Vanilla Sugar & Extract
Both can be used to enhance the flavor of baked goods, beverages, ice cream, and more. A bottle of vanilla extract or a jar of vanilla sugar would make a lovely gift, as well.
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Fire Cider
This recipe is an excerpt from the article “Fire Cider” by Katie Jo Muschiana with photos by Kristen Wood featured in the Winter Vol 1 | Issue 3 | 2022 edition of Botanical Anthology. Our herbal magazine, featuring remedies, recipes and projects with plants for the autumn season, can be purchased as a digital version here and as a printed version here. We just welcomed Winter here in the Northern Hemisphere. This cold time of…
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Oregano Tea Tree Vinegar Hair Rinse
These days I have a super simple hair care regimen that I’m really happy with. First, I give my hair a light wash (not using much soap) with my friend, Ali’s, gorgeous goat milk soap or one of my own botanical infused soaps. Then I pour a bit of herbal hair vinegar over my scalp and rinse with cool water. This simple method leaves my hair feeling great.
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Elderberry Barbecue Sauce
This herbal barbecue sauce is tangy and not overly sweet. It adds great flavor to a variety of dishes, including chicken, pork or beef ribs, meatballs, pizza, salad dressings, and more
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Cinnamon Mini Monograph
This recipe is an excerpt from the article “Cinnamon Mini Monograph” by Harmonie O’Loughlin from the All About Cinnamon booklet which was featured as bonus with purchase of the Autumn Vol 1 | Issue 2 | 2022 edition of Botanical Anthology. To dive deeper with cinnamon check out the entire booklet here! Our herbal magazine, featuring remedies, recipes and projects with plants for the autumn season, can be purchased as…
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Pokeberry Dyed Mullein Candles
Candles made from dried stalks of mullein dipped in tallow or wax, known as witch's candles, were such a common historical use for this plant that it’s reflected in many of the common names for the plant, such as candlewick plant, hag's taper and torches. Mullein has deep, deep roots that die back with the plant after its second year enriching the soil around it.
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Lemon Balm Jello
This herbal jello makes a great treat for kids. Because it is protein rich and naturally calming it can be a great bedtime snack to promote relaxation and satiate growing little ones, helping them sleep more soundly.
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Roasted Roots: An Herbal Coffee Tradition
Herbal coffee is a tradition that can be found, with a little digging, in many family histories. It was once common practice to replace or mix ground coffee with the roasted roots of plants like dandelion, chicory, and burdock. Not only did these easily-foraged plants make coffee go further, but they also cut some of the bitterness in the flavor. These roots also provided a nutritious and grounding alternative ingredient…
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Happy Hippie Body Spray
The use of aromatic plant oils and extracts dates back to ancient times. People have long utilized perfumes as a part of rituals & religious ceremonies, to mask body odors, and to help boost mood. Today, most perfumes contain synthetic fragrances, which can have a number of negative health effects — including allergies, damage to the immune system, endocrine disruption, and more. Making your own body sprays with natural ingredients…
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Beef Liver Paté
Our whole family enjoys this beef liver paté served with homemade crackers. I recommend my Lavender & Peppercorn or Turmeric Sourdough crackers. Even my 4 year old, who has recently decided there’s a huge number of foods she no longer eats, likes it!