Art of Canning

By elizabeth | Published: August 15, 2009
Canning is a way of preserving your fruits and vegetables after the year’s harvest.   This is a folkloric activity that has been performed for generations, and is thought to be a lost art.  Our family tradition originally began in Sweden where my great-great grandmother canned out of necessity and then brought her techniques to America.  [...]
Posted in Gardening, Gluten Free, Herbs, Recipe, Seasonal Recipes, Vegan | 1 Comment

Fresh Herbal Bouquet

By elizabeth | Published: August 1, 2009
The aroma of fresh herbs will brighten up any room.  I like to create fresh and edible herb arrangements to use in the kitchen and as decoration.  Re-using your old glass pickle or salsa jars (really any jars you have) make a charming vase for your bouquet, and is an environmentally friendly way to recycle. [...]
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