How to Eat Dandelion 3 Ways
by Kami McBride | Mar 18, 2024 | Herbal Recipes
Dandelion loves lawns and parks and thrives in moist or dried, disturbed soil. All you have to do is restrain yourself from pulling it up when you are blessed with this healing herb growing in your yard! If you’re wondering how to eat dandelion, here are three...Mushroom Soup Recipe for Winter Wellness
by Kami McBride | Feb 19, 2024 | Herbal Recipes
When winter brings along its chilly weather, there’s nothing better than a hearty bowl of soup. Food is medicine, especially during the cold winter months when your body can use all the support it can get. Mushrooms, with their powerhouse of immune support, are the...Hawthorn Tea for a Healthy Heart
by Kami McBride | Feb 12, 2024 | Herbal Recipes
In the quest for a healthy heart, nature often provides timeless solutions, and one such gem is hawthorn. For centuries, the hawthorn plant has been revered for its properties in supporting cardiovascular health. Who would have thought that the humble hawthorn—which...Herbal Hot Chocolate for Stress? Try This Adaptogenic Hot Chocolate Recipe
by Kami McBride | Jan 22, 2024 | Herbal Recipes
Stress? It takes many forms. How does stress show up for you? Let’s get into some adaptogenic therapy to help! With many health benefits from improved memory to better mood and a more resilient stress response, this adaptogenic hot chocolate recipe is a winter treat...Orange Spiced Chai Recipe for Digestive Support
by Kami McBride | Dec 18, 2023 | Herbal Recipes
Do you save your orange peels? (organic, of course). Orange peels add depth and a smile to your tea! I am actually allergic to oranges, I know, darn! However, I peel oranges, let my family eat the fruit and then I make tea with the orange peel. Just the aroma of the...3 Herbal Mocktail Recipes to Warm Your Body & Soul
by Kami McBride | Dec 4, 2023 | Herbal Recipes
It’s fun to have a celebratory drink for that end of the day wind down, or at a weekend gathering. But alcohol doesn’t always have to be in the picture — in fact, it’s healthy to take breaks. As herbalists, our kitchens are stocked with ingredients that can double as...How to Make Root Beer with Sarsaparilla
by Kami McBride | Nov 27, 2023 | Herbal Recipes
From root beer to Dr. Pepper to wild cherry cola, many soft drinks still carry an imprint of herbal history in their names – though it’s been decades since the plants have had any significant presence in the formulas. I first explored this concept with ginger...Ginger Bug Recipe: Starter for Homemade Sodas
by Kami McBride | Nov 20, 2023 | Herbal Recipes
Although it’s hard to imagine, there was a time when root beer and ginger beer weren’t sugary sodas, but healthful probiotic brews. As recently as the early 1900s, it was common to ferment these very low alcohol “beers” (more along the lines of today’s kombucha) at...How to Make Herbal Syrups: 3 Healing Recipes
by Kami McBride | Oct 23, 2023 | Herbal Recipes, Herbal Remedies
Herbal syrups taste yummy, are easy to make, and easy to take. This is herbal medicine that you and your family won’t wrinkle your noses over. In fact, some herbal syrups can be enjoyed on pancakes or in drinks. Check out these three herbal syrup recipes that...4 Herbal Vinegars for Your Pantry
by Kami McBride | Sep 25, 2023 | Culinary Herbs, Herbal Recipes
Herbal vinegars are easy to make and can add a variety of flavors to your meals that will continue to surprise and amaze those who eat your food. Vinegar also enhances the nutrition of meals and pulls vitamins and minerals from herbs, fruits, and foods. Check out...