It is funny how we take things for granted sometimes. Moving into my house in the suburbs I discovered a wonderful bonus in the backyard- the neighbors directly behind me have a fabulous old apple tree but for some reason they never picked ANY of the apples. Literally just had rotting apples everywhere. This meant lots of treats for the chickens because a good third of the tree hangs over the fence into my backyard. I’ve never met these neighbors and in the two years I’ve lived here I have only ... Read More about Apple Chips Two Ways
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Letters to the Universe: Abuse and Empathy
I write what I call ‘Letters to the Universe’ in my journal when I am so emotional that I need to let it out, to articulate what I’m feeling in words so that I can release it and unburden myself. It is not written to a particular person, but rather to the collective “you,” a way to address the universe and feel heard. If you read my first ‘letters’ post on my struggle with anxiety you’ll know what I mean when I say these posts can be heavy, but I honestly think they’re important. Especially here ... Read More about Letters to the Universe: Abuse and Empathy
Handmade Pumpkin Pasta (Zero Waste)
The kitchen is one of my happy places. Whether I’m having a bad day or a great one, I love the feeling of standing in front of a mise en place of incredible ingredients and making art. When I was younger I read a novel in which the main character cooks with her own innate magic infused into her dishes and people feel things- love, sorrow, forgiveness. I haven’t read the book since high school (it is called Garden Spells if you’re curious) but that notion of creating a little bit of emotional ... Read More about Handmade Pumpkin Pasta (Zero Waste)
Pumpkin Spice Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
It is all pumpkin all the time over here in the Modern Hippie household! I’ve been cooking up an autumn storm and have pumpkin all over myself, my kitchen, my backyard for the chickens, and of course in the dog bowls! You know that I love being able to create as little waste as I can both in packaging and in food waste, so when I get the chance to use the entirety of a food item I get very excited. That elation amps up a notch when the food in question is pumpkin, because those delicious little ... Read More about Pumpkin Spice Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Simple Roasted Pumpkin Puree
We are in the midst of October which means, PUMPKIN SEASON! Now, I love pumpkin year round, but as with most foods, it just tastes a little better when it is in season. Plus, having the ability to pop an entire pumpkin, almost fully intact, into the oven and have it come out tasting like the epitome of comfort food makes me happy. So when I spotted the cutest little pie pumpkins on sale I couldn’t leave without them! Now while pumpkin puree isn’t the end all be all of deliciousness on it’s own, ... Read More about Simple Roasted Pumpkin Puree