Tag Archives: herbs

Top 26 Herbal Supplements You’re Not Taking

Posted on October 3, 2021 by Cat

This list is from an ebook by Jason Prall (awakenedcollective.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Top-26-Herbs-ebook_9-23-21.pdf). See his eBook (pdf) for the benefits of each herb; for some, I’ve added benefits of interest to me, in parenthesis. I may add more information about each, as I … Continue reading →

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Lacto-fermented Onions

Posted on October 11, 2017 by Cat

By Cat, Oct 2017 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons; and below from Pickl-it (4)) A friend just gave me a bunch of onions and shallots from her garden, more than I can eat before they go bad, so I’ve decided … Continue reading →

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Bone Broth, Crockpot Method

Posted on June 11, 2017 by Cat

by Cat, June 11, 2017 (image, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I’ve always made my stocks/broths in a stockpot on stovetop. But I will soon be doing a dietary protocol to help me heal from an autoimmune disorder, that requires drinking … Continue reading →

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Flor-Essence or Essiac medicinal tea: instructions for making

Posted on May 25, 2017 by Cat

By Cat, May 25, 2017 Another name for this tea is Essiac; it is also available commercially, but I buy a similar herb mix at Swan Valley Herbs in Bigfork, and make my own tea at home. The method is a … Continue reading →

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Chinese Herbal Teas: Instructions for making

Posted on May 25, 2017 by Cat

By Cat, May 25, 2017 These instructions are from the Aurora Benevolent Healing Center, Bernie Bayard, ND., L. Ac.,  my naturopath/acupuncturist  when I lived in Portland OR. I have not been to that office since I moved to my Montana … Continue reading →

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Roast: Reverse-Sear Method (About)

Posted on December 19, 2015 by Cat

By Cat, Dec 2015 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) This Christmas I’m going to try the reverse-sear method for a leg of lamb, but the method is also applicable to beef, venison or buffalo (lower oven temperature by 25°F for buffalo). It is … Continue reading →

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Raw Tomato & Avocado Soup (Cold)

Posted on March 17, 2015 by Cat

By Cat, March 2015 (Source of image, right, unknown) I learned about this soup when I took the 7-day juice fast at the Wellness Education Center (WEC) in Kalispell MT (1); it is a recommended soup for the first night … Continue reading →

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Crème Caramel or Flan (About)

Posted on January 28, 2015 by Cat

By Cat, Jan 2008 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Puddings Menu; 2. Caramelized Sugar: Caramel, Toffee & Butterscotch (About); 3. Unrefined sugars Includes: 1. Crème caramel or flan notes; 2. Detailed method for making crème caramel, or flan Crème caramel is a … Continue reading →

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Herb Bread (Yeast-Risen)

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Cat

By Cat, November, 2007; revised August 2008; updated May 2014 (Photo, right, from Univ. of Maryland) Includes: 1. Herb Bread, original version; 2. Herb Bread with Overnight Sponge method; 3. Testing, including a sprouted flour version See also: 1. Bread Basics (Yeast-Leavened … Continue reading →

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Green Mayonnaise (Green Goddess Dressing)

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, Nov 2007 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: Mayonnaise; Creamy Salad Dressings & Marinades; This recipe is from The Vegetarian Epicure, Book 2 by Anna Thomas, and makes about 1 1/2 cups.  It will keep, refrigerated, for up to 2 … Continue reading →

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