By Amanda Rose | Garlic
It is so convenient to pull powdered onion or garlic off the shelf to add to soups and sauces but the quality of the powder is not always what you would hope. For improved quality and potentially as a cost-savings, you should consider making your own. I realize this is one of those tasks in […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Chili
“Taco Meat” is the name we have given this savory ground beef recipe that we use in a variety of ways. Certainly, this meat is great right inside of a taco. However, we also pile it on black beans and then top all with a fresh tomato salsa. One of our favorite uses is what […]
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By Amanda Rose | Chili
Here in California it seems we are always whipping up “taco meat” for salads, casseroles, and even for the occasional taco. It’s a staple flavoring and is always best made at home with fresh ingredients. There is really no better way to add flavor to your food than with a fresh spice. Mixing your own […]
Continue readingBy Amanda Rose | Turmeric
We’re all about turmeric these days and after a popular post on making turmeric tea from fresh turmeric (here), we’ve been asked a number of times for a tea recipe that uses turmeric powder. Of course, you can check out our turmeric milk recipe (here) and simply add water instead of milk, but we’ve got […]
Continue readingBy Amanda Rose | Turmeric
Turmeric is fast becoming a popular remedy for just about everything that ails you. I became an avid enthusiast on a trip to Kauai when I actually had access to the fresh root for the first time. I was recovering from a drastic dermatological procedure and it was not the optional sort — I had […]
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By Amanda Rose | Turmeric
My poor face has needed a lot of help lately and so I bring out the big guns: a turmeric face mask. Yes, it’s very orange but luckily does not stain your skin, at least it hasn’t stained mine. It may well scare your children, as my five year old can attest. (His face wrinkled […]
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