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Hello Reader, Happy May! Doesn't it feel good to know we're getting closer and closer to summer? We've had some gorgeous sunny days here in western Washington with temps in the 70s. We all just want to be outside soaking up the sun! If you've been following me on social, you may know that I spent the last two weeks setting up my first booth at an antique mall. It finally opened on Thursday! I was so nervous it wouldn't do well, but I've already sold a handful of things and made a dent in my rent payment. Whew! It feels really good getting a chance to leave the house, explore, and talk to people who love the same things I do! Join me for the Extract Workshop But, I'm also getting excited about the Intro to Extract Making workshop next Saturday. This is my first LIVE group call for the blog, and I can't wait to get started! The call is only available to members of my FREE group Seasonal Slow Living, so come join! I'll go live directly on the event page, so be sure to RSVP. Want to make your extract along with me? You'll need just a few supplies:
You can make a little batch with about 1 cup of alcohol and 5-6 beans, although you can certainly make a bigger batch if you'd like. I'll go over all the details and guide you through it in the call! Feel free to reference my Vanilla Extract Cheat Sheet for more details, but no need to make it complicated if that stresses you out. Vanilla extract is easy peasy! You can always watch then make it later, if that's more your style. P.S. I have all of my favorite resources linked here in my Amazon Storefront (affiliate link). Hope you can make it. :) Spring InfusionsLooking for some more fun projects to try? Infusions are one of my favorite types of kitchen projects because they are:
There are lots of different types of infusions, like extracts, liqueurs or infused alcohol, flavored sugars, flavored vinegar, seasoning salts, and more. Here are a few I really enjoy this time of year. Hope you give them a try too! βLavender Sugarβ β βStrawberry Rhubarb Syrupβ β βLavender Liqueurβ β βDIY Sugar Cubesβ β βLemon Balm Syrupβ β βVanilla Bean Honeyβ β βCherry Bourbonβ This is a summer recipe for me, but it's always a good reminder to gather your supplies early! I like to use dried cherries for the most intense cherry flavor. β βChamomile Syrupβ β βChive Blossom Butterβ β βDill Saltβ |
Milk Glass Home | Seasonal Recipes & Slow Living
Welcome to Milk Glass Home, your spot for seasonal slow living. Think food preservation projects, real food recipes, fun DIYs, and helpful tips so you can slow down and live with the seasons. Subscribe below to get all of my recipes, tips, and guides!
Hi, Reader, If you're new to living a more self-sufficient life, I highly recommend learning how to make a few pantry staples. It's amazing how powerful it is to know that you can make most of the items in the grocery store. From seasoning blends and extracts to leavening agents and even brown sugar, you can make-do with just a few basics. Plus, they're easy. Most require just 1-3 ingredients, so truly anyone can make them. So, you get a little confidence boost, skip the trip to the store,...
Hi, there! I'll keep this brief - strawberry season is HERE, and those juicy little gems deserve pride of place on your dessert table. My recommendation? This Strawberry Snack Cake. ππ° It's buttery and just sweet enough, topped with strawberry whipped cream, then garnished with even more fresh berries. You get layer after layer of strawberry goodness in every bite! It's like strawberry shortcake...in cake form. Get the recipe
Hi, Reader, Do you grow any herbs? I'll be honest - I wasn't that interested in them when I started gardening 11 years ago. I usually focused on basil and cilantro since you need those for pesto and salsa! But over the years, I've added more and more. Parsley, chives, mint, rosemary, oregano, thyme, bee balm, dill, sage, and probably more I'm forgetting. I love watching them grow, I love running my hands through them, and I love preserving them to enjoy all year long! Fortunately, herbs are...