Homemade Bone Broth

  Recipe for homemade Turkey Broth   Ingredients bones of 1 whole turkey gizzards and neck from turkey (optional but more nutritious) Turkey feet, peeled and talons removed (optional, but if you get past the less than pleasant appearance, they are loaded with gelatin!) 1 large onion, coarsely chopped 2 carrots peeled, coarsely chopped 2-3 […]

Make Your Own Whole Grain Pancake Mix

  The original recipe inspiration came from Make A Mix by Karine Eliason. This basic mix can stand alone or be varied in a number of ways. Make this mix and put it into a container to store in the freezer; this will help keep it fresh. You can half this recipe to go smaller; […]

Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Parmesan Croutons

Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 red bell peppers 4 large tomatoes – peeled, seeded and chopped (may use canned) 1 1/2 tsp dried thyme 2 tsp paprika 1/8 tsp white sugar 6 cups chicken broth Salt and pepper to taste 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper 1 dash […]

Cheese Dip with Olive Oil and Garlic

  Ingredients 2 (8 ounce) tubs whipped cream cheese 2 cloves garlic, chopped 3 Tbsp olive oil 1 cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves 3/4 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup firmly packed fresh parsley leaves 1/4 cup pine nuts or slivered almonds, optional 1 medium tomato, seeded and finely chopped, optional   Directions […]

Cinnamon Swirl Whole Wheat Bread Recipe

Ingredients Hand Method: (yields 2 loaves) 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup oil 2 1/2 cups warm water (110°F) 1 1/2 Tbsp SAF Instant Yeast 2 1/2 tsp salt 6 – 7 cups fresh whole wheat flour (room temperature) 1 1/2 Tbsp Dough Enhancer, optional 1/3 cup Vital Wheat Gluten, optional Cinnamon filling 2 Tbsp butter […]

Jalapeno Ranch Whole Wheat Bread Recipe

Ingredients Hand Method: (yields 2 loaves) 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup oil 2 1/2 cups warm water (110°F) 1 1/2 Tbsp SAF Instant Yeast 2 1/2 tsp salt 6 – 7 cups fresh whole wheat flour (room temperature) 1 1/2 Tbsp Dough Enhancer, optional 1/3 cup Vital Wheat Gluten, optional 1/2 Cup grated sharp cheddar […]

Grandma Marilyn’s Famous Whole Wheat Bread Recipe

Ingredients Hand Method: (yields 2 loaves) 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup oil 2 1/2 cups warm water (110°F) 1 1/2 Tbsp SAF Instant Yeast 2 1/2 tsp salt 6 – 7 cups fresh whole wheat flour (room temperature) 1 1/2 Tbsp Dough Enhancer, optional 1/3 cup Vital Wheat Gluten, optional   Large Mixer Method: Yields […]

An Urban Homemaker’s Breakfast: Part II

One of my homemaking goals is to use what I have and enjoy the process of finding the recipes which are now becoming traditions.  Breakfast is also a favorite mealtime and I have recipes that I am asked to share over and over again. These items may use a same basic ingredient at times, but when […]

An Urban Homemaker’s Breakfast

  May I be completely honest? I am burned out with the same old, same old breakfast items and due to the fact that I own a plethora of whole grains I might as well move beyond baked goods and stretch the proverbial wings.  So here is my creativity for 2 breakfast options for the […]

Top 10 Kitchen Herbs

Marilyn’s Top Kitchen Herbs: Every pantry should have these top ten basic culinary herbs either fresh or dried: Basil – for pesto, Italian sauces, soups and stews Dill – Not just for dill pickles, use in cottage cheese, cream cheese, goat cheese, omelets, seafood (especially salmon), potato salad and breads Chives – Great in everything […]