Let’s Eat Real - Fermenting, Pickling, Canning, Recipes & More

03/05/2026

When you’re a sourdough dealer, you bring some starter with you to dinner for pick-up…. 😂

03/02/2026

Happy Monday!

Well, this is definitely not pretty but it sure is tasty! My quick breakfast this morning - two hard boiled eggs, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, a slice of hard cheese and some red cabbage sauerkraut 😋

03/01/2026

Quiz - without googling - where does cinnamon come from?
A. Dried cinnamon flowers
B. Ground cinnamon seeds
C. Inner bark of the cinnamon tree
D. The roots of a cinnamon tree

02/28/2026

Part 1

When you start shifting to real and whole foods, your taste buds and brain actually go through a very real reset. Here’s what’s happening:

🌱 1. Your Taste Buds Regenerate

Taste buds physically renew themselves about every 10–14 days. So when you remove ultra-processed foods (high sugar, artificial flavors, excess salt), your new taste buds aren’t constantly overstimulated.

Result: Natural flavors start tasting stronger.

🍭 2. Sugar Sensitivity Increases

Highly processed foods overload your dopamine system. When you cut back:
• Fruit starts tasting sweeter
• Plain yogurt tastes less sour
• Dark chocolate tastes richer
• Store-bought sweets may taste too sweet

Your brain recalibrates its “sweet baseline.”

🧂 3. Salt Threshold Drops

Packaged foods are extremely high in sodium.
When you eat mostly whole foods:
• You need less salt to feel satisfied
• Restaurant food may taste overly salty
• Subtle flavors (herbs, garlic, fermented tang) become more noticeable

🧠 4. Dopamine Balance Improves

Processed foods are engineered to be hyper-rewarding (the “bliss point”). Whole foods give a steadier reward response.

You may notice:
• Fewer intense cravings
• More satisfaction after meals
• Less need to snack constantly

🥦 5. Bitter & Sour Tolerance Improves

When you regularly eat:
• Fermented foods
• Fresh greens
• Real sourdough
• Vegetables

Your palate expands. Bitter and sour stop feeling harsh and start feeling complex.

This is one reason traditional food cultures include ferments, they train the palate.

⏳ Timeline: What Most People Notice

• 1st week: Cravings may spike.
• 2–3 weeks: Fruit tastes sweeter. Processed snacks taste artificial.
• 4–6 weeks: Strong shift - many people lose desire for ultra-sweet foods.

💛 The Big Picture

Your taste buds aren’t “broken.” They’re adaptable.

When you eat real food consistently:
• Your sensitivity improves
• Natural flavors intensify
• Cravings calm down
• Satisfaction increases

It’s less about restriction and more about retraining your palate.

02/27/2026

Everything bagel seasoned sourdough bread, raclette cheese, and onion jam! 🙌🏻

02/26/2026

Am I the only person that can’t stand a curved straw?? I’m forced to use my curved straw today because it’s the only fat one I have for my milk kefir, protein, chia smoothie… still yum!

02/26/2026

Use your dinner leftovers for breakfast!

Scramble two eggs in a small skillet. Add leftover protein and vegetables, and stir to combine and heat through. Transfer to a bowl and top with cheese of your choice.

02/24/2026

02/24/2026

Fridge Dump Protein Bowl

Quick & Easy Healthy Meal Using What You Have

This flexible, no-waste meal is perfect for busy days when you want something nourishing without following a strict recipe.

Ingredients
• 2–3 cups assorted vegetables, diced or sliced
• 1–2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin) or avocado oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Garlic powder, onion powder, or preferred seasonings
• 1–2 cups cooked protein of choice (chicken, steak, ground beef, sausage, tofu, beans, etc.), cubed or chopped
• Optional: cooked rice or quinoa for serving

Instructions
1. Prep the vegetables.
Dice or slice whatever vegetables you have on hand.
2. Sauté.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add vegetables and sauté until tender, stirring occasionally. Season generously with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices. Use a fork to test for doneness.
3. Add protein.
When vegetables are nearly cooked to your liking, stir in your cooked protein. Cover and heat on low for about 2 minutes, just until warmed through.
4. Serve.
Transfer to a bowl and enjoy as-is, or serve over rice or quinoa for a heartier meal.

02/16/2026

02/14/2026

11/23/2025

*Updated - SOLD OUT

They are ready for pick up 11/23/25. China Twp. 💜💜

🖤I will be closed for pick-ups I 11/24 & 11/25/25, returning 11/26/25🖤b