Main meals
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Sauerkraut (lacto fermented)
Homemade sauerkraut has a tangy spice and salt flavor. It is cabbage that has been fermented in a salt brine made from the juices the cabbage naturally makes. Sauerkraut is packed full of nutrients and probiotics that help heal the gut and strengthen immunity. It may even help improve heart heath, reduce heartburn (GERD), and support brain function. Start with a clean head of cabbage. Any color works fine but regular green cabbage is the go-to. I will usually do half of a head of cabbage at a time, using the other half for a meal. Shred up the cabbage into bite size pieces. Place into a large bowl or…
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Homemade Mayonnaise
Thick and creamy mayonnaise made with avocado oil. Homemade mayonnaise is healthier than store bought with the right ingredients. I use avocado oil, fresh pastured eggs, lemon juice and seasonings to taste. Learn how I mix it all together to make homemade mayonnaise. In a wide mouth jar or open container, add one cracked fresh egg. Add 1/2 cup of avocado oil. Using a hand blender/ immersion blender, place the blender blades at the bottom of the bowl. I use the Kitchenaid hand blender. Cover the egg with the blender blades and turn on the blender. Keep the blender at the bottom of the container and allow it to blend…
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All Butter Pie Crust with freshly milled flour
Flaky and buttery crust prefect for almost any pie. Made with freshly milled soft white wheat berries, which adds many nutrients to a pie that may not have much else to offer. This pie crust is made with only a few ingredients and fairly easy to make. I do not like using shortening so this all butter pie crust with freshly milled flour is my go-to. I have been milling my own wheat for awhile now. When I found out about the chemicals and toxins in the store bought flour, I knew I had to make a big change. Thankfully the processes of milling flour is easy. Only one more…
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Hard White Wheat Spaghetti Noodles with pasta roller
Spaghetti night is a weekly meal in our home. From the noodles to the sauce, these are real and healthy homemade ingredients. I freshly mill the flour and use our own chicken eggs. This recipe is just for the noodles but if you need a basic tomato sauce to help cover up these tender and chewy spaghetti noodles, I can help you out. If you do not have a pasta roller, rolling by hand is doable but more labor intensive. Down below find out how to make hard white wheat spaghetti noodles with a past roller. I have been milling my own wheat for awhile now. When I found out…
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Basic Tomato Sauce with a crock pot
In the summer time, in Zone 5, it is easy to find freshly grown tomatoes. Whether it is from your own garden, a local farmers market or someone has way too many and you decide to take them off their hands. Fresh tomatoes can be made into many things. Today I am making a basic tomato sauce with a crock pot. This sauce will be good to use in pastas, top on pizza or even in a casserole. To make the sauce unique for the meal, simply add different seasonings to your dish when preparing. Cut the ends and bad spots off of the Roma tomatoes. Other tomatoes can be…
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Freshly Milled Durum Wheat Pasta Noodles with machine
I am a pasta lover. When I first started making pasta, it was always egg noodles with no variation. Since I make pasta at least once per week, I needed more options. Now with tools and machines, I can make that happen. The machine I use is a kitchen aid stand mixer with an attachment head that includes 6 different pasta shapes. This recipe is for freshly milled durum wheat pasta noodles. They are chewy and delicious, perfect for soaking up some homemade sauce. I have been milling my own wheat for awhile now. When I found out about the chemicals and toxins in the store bought flour, I knew…
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Pizza Dough with freshly milled flour
This pizza dough is made with freshly milled hard wheat berries. It is a healthier option than the frozen pizza I used to keep on hand. I love that freshly milled flour is packed with more nutrients than the store bought flour. Plus it is an easy recipe and freezes well for a quicker meal. My kids like to eat pizza at least twice per month and this recipe is my go-to. I have been milling my own wheat for awhile now. When I found out about the chemicals and toxins in the store bought flour, I knew I had to make a big change. Thankfully the process of milling…
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Soft White Wheat Tortillas
My family loves taco night with freshly milled flour. Buttery and flexible flour tortillas you can make ahead or eat them right off the pan. With so many toppings to choose from, these soft white wheat tortillas are the perfect bread to hold it all together. I use them for crispy quesadillas, mini burritos, enchilada hot dish, or fajitas. Soft white wheat tortillas are made with freshly milled wheat berries. I always measure out my berries in grams first instead of relying on measuring cups. I sometimes use hard white wheat in this recipe. Hard wheat gives the tortilla more flexibility when substituting oil for butter. When it comes to…
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Soft White Wheat Waffle
Soft and fluffy waffle with a crispy outside. A soft white wheat waffle made with freshly ground flour, sweetened with honey. I eat these waffles for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Paired with bacon and eggs, chicken or even fresh fruit. This soft white wheat waffle recipe even works great as a pancake recipe when needed. I use freshly milled flour in all my current recipes. There are many different types of wheat berries that taste great in various homemade goods. With waffles, pancakes or even muffins, I use soft white wheat. This is because batters don't need the higher protein that bread dough needs for a good rise. Soft white…
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Baked French Fries
I am always looking for a way to be healthier and eat less processed food. These baked french fries are made with real potatoes, olive oil and topped with seasonings. Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside is how I like my french fries. Although deep fried food tastes so good, these baked french fries are still crispy and delicious. Making your own baked french fries takes more time than making the frozen fries from the store. However, making them yourself lets you decide what ingredients to use. This recipe is eaten best when freshly made. I have not tried to store them long term. Just leftovers in…
