Making your own peanut butter is one of those simple, back-to-basics kitchen skills that can really make a difference. With this easy method, you end up with a creamy spread that tastes richer and fresher than anything you’ll find at the grocery store, at a fraction of the price. If you’ve never tried it before,…
If you’ve ever enjoyed a chilled glass of agua de jamaica (hibiscus tea), you’re going to love this fizzy twist — Roselle Hibiscus Soda. This homemade soda is naturally fermented, full of probiotics, and has a tart, floral flavor that strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. It’s a healthier alternative to sugary sodas and a fun way…
How to Make Fresh Roselle Hibiscus Tea (Agua de Jamaica) Here in Louisiana, I’m lucky enough to be able to grow Roselle Hibiscus, a beautiful and delicious flowering hibiscus plant. The fresh hibiscus flowers are stunning—and they’re also incredibly useful. One of my favorite ways to use them is to make a flavorful, tangy, and…
How I Make and Can Tomato Sauce with the Water Bath Method There are few things more satisfying than opening a jar of tomatoes in the middle of winter, spooning out their rich, sweet flavor, and tasting the sunshine of summer all over again. For me, canning tomatoes has become one of those seasonal rhythms…
Blackberry Jam Water Bath Canning Recipe Every summer, our little blackberry patch by the house bursts with fruit. My family and I love walking outside and picking fresh blackberries almost daily during harvest season. Once we’ve collected enough, I turn some of them into jars of delicious jam to enjoy all year. Sometimes I freeze…
The Creamiest Homemade Blueberry Mint Ice Cream (Custard-Style) A fresh twist on a summer classic—this rich custard ice cream gets its beautiful color and cool flavor from fresh blueberries and mint. There’s something magical about the flavor of mint paired with blueberries. This homemade blueberry mint ice cream is a cool, creamy treat that hits…
The Creamiest Homemade Blueberry Ice Cream (Custard-Style) Bursting with fresh blueberry flavor, this homemade ice cream is the perfect summer treat. If you’ve never made homemade ice cream before, let me tell you—it’s one of those favorite things that turns a regular summer day into something special. And this creamy blueberry ice cream is hands-down…
Refreshing Blueberry Mint Lemonade for Summer DaysA cool and colorful lemonade recipe that’s bursting with fresh flavor When the warmer weather rolls in, there’s nothing better than a tall glass of homemade lemonade to cool you down. And if you’re looking for something a little more special than plain lemon and sugar, this blueberry mint…
Fresh Blueberry Compote (Easy, Delicious & Made with Just a Few Ingredients!) I love blueberry season in Louisiana—when fresh blueberries are overflowing at the farmers market or ripening by the handful in your backyard. This easy blueberry compote recipe is one of the best ways to capture the flavor of the blueberries and turn them…
Homemade Mint Lemonade Recipe: The Perfect Summer Drink When the hot summer days roll around, I love to have a refreshing drink by my side. Even better if the ingredients are fresh! One of my absolute favorite drinks for these sun-drenched afternoons is a homemade mint lemonade recipe—a great way to blend the tartness of fresh lemon juice with the…