Looking for a refreshing and subtle drink to serve on a hot summer’s day? Or maybe something to remind you of the sun during the dark winter months? This bright white tea cocktail with cucumber, thyme, honey and a splash of sparkling water or sparkling wine is perfect for any time of year. Jump to:RECIPESubstitutions …
This winter, warm up with a hot cup of tea prepared using a simple homemade cranberry apple syrup (and, of course, an optional splash of rum or vodka). This spiked cranberry apple tea is easy to make in a crock pot for a crowd, or just for yourself – for the holidays and beyond! Jump …
If you’re stressing about gravy this Thanksgiving, stop. Gravy can be a handful because it’s usually the last thing to make, and you want to serve it hot. Make this homemade turkey stock a day or two ahead of time to avoid the last-minute stress, and ensure your gravy is full of flavor. Even with …
Cauliflower is a mainstay of many low carb diets. There are many different ways to prepare it however, and this simple baked cauliflower dish becomes special with the robust additions of saffron and Mediterranean green olives. It is easy enough for weeknight dinners and elegant enough for the Thanksgiving table. Jump to: RECIPE | About …
Thanksgiving feasts often end up with dried out leftover turkey. A quick way to rescue dry turkey is to make a simple open faced turkey sandwich smothered with gravy. This recipe uses Southern red eye gravy for a little kick. Not only is it delicious, but it keep you awake for the rest of the …
Mexico’s version of kid-friendly comfort food is Sopa de Fideo. Like mac and cheese in the US, it is a classic lunchtime dish that many kids in Mexico grow up on. This version of fideo adds leftover turkey to the tomato and pasta base. Keeps the turkey moist and the adults are just as happy …
Looking for a gift for that person in your life who can’t get enough of cooking and eating oysters, lobster, fish, crab, mussels and all the other seafood under the sun? We’re huge on seafood here at Farm to Jar, so we know exactly what you need. Whether it’s Christmas, a birthday, a wedding or …
When I first started my slow carb diet (4-hour body diet) years ago, frozen spinach with a lot of butter and salt was my go-to greens dish. While spinach is still a mainstay of my low carb lifestyle, this spinach recipe with an Asian-style dressing elevated the frozen-spinach-butter dish to a side dish with a …
Whether you’re carving Jack-o-Lanterns for Halloween or roasting squash for a Winter comfort dinner, don’t throw out the seeds! Roast them up with some aromatic spices for a healthy Fall-flavored snack, or a garnish to many Mexican dishes. Jump to: RECIPE | Which Pumpkin Seeds Are Edible? | Pumpkin Seeds vs Pepitas | How To …
Calabaza en Tacha (aka candied pumpkin) is one of the traditional treats served on Mexico’s Day of the Dead Celebration, “Dia de Muertos”. The flavor is similar to what is served in the US as candied yams or sweet potatoes, but the key ingredients to this Mexican recipe include piloncillo syrup, cinnamon sticks, orange peel …
Looking for something to give the herbal tea enthusiast in your life? Whether they’re just starting out their tea journey or are a long-time connoisseur, Farm to Jar’s top 10 gifts for herbal tea lovers has something for every tea aficionado. Plus bonus hibiscus tea recipe! Jump to: RECIPE for Hibiscus Tea | Gifts for …
Slow-cooker turkey and butternut squash chili is the perfect dish to make for cold nights, especially if you’re looking for a tasty way to use leftover turkey from Thanksgiving. It’s a perfect balance of sweet, spicy and smoky. Jump to: RECIPE | Ingredients & Substitutions | How to Get Smoky Flavor | Illustrated Step by …
Growing up in Oregon, blackberries were abundant and this was my favorite thing to make with them. In Minnesota I can’t grow blackberries but the frozen ones work just fine. This is the ultimate Fall dessert, and it just happens to be easy to make and healthy at the same time! Jump to: RECIPE | …
Heirloom squash often taste better than hybrid varieties, which have been grown to look pretty or ship well. This guide will help you grow or cook with the best of them, distinguishing which are best for soup, desserts or baked pumpkin seeds. Like heirloom tomatoes, heirloom squash are distinctive in flavor, color and uses! Jump …
Those of us who like to host during the holidays will know the struggle between wanting to serve something fancy and keeping things stress free. Here are 3 DIY seafood platters that range from an easy, inexpensive tinned seafood plate to a cold platter with shellfish to a luxury platter or tower for the seasoned …