Healthy Southern Style

03/15/2026

I recently began making my own sour dough bread, and for someone that doesn’t eat a lot of bread and hasn’t baked loaf bread in about 30 years, I found the experience fun, rewarding, and I learned a few things. This recipe has 3 ingredients: flour, water, salt. Below is picture of my 1st loaf 2 weeks ago and my 2nd loaf this weekend. Fermented bread has health benefits, and I think this is something I will continue to do and share with my neighbors. The recipe I followed used the following:

350 g water
500 g bread flour
100 g active sour dough starter
10 g salt

I am a believer in the Einkorn flour and I did a 40/60 blend with bread flour for my starter and bread. (40% Einkorn/60% Bread flour)

11/16/2025

Want some healthy inspiration for eating your way thru the holiday’s? See what Registered Dietitians have to say about eating your way thru a healthy LIFE! 😊

One of the biggest ways we can all boost our health is through diet. But which foods are best for longevity? We spoke to three medical and nutrition professionals to find out.

08/13/2024

I am not a huge fan of bananas, but may try this with peaches. Looks pretty yummy! https://plantbasedandveganism.com/vegan-chocolate-frosty-1003m/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEnkaJleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRr7TuZ-b2m93s8EFJRGEpaqbHMiVlbPxz8NZiw2dOKkwlFjHS1nSFq61A_aem_0NIVE1Ac2msp7X_sQSxvEg

Blog Plant Base Vegan Recipes Vegan Chocolate Frosty March 10, 2024 by deiv3 No Comments Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with the tantalizing allure of a Vegan Chocolate Frosty, a plant-based delight that marries the richness of cocoa with the creamy goodness of frozen bananas. This irresistible...

06/19/2024

Yesterday a co-worker gifted me fresh blueberries, so I made some jelly real quick before bedtime last night. I used 9 cups of berries, the juice of 2 lemons, 2 boxes of pectin and 5.5 cups of sugar. The sugar amount was considerably less than what most recipes will call for, but I just don’t like my jellies so sweet that I can’t enjoy the fruit taste. I have also found that generic pectin works just as well as the name brand. The results were yummy!

06/16/2024

A few comparisons of the different Kefir varieties out there. The last one I discussed is $15.99, quite pricy and I reverted to pronouncing it as “kee-fur” vs “keef-uur.” This post is meant to be informative and not fancy. 🥰

06/01/2024

I recently stuck unused celery in my herb bed and it continues to thrive! Instead of sticking celery back in the refrigerator, why not try putting it in some dirt for an endless supply. I simply water as needed when soil looks dry and keep in a sunny spot. Cheers.

04/06/2024

I am a fan of “bone broth sipping,” and wanted to share my un-recipe, recipe. I purchase my beef bones from a local grower and I roast them in the oven to bring out more flavor. I then purchase bell pepper, onion, garlic and celery, organic if possible, and sautéed in olive oil. I place the beef bones in a crock pot, covering with water, and adding my sautéed veggies. I season with salt, pepper, and other spices and slow cook for 10-12 hours. The aroma is inviting! The bones can be used up to 3-4 times, so I refreeze them and put in a ziplock bag with the date and number of times I have used them. I will post a video clip in the comment section. Enjoy!

03/23/2024

A great way to clean out the fridge for a quick “on-the-go” meal. Next time, I will add some collagen protein for extra mileage. Loved having some ginger to add to help ward off inflammation.

11/23/2022

I am making my recipe for pecan pie's tomorrow and I am very excited. I have not made a pecan pie in years. I am re-posting the recipe in case anyone wants to try it. I use brown rice syrup in place of corm syrup, but you don't have to. :)

Pecan Pie with Brown Rice Syrup
Healthy Southern Style



1 cup pecans, chopped1/3 cup brown sugar1/2 stick unsalted butter1 cup* brown rice syrup (a maltose/maltotriose sugar)2 tablespoons cornstarch3 eggs1 teaspoon vanillaPie shell(s), unbaked*If brown rice syrup is not available, light corn syrup will substitute nicely.



Preheat oven to 300° F and bake 40 minutes for pecan tarts and about 50-55 minutes for pies. This recipe makes 15 pie tarts or 1 deep dish pie.



In mixing bowl cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy, adding eggs, pecans, cornstarch, brown rice syrup, and vanilla. Mix well and pour into pie shells. Place pie shells on cookie sheet and transfer to oven and bake.



Using brown rice syrup in this pecan pie recipe adds flavor without unwanted sweetness that is common with most pecan pies.





A Holiday Favorite

10/03/2020

Here is an interesting read below about iodine baths. I am slowly switching over my household cleaning supplies to Branch Basics as heard on Dr. Caroline's Leaf's podcast. If you are interested in having fewer chemicals in your home, go to their website and enter "drleaf" to receive 15% off your first order. Mine is on its way and I am excited to begin swapping out some items and I enter the "chemical free zone."

If you’ve ever watched your little one(s) suffering from a virus, then you know how tempting it can be to reduce their fever. And it’s so easy. You give them a little cup of children’s NSAID and suddenly everyone’s feeling happier, sleeping better, and (let’s be honest) whining a whole lot...

03/31/2020

Here are a few herbs claiming to strengthen the lungs, for those who are interested in alternative ways to keep your respirations strong.

Handy Herbal Remedies for Great Respiratory Health You may think that air pollution is something that doesn’t really affect you. However, a sad truth of modern life is that practically all countries and societies on Earth are now under threat from this invisible menace. In 2016, the World Health O...

03/29/2020

I have been listening to Dr. Leaf for a few months now, and I love her down to earth approach. I thought I would share one of her recent articles on Wuhan Corona Virus.

The immune system works in a host defense in which the body uses barriers and chemical agents to fight against pathogens which can be viruses, bacteria, or other infectious agents. The immune system requires nutrients to aid in the ability to kill off pathogens as well as remove the debris from the....