Author: pjtxgirl

  • Relaxing Herbal Tea

    Relaxing Herbal Tea

    Rather you’re stressed or simply can’t sleep. This is a quick, relaxing herbal tea that can be made in just a few minutes in the comfort of your home.  If you’ve been growing and drying your own herbs, you can rest assured knowing exactly where all of the ingredients came from . Ingredients Use defuser…

  • “Cream of Chicken” Soup Mix

    “Cream of Chicken” Soup Mix

    This is an easy homemade “Cream of Chicken” Soup Mix can be used in place of a can of cream of chicken, cream of broccoli, etc. I always keep a huge jar ready to grab to flavor and thicken soups, stews and other dishes. Making your own spices and soup mixing really helps you take…

  • Homemade “Chicken” Bouillon

    Homemade “Chicken” Bouillon

    This is an easy Homemade “Chicken” Bouillon base. Not actual chicken flavor but it has slowly replaced by bouillon in the house.  It packs a flavor punch and can be used in so many places instead of chicken or beef bouillon. Have you ever read the ingredients list on bouillon cubes or powders?! It’s insane!…

  • How to grow your own Sprouts!

    How to grow your own Sprouts!

    Why eat & Grow Sprouts? Why wouldn’t you?! It’s easy and they’re packed full of nutrients. Not to mention the satisfaction of growing things yourself. Like micro greens, sprouts are rich in vitamins and minerals as well as being high in fiber AND they contain antioxidants.  They are a good source of plant based protein…

  • Make Your Own Chimichurri Sauce in Minutes

    Make Your Own Chimichurri Sauce in Minutes

    How to Make Your Own Chimichurri Sauce in Minutes I tried Chimichurri for the first time at a Brazilian steakhouse and wow. Just wow! The freshness and flavor bang were instantly on my list of things to conquest and perfect. There are so many variations and you can change it up according to your dinner…

  • Making Herbal Tinctures at Home

    Making Herbal Tinctures at Home

    What is a tincture? A tincture is one of the most common forms of herbal medicine. It is a concentrated herbal extract that is most commonly made in alcohol but can also be made in vinegar or  vegetable glycerine. It is easy to make easier to take. An alcohol based tincture is preferred by many…

  • How to Grow Microgreens for Fresh Greens Year-Round

    How to Grow Microgreens for Fresh Greens Year-Round

    Why grow your own micros?  Why wouldn’t you?! They’re higher in nutrients than their fully grow counter parts. You get to grow them year round and they take up very little space. Not to mention the satisfaction of growing things yourself. Come on. Growing things is fun! The nutritional benefits are through the roof!  For…