By Amanda Rose | Peaches Plums Apricots
Just about every summer we luck into a case or two of extremely ripe peaches that must be used immediately. While we could make and eat a couple of dozen pies on the spot, it always seems more reasonable to freeze the peaches for future pies, cakes, and smoothies. Canning would certainly be an option, […]
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By Amanda Rose | Garden
If you are growing tomatoes, you are also going to be feeding tomato worms. Once you spot the damage getting started (stripped stems and chomped on green tomatoes), you need to patrol your garden at least once a day. These little rascals are so beautifully camouflaged to be unrecognized in the tomato plot that finding […]
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By Amanda Rose | Fun
The blast-from-the-past Pollan Painting series celebrates the release of Michael Pollan’s new book
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By Amanda Rose | Adventures , Antiques , Flavors of the Forest
Preschoolers are often easily entertained, as evidenced by our recent “Chamomile Tea Hike.” My 4-year-old did not realize that the same chamomile tea he loves to drink at night time is an easily found “weed” in many parts of California. The look of our local variety is distinct. After one identification, my son has come […]
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By Amanda Rose | Food Profiles , Tips
I have consumed more nopales this summer than I have in my entire life, primarily in smoothies like this one. It is a hydrating and nourishing vegetable. This vegetable portion of the cactus helps regulate blood pressure in addition to the nourishment it provides. Supplement companies are popping up with products centered around this food […]
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By Amanda Rose | Coconut
This basic recipe has become a go-to “candy” recipe in the house inspired by a recipe developed by Tropical Traditions. It combines coconut, peanuts, and chocolate to make an exceptional treat for all ages. Our children call it “candy” and prefer it over any other “candy” they might find out in the big, bad candy […]
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