Learn how to make water kefir with this simple tutorial. Water kefir is a probiotic rich superfood that may sound intimidating to make, but it is actually a very simple process. The reward is growing healthy bacteria right in your own kitchen. I am sitting here drinking a bubbly bottle of fermented probiotic goodness as I type this blog post. In another post, I shared how to make milk kefir, but some people have dairy issues and can't tolerate it. The version I'm going to share with … [Read more...]
How to Make the Best Coffee | FRENCH PRESS COFFEE
In this post I show you how to make the best coffee ever. We use a French press, whole beans and heavy cream to achieve optimal flavor. Some links in this post are affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no cost to you. See my full disclosure here. A Coffee Lover I've been drinking coffee pretty regularly for probably 16 or 17 years now. You could probably tell me it had just about every negative health effect in the book, and I would still drink it. It is one of the most … [Read more...]
Bulletproof Peppermint Mocha
I whipped up this frothy, mildly sweet, bulletproof style, dare I say, superfood coffee. It will definitely get you going in the morning with the energizing peppermint kick, caffeine and healthy fats. A Healthy Winter Beverage I love seasonal foods and drinks. There is just something comforting about preparing foods that represent something significant about each month of the year. Winter, of course, is the time for peppermint! Hershey's rolls out their peppermint kisses, the … [Read more...]
Healthy Hot Chocolate
Learn how to make a delicious, healthy hot chocolate with five nutritious ingredients. This recipe is so simple to make and only takes a few minutes. Whip it up on a cold afternoon and enjoy! Healthy Hot Chocolate Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvH9VBbH4UE A lovey drink for cold days What do you do when winter is in full swing, the snow is falling, you're stuck inside and it's cold? Around here we bundle up and make giant snowballs and find hills to sled down. After all that, we … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Spice Rooibos Latte
Rooibos is a naturally caffeine free herb with a sweet, fruity flavor. Although it’s not made like a traditional latte, this frothy drink is the perfect sweet treat when you just need a little something to warm you up. This post contain affiliate links. See my full disclosure here. As the temps cool down this pumpkin spice rooibos latte is our favorite cozy drink to warm up with. Read all the way to the end for the printable recipe, and for some more amazing pumpkin recipes from my … [Read more...]
How to Make Yogurt in the Instant Pot
Learn how to make yogurt in the Instant Pot, to enjoy this awesome snack on the cheap. We are all about easy and healthy snacks in the farmhouse, Instant pot yogurt and granola are a staple. These are affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. See my full disclosure HERE. Mastering Homemade Yogurt Yogurt making has been more of a saga over the last ten years, than something I could say I confidently mastered five years ago. First, I tried the … [Read more...]
Healthy Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade Recipe
This healthy strawberry lemonade recipe is the perfect drink for summer. Sweetened with honey and made with sparkling water, it is nutritious and refreshing! Who doesn't love a refreshing drink for those hot summer days? I have been a little obsessed with lemon lime seltzer water for a few years now. It has no sweetener, but is somehow still so satisfying. I just love taking a cold can from the refrigerator and enjoying the refreshing taste of the lemon and carbonation. The funny … [Read more...]
How to Make Milk Kefir
Learn how to make milk kefir with this simple tutorial. Milk kefir is a thick, and tangy fermented milk that is rich in gut-healthy probiotics. Follow my tips below to make this healthy ferment. One thing I really like making in the farmhouse is fermented foods. You will always find something fermenting on the counter. From sauerkraut, water kefir, kimchi, to even jalapenos. We love it all. Milk kefir is a fantastic way to begin with fermented foods. The process is so simple to make that … [Read more...]