By Amanda Rose | Garden
If you are going to the work of having a garden, you might as well get the added benefit of tossing a little surprise or two in there. Nature has provided us with many opportunities to marvel at the world of vegetables. Heirloom vegetables tend to be more nutritious than their newer counterparts, a point […]
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By Amanda Rose | Lavender
My boys are avid lemonade fans. Frederick (now 12 years old) makes his own blends as his younger brother (5) looks on and waits patiently. Just to mix it up a bit, I’ve introduced them to lemonade flavors and we find most of those flavors in our own backyard. Luckily, many flavors sit well with […]
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By Amanda Rose | Nettle
I am so excited to report a natural remedy for a nettle leaf rash: the wild green called “lamb’s quarters.” Here in California, lamb’s quarters grows wild along with nettle at some elevations and as I was about to trek into a stand of both, one of my son’s teacher’s said, “If the nettle gets […]
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By Amanda Rose | Salmon
Canned salmon is loaded with vitamins, minerals, and healthy Omega 3 fatty acids. It is priced for budgets and convenient to use, allowing you to benefit from these nutrients far more often than you would a fresh salmon. As you shop for canned salmon, consider the quality and price as well as whether it was […]
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By Amanda Rose | Dairy
Milk and dairy products in general are considered the most important foods for calcium intake because the calcium in milk is among the best absorbed and because milk contains a host of other nutrients that are beneficial to your health. However, milk consumption has declined in the United States as people seek to reduce calories […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Hot Side Dishes , Recipes
Brown rice can be a challenge to cook and so many cooks give up on it. This recipe makes a brown rice side dish you can be proud of. The seasonings and the bone broth build a robust flavor that will delight the whole family. Serve as a side dish or top it with something […]
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