Pineapple weed, or wild chamomile, has been used in folk medicine for centuries to aid digestion, promote relaxation and sleepiness, and as a mild pain reliever. This common “weed” makes a delicious, lightly sweet pineapple and chamomile flavored tea!
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This week, my CSA farmbasket was overflowing with spring greens. Salad greens, mustard greens, turnips and radishes topped with beautiful bunches of leaves… I will be honest, I felt a little overwhelmed, especially with the thought of my own crop of radishes quickly maturing in my community garden plot. It seemed like the perfect time to double down and make the most of these tender spring greens! Let’s get some inspiration together with this list of my top 10 tips for using spring greens.
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Baking soda. Sodium bicarbonate. This miracle substance is one of the true superstars of any natural, frugal home. From baking to body care to laundry, this humble powder has literally hundreds of uses! And as March roars in like a lion, it’s time to roll up our sleeves for a bit of spring cleaning! Today’s project: clean out that fridge with baking soda!
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I think most of us would agree that eating vegetables for breakfast is a solid nutritional goal. But honestly, it can be a challenge! Coming up with ideas that seem breakfast-y without being complicated or time consuming can feel daunting. An easy way to work it in (and you know I like easy) is by incorporating carrots for breakfast!
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The kitchen is a real problem area when it comes to personal waste. Between food packaging and product containers, I know it’s the area where I have the most cleaning up to do. But an easy place to start is by ditching plastic wrap!
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I have been hanging on to this topic for a while now. I kept thinking to myself, “you have to wait until spring to talk about salads!” But honestly at this point in the winter, the cold dark days are starting to wear on me. So when I received this gorgeous winter salad mix in my CSA farm basket this week, I knew it was time for salad in a jar!
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Can we talk about cabbage? Ok before you click away, hear me out. While there are truly so many things to love about these versatile, slightly sweet, crunchy leaves, I often cringe a little when my CSA farm basket shows up with a gorgeous, hearty head of cabbage. I hate to admit it, but of
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Lunchtime!! Agh! I know how it is. You either grab something pricey at the deli or worse, something pricey from a fast food joint. Or you’re just too busy to remember to pack it at all so you go without or scrounge a half squished granola bar from the bottom of your bag. Or you scarf down the dozen sticky raisins and half eaten sandwich triangles your toddler left behind.
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If you’re like me, you have a number of folks on your holiday list that you want to give “a little something” to show your appreciation. But a lot of “little somethings” can quickly turn into a big expense. Homemade gifts can be a great way to trim your holiday budget! This quick and easy dairy-free hot cocoa mix is festive and frugal!
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