Feeding my starter to keep it active 😆
1/3 cup all purpose flour
1/4 cup water
This isn’t a gluten free option but it is a healthier option of bread. Sourdough bread fosters good bacteria for your gut through the fermentation process. It has a lower glycemic index which means it won’t cause your blood sugar to rise drastically when eating it.
#sourdoughstarter #sourdoughbread #sourdoughlove #sourdoughlover #feedyourstarter #guthealthrecipes #guthealthyfood #guthealthmatters
Sourdough cheese crackers 🧀
I'm finding new ways to use my sourdough discard. I do my best to not be wasteful. This recipe was really simple & tasted great!!
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sourdough discard
- 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- salt for sprinkling
Preheat oven to 375. Combine butter and flour in a mixing bowl. Use your hands to rub the butter into the flour until it looks like sand. Add sourdough discard and mix. Add cheese and combine until it forms into a ball. Turn dough onto a piece of parchment paper. Top with another piece of parchment paper. Roll out as thin as you can with a rolling pin. Cut into squares and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt. Bake for 10-15 minutes turning the pan 1/2 way through. Crackers should have a lightly brown edge when finished. Allow to cool on baking sheet. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
#sourdoughbaking #sourdoughdiscard #sourdoughdiscardrecipe #sourdoughdiscardrecipes #sourdoughdiscardbaking #sourdoughbaking #homemade #homemadefood
Experimented with whole wheat flour 🧐 (Definitely a learning curve)
This is a jalapeño cheddar loaf 🍞 Threw in some slices for a design. I am pleased with the results ☺️
This bread making, and truly anything you create yourself, takes time. Do you have to plan it out? Sure you do! Managing your time wisely is how you become successful.
I create things for my family all while working a full time job, caring for my household, & working on my small business. Take the baby steps & I promise it will open up a whole new avenue of exploring 😆
#wholewheatbread #wholewheatsourdough #homemadebread #breadmaking #breadlove #sourdoughbread #makeyourown #makeyourownbread #homestead #homesteading #homesteadlife
First go at sourdough pizza and it was delicious!!
I believe I have this bread making down now and I honestly don’t think I’ll go back to store bought. The taste is absolutely better, less toxic, & made with love ❤️ There’s just something about homemade products that makes it sooooo much more enjoyable!! ☺️
If you would like to dabble in making your own food or products we should chat!!
#sourdoughbaking #sourdoughpizza #homemadefood #homemadebread #deliciousfood #deliciousness #lesstoxicliving #madewithlove #homestead #homesteading #homesteadlife
Doing my thang with the sourdough!! Pizza on the menu for tonight.
With all the preservatives in store bought bread, I am happy to spend my time and energy on healthy alternatives for myself & my family.
For anyone who is interested in adding healthy alternatives to their busy schedule but thinks they don’t have the time or energy for it. Let’s chat!!
#sourdoughbaking #sourdoughbread #makeyourown #preservativefree #preservativefreefood #lesstoxicliving
My first try at sourdough bread was a success 😆
Definitely have to plan out bread making but it is totally worth the effort!!
If you or anyone you know is interested in implementing natural sustainable solutions to their busy lifestyle, let’s chat! I’d love to share my tips & tricks!
#sourdoughbread #sourdoughlove #sourdoughbaking #makeyourown #breadmaker #breadlove #cookfromscratch
I haven't bought detergent from the store in quite sometime!
You can make your own too ☺️ It's pretty simple. Hardest part is grating up the soap. 3 simple ingredients:
- 1 cup Grated soap
- 1/2 cup Washing soda
- 1 cup Baking soda
Add all ingredients into a container with a lid mix around, shake around & BOOM!! You have laundry detergent AND you know exactly what's in it and what you are exposing your delicate skin to ☺️
#laundrysoap #makeyourown #create #nontoxic #nontoxicliving #nontoxiccleaning #nontoxichome #nontoxicproducts
Love yo self 🥰😆
Don’t let this holiday bring you down if you’re riding solo! Make today about YOU and practice that self love!!
#happyvalentinesday #valentines #selflovery #selfloveisthebestlove #loveyourself #treatyourself
Do your research 🧐
Quick fixes are not in the best interest of your health & wellness. When symptoms arise, take the time to tune into your body and get to the root cause.
Our body has the power to heal itself by itself if treated properly. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with an illness do some research. Try things out before hopping on meds.
#lıstentoyourbody #listentoyourgut #listentoyourskin #rootcause #rootcausehealing #doyourownresearch #healyourself #healyourgut #healyourbody #holisticwellbeing #holisticlife #tuneintoyourbody
In some cases people are held back by the idea that they have to go to the gym to live an active lifestyle. This is far from the truth!! The gym aligns with some and not for others.
