Sauerkraut

Sauerkraut

Recently, I renewed a practice I had many years ago: homemade sauerkraut, or, naturally lacto-fermented veggies. More and more we are hearing of the powerful health benefits of lacto-fermented foods, and they are so easy to make! The Cultures for Health folks have a wonderful free eBook on the subject. I think I eat a scoop of sauerkraut with almost every meal… so yummy! Another excellent source of information on fermentation is Wild Fermentation by Sandor Katz, which I use as my reference guide for measurements and seasonings.

Beanie Brownies

Beanie Brownies

For those moments–no doubt, very occasional 🙂 –when you need that chocolate fix, these brownies will do it. Half of one does the trick for me! These brownies are somewhere between lava cakes and hot fudge…. This is a very quick and easy recipe! It makes a dozen brownies, which I freeze in their papers, and pull out when the urge for chocolate hits me! Great for when you have unexpected guests; everyone just loves them!