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Lemon SAFFRON Tea Bread

This is a lovely, aromatic bread, that has the texture of a scone. It is perfect for breakfast or brunch as it is not too sweet. An homemade whipped butter with a bit of lemon peel and honey would be “icing on the cake”. Lemon Saffron Tea Bread In a large bowl add the followingContinue reading “Lemon SAFFRON Tea Bread”

Sunrise Chai (Tulsi)

When I drink this tea I imagine the phrase “rosy fingered dawn”. It is perfect hot or iced first thing in the morning. I like to consume it out in my garden before my noisy and demanding teens have gotten up. I savor it while listening to the birds and watching the light slowly changeContinue reading “Sunrise Chai (Tulsi)”

Gluten Free Bee Balm Cookies

These bee balm cookies have an aromatic scent that is pleasing to the nose and exciting to the taste buds. They are perfect for a book club tea or summer brunch. Ingredients 1/2 cup salted butter (room temperature). Do not use a coconut oil ingredient substitute. 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 egg 1/2 cup ofContinue reading “Gluten Free Bee Balm Cookies”

Beard Whip (Nettles)

This whip is not waxy like a salve. It is also not meant to be used as a styling (shaping and holding ) product. Rather it is meant to be used to improve the health and condition of your beard. What does a beard whip do? It nourishes, supports growth, hydrates, thickens, moistens, softens, prevents/relievesContinue reading “Beard Whip (Nettles)”

Colic and Stomach Spasm Ease Tea (catnip)

In my thirties I was diagnosed with a hiatal hernia. A congenital weakness in my diaphragm that allows the stomach to bulge through the muscle, creating acid reflux when I east certain foods. I can go years without problems if I am careful with my diet. But lately it has gotten worse due to menopauseContinue reading “Colic and Stomach Spasm Ease Tea (catnip)”