Herb Magick Part 1 and 2 with Jacqueline DuBois
A wonderful message from a lovely friend. Herb Magick part 1 Herb Magick part [ ...click to read more ]
November 2012
Homemade Herbal Cough Drops
The cold and flu season is upon us, and sooner or later we’ll wake up with a scratchy throat. The next time you’re in a pharmacy, read the ingredients on a package of cough drops. 90% sugar, food coloring, a drop of menthol, and preservatives. Which is why commercially prepared cough drops have a long [ ...click to read more ]
Thanksgiving Recipes
Little Green Peas With Fresh Mint. I’m from the south and we do like our collards greens and kale during the holidays. We like other green vegetables as well. 1 – 16 oz. package of frozen peas. I buy the tiny and tender frozen peas in a bag. 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine 6 large, fresh mint leaves, [ ...click to read more ]
Thanksgiving Recipes
Dressing Cakes This is a nice change from stuffing or pan dressing. I make these at Thanksgiving. Moist and flavorful, just right with turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy. 1- 14 oz.package of herb seasoned stuffing 1/2 cup of white slivered almonds [ 3 oz.package ], chop them finely before adding to the recipe. 1/2 cup [ ...click to read more ]
Thanksgiving Recipes
Basted Onions 1 dozen medium size onions, I like the white onions. 1 cup of chicken broth, or you can use vegetable broth 1 cup of ketchup 1/2 cup of brown sugar 1 teaspoon of thyme, fresh or dried 1 teaspoon of sage, fresh or dried You’ll need a 13 x 9 glass baking dish for this recipe. Preheat the oven to 350. [ ...click to read more ]
Impossible Pumpkin Pie
This is a quick and easy recipe. It’s also a nice dessert for those who don’t like pie crust. 16 ounce can of solid pack pumpkin 12 ounces of evaporated milk 2 tablespoons of melted butter or margarine 3 eggs 1/2 cup of Bisquick 2 and 1/2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice 2 teaspoons of vanilla Grease a deep [ ...click to read more ]
Thanksgiving Recipes
I make this the day before Thanksgiving and allow the flavors to mellow overnight. Chive and Cheese Butter 1 stick of unsalted butter 1 teaspoon of fresh chives, finely minced 2 heaping tablespoons of shredded sharp cheddar cheese. In a small bowl, soften the butter at room temperature. Using an electric mixer on low, [ ...click to read more ]
Thanksgiving Recipes
After Thanksgiving Casserole 1 stick of butter or margarine 1/2 cup of onion, diced 1/2 cup of celery, diced 1 small can of sliced mushrooms, drained 1 can each cream of chicken soup and cream of mushroom – I use the golden cream of mushroom 3 cups of diced turkey One teaspoon fresh parsley, minced 1 small [ ...click to read more ]
Mayflower Herbs
On September 6, 1620, the Mayflower set sail for the New World. On board the Mayflower were 102 passengers. The ship’s official bill of lading was lost long ago. We do know that “pease” and wheat were listed among the horticultural supplies, as well as tools and vegetable seeds. We can only guess at [ ...click to read more ]
Autumn Potpourri
This is a fragrant and beautiful mixture to make for a Thanksgiving table arrangement. You’ll need a large glass bowl or a pretty wicker basket, and the following ingredients: 1 cup of dried sage leaves 1 cup of dried rosemary 1 cup of dried thyme 1 cup of black sunflower seeds 1 cup of dried golden raisins 1 [ ...click to read more ]
Mystical Magical Herbs 