This is the quickest bread recipe that my family has on hand. I also love the nutrition that the ancient grain, spelt, gives to my family. On a busy night, when I still want a big, warm meal for my family, I can have chicken fajitas or beef burritos cooked in no time! Ready in 30ish minutes Serves 12 servings Ingredients 2 cups of spelt flour 1 tsp of salt 1/2 cup of warm water 1/4 cup of olive oil Preparation Mix all the ingredients together with a mixer and stir until the d

There is nothing more cozy than sitting down with your favorite hot drink and a slice of this delicious spiced cake! It is one of my...

Sourdough bread - the classic! If you don't have a good sourdough bread recipe, then this is one to try! I could make this daily and my family would be in heaven. It is best enjoyed with a huge slab of butter! Ready in 3-4 hours Serves 6-8 servings Ingredients 1/2 cup of sourdough starter 1 cups of warm, filtered water 1 tsp of salt 3 cups of flour (Spelt or Einkorn is recommended for the nutrients. Einkorn does a little better in regards to the texture.) Preparation Place t

This recipe is quick, nutritious and a family favorite. I love having this on hand for a postpartum snack, or just as a go-to high...

This recipe creates wonderfully crisp waffles with a fluffy inside! Perfect for a Sunday brunch, these waffles are just like an authentic Belgian waffle. They are so delicious! Ready in 40ish minutes Serves 6-8 servings Ingredients 2 1/4 cups of flour (Spelt or Einkorn is recommended for the nutrients) 1 tbsp of baking powder 1/2 tsp of salt 1 tsp of Ceylon cinnamon 2 large eggs (separated) 1/2 cup of coconut or olive oil 2 cups of milk (raw is best!) 1/4 cup of maple syrup 1

A classic breakfast. Sourdough pancakes are so hearty and satisfying! With a little preparation the day before, this recipe can be made quite quickly and then fried into classic pancakes, or thrown into a sheet pan for a faster option. Ready in 20ish minutes Serves 4-6 people Ingredients 2 cups of sourdough starter 1 1/3 cup of flour (Spelt or Einkorn is recommended for the nutrients) 1/2-1 cup of milk (look for the perfect pancake consistency. I've found that with whole gra

I love wintertime. I love the falling snow, the sound of a burning fire and curling up on the couch with a warm blanket, not to mention it's beanie weather! A perfect time for a cozy cup of tea. This winter spice tea leaves you feeling regenerated and restored. Ready in 10ish minutes Serves 1 person Ingredients 1/2 tsp of ground ginger (or freshly grated) 1/4 tsp of ground clove 1/4 tsp of ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp of cardamom seeds 3 cinnamon sticks 1 star anise seed 1ish tbsp o

Are you having trouble sleeping? When you wake in the middle of the night do you have a hard time falling back to sleep? No doubt, sleeplessness is a struggle for some moms. But, sleep is vital for their health! This tea might not be the tastiest drink you've ever tried, but it sure is effective! Ready in 10ish minutes Serves 1 serving Ingredients 1 tsp of lemon balm leaves 1 tsp of spearmint 1 tsp of grated orange peel 1 tsp dried marjoram 1 1/2 cups boiling water Preparatio

It's summertime. It's hot and you need a healthy, delicious iced tea! This recipe is one that a friend's mother used to make during our summertime visits. It continues to be a family favorite! Ready in 10ish minutes Serves 6-8 people Ingredients 4 bags of raspberry tea 4 bags of peach tea 1/3-1/2 cup of honey or maple syrup Optional: Add 2-3 bags of green tea if a little caffeine is desired. Preparation Boil 2 cups of water. Add the tea and sweetener to a half-gallon jar. Pou

The first time that I experienced mastitis, I called my mom crying. At first, I thought I had the flu and felt like a train had hit my body. It took me a little while to figure out what was going on. Once I did, I called my mom in desperation. Before I share her advice, let me tell you some of the things that have caused me to get mastitis.