Deep Blue Sea Snack There are plenty of fish in the ocean, but did you know that half of the air that we breathe comes from this “blue lung” of the planet? Our symbiotic relationship with the ocean doesn’t stop there, in fact it starts with the ocean and the microorganisms called “stromatolites” from which […]
Herbs are a great way to flavor almost any food dish, but buying them at the store can be expensive. A more cost effective option that adds money to your pocket and flavor to your meals is to grow and dry your own herbs. It can also be tons of fun, especially if you have […]
Nothing makes me happier in my Rural Mom kitchen than to have fresh, wholesome ingredients on hand to whip up a gourmet delight. HelloFresh is company that apparently wishes to cater to our joy in the kitchen, because providing superior, sustainable foods with easy-to-follow gourmet recipes is exactly what they do! (You can check out my full review […]
Kitchen spring cleaning can be an overwhelming job. Basics like cleaning the oven are pretty simple. However, when you add washing out the cabinets and vacuuming behind the refrigerator it can be an all day job. This handy checklist will help you get started. The tips will help you take care of the job in […]
There’s very little prep or cooking savvy needed to prepare these highly-addictive and delicious grilled garlic herb sweet potatoes. I’ve been making them for years and they are always a hit at barbecue time, even with the kids or adults who normally wouldn’t opt to eat sweet potatoes. Trust me, there’s a huge difference […]
Once you’ve gone through all the effort to spring clean don’t you wish your home would stay that clean? It can. With a few new habits you can keep your home sparkling clean. 10 new habits for a clean house 1. Pick up after yourself. Much of the mess in your home is likely self inflicted. Do you […]
Soap making is a super fun and useful hobby. But making lye soap can be rather dangerous, so it’s not exactly suitable for children. However, that doesn’t mean that youngsters can’t get in on the soap making fun. There are other ways to make soap that are simpler and less hazardous. Here’s a recipe for […]
While most people associate bonsai with Japan, it probably originated in China. The word “bonsai” is a combination of the Chinese word for pot, “bon,” and “sai,” which means to plant. During the 8th century A.D., Chinese culture greatly influenced Japan, and this is probably when the Japanese adopted the art. Bonsai are meant to […]
Short on time and want to whip up a simple treat everyone will love? Banana pudding cups are always a sure-fire hit. The steps are effortless, but the end result will have your family or guests thinking you the day prepping. There one super simple secret to making instant banana pudding taste like homemade and […]
