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Cultured Catsup – or – Fermented Ketchup

· fermented foods · gluten-free · vegetarian

Before we start, what do you call it, ketchup or catsup?  Making ketchup has been at the back of my mind for quite a while now. I had read about a girl in our community who makes her own and I was l…

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Locavore Meal Plan – Late February
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Locavore Meal Plan – Late February

Meal-planning is an important part of our week. Â It allows us to be more prepared and relaxed with regards to our nightly meals. Â As locavores, it also makes eating locally much easier because we ta…

The 2:2:2 Bread – An All-Day Easy Whole Grain Bread
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The 2:2:2 Bread – An All-Day Easy Whole Grain Bread

Original Posted on November 12, 2013 by KITCHENR JON 8 Comments My family eats a lot of bread. A pretty average lunch for my assistants is peanut butter and jelly. Sadly peanut butter is not allowed a…