On “feminist”…and “farmwife”

After a long rough day (don't ask), I find myself meditating on the nature and meaning of Independence Day. Every Fourth of July, a great deal of the country celebrates with barbecues and parties, apple pies and fireworks. Some people focus on their patriotism, and celebrate their pride as Americans; others lament how they feel...

Marinara Sauce (for canning)

Earlier this month, I took my first trip to Charlie's U-Pik in Wiggins, MS with friends. We spent the morning in the heat and humidity wading through mud in our rainboots picking farm fresh produce. The tomatoes, unfortunately, weren't ripe yet. So as I checked out, I grabbed a 25 lb. box of Roma tomatoes...

Paleo Fig Bars (no dairy, no grains, sugar-free)

So the Husband is on my $hit list. This morning, when I was feeding the girls, I walked over to the sink and saw my mini springform pan--empty--sitting, waiting to be washed. Last night, when I went to bed, it was in the fridge. Full of a perfect, beautiful, individual fig bar intended for a...

It’s been a long day…

So I haven't really written since I left for my business trip last Thursday. For good reason. From the moment I walked out the door at 5:30 AM on Thursday until the moment I got home at 11:30 PM on Sunday, I was running. 7 AM until 3 AM the next morning each day. And...

Mild Fire Roasted Salsa

So last night, when I told my husband that I was heading to the farm this morning to pick up salsa making supplies and asked him how much salsa I should make for the year. "Do you think 12 pints will be enough?" "No way! Quarts, not pints. How about 50? I really like salsa."...

Hot Fire Roasted Salsa

This is the version of my salsa that I made for my husband today, who likes much more heat than the girls and I can handle. It's not ridiculous, but it's too spicy for my taste. You can adjust the heat and flavor to your own preferences by switching out the peppers: just make sure...