The important part is to focus on what aligns with you, your body, & the goals you have. And MOVE THAT BODY in the ways that feel right to YOU! Not anyone else ☺️
I work out more from home these days and I’m ok with that! As long as I’m moving my body I feel good 😎
#moveyourbody #moveyourbodyeveryday #dowhatsbestforyou #homeworkouts #physicalfitness #physicalactivities #healthymovements #justdoit #onestepatatime #yougotthis
How do you enjoy being creative?
Being creative gives you a voice, nurtures your confidence, boosts learning & problem solving, & is good for your mental health.
I enjoy creating making natural products for myself and others to enjoy. Not only does it play a role in living a non toxic lifestyle but it something I feel good about spending my time on ☺️
Whatever creative outlet you choose, carve out time for it and boost your mental wellness!!
#create #createexplore #creative #creativity #creation #creations #mentalwellbeing #confident #boostyourconfidence #learn #problemsolving
Are you a creator?
I plan to create more in 2024. Being creative brings joyful feelings and can help boost your self esteem. Now I don’t know about you, but I say we could use more of this in 2024!
Search for your creative side and do more of the things that bring you joy 🤩
#create #creative #creation #creator #joy #joyful #selfesteem #selfesteemboost #selfesteembuilding
Do you have a vision of what you would like 2024 to look like?
Maybe you set a new year resolution or you pick a word to guide you through the year. Whatever it looks like for you, this is a GREAT time for a fresh start and I wish you all the best in 2024!!
Here’s to a great year 🥂
#newyear #newvision #freshstart #goals #goalsetting #happynewyear #visionboard #smallsteps #bigresults #takeitslow
Today was the day 😆
My colorful dish was photographed to be published in the local Healthscope magazine!! I am stoked for this opportunity and grateful they ask me to be featured ☺️
To any of my local peeps look out for the spring edition. I can’t wait to see it!!!
#beautifulfood #beautifulfoods #colorful #colorfulfood #colorfulfoods #eattherainbow #healthyfoods #healthy #healthyrecipes
Cut my latest batch of soap to begin the curing process. They turned out so good 😊
I’ve recently been studying to perfect my soap making skills and I’ve learned a LOT! I’m so excited this batch turned out as I wanted it to 😆 There is a lot of effort that goes into making a pretty batch of soap and when it turns out as you expected, the excitement is REAL!!
I am proud to put my efforts into creating handmade, non-toxic products for my family and others ☺️
#soap #soapmaking #soapmaker #soapcutting #nontoxic #nontoxicproducts #nontoxicbeauty #nontoxicmama #handmade
What’s in your gift bags this season? 🎁
I chose handmade gift bags this year! I’m grateful to have the tools to gift these things to my loved ones ☺️
Gifting handmade, non-toxic, healthy items is something I feel good about. (And saved me money as well) I also feel that it takes away a lot of the unnecessary stress of buying the “perfect” gift. What is better than a gift from someone that has your health & wellbeing in mind?
#healthy #healthygifts #healthandwellbeing #handmade #handmadewithlove #handmadegifts #giftingseason #givethegiftofhealth #nontoxic #nontoxicliving #healthyrecipes #healthyrecipeshare
Being resourceful is something I have learned to be highly rewarding 🎗️
I pruned my aloe plant to promote new growth & a healthy plant. And there's NO WAY I'd throw out this medicinal goodness! Aloe is highly known to heal burns, scrapes, cuts, & even bug bites. Have you ever applied this to your facial regimen? Try it one day & see how glowing your skin is!!!
And getting it straight from the plant beats buying a product with added toxins!! I will forever have an aloe plant in my home ☺️
#aloevera #aloe #aloeveragel #aloeplant #aloeveraforever #medicinal #medicinalplant #medicinalplants #plantlover #plantlife #plantlove #plantpruning #resourceful #resourcefulliving
It's soup season 🍵
I whipped up some lentil soup yesterday and it was delicious and packed full of veggies 🤤
#soupseason #homemadesoup #delicious #nutritious #souplover #madefromscratch #veggiefood #veggielover
Do you plan out your meals for the week or just wing it 🤔
Here are my favorite perks to meal planning:
-Save money when you shop with a plan
- Eat healthier
- Stress less when you plan ahead
I'm a fan of crock pot meals. Throw it in and let it cook all day and when dinner time rolls around you have a delicious meal!! This Greek chicken is one of my favorites! Paired with quinoa 😋 And overnight oats are so simple and taste delicious the next day. Topped with toppings of your choice. I paired banana and granola with this mixture.
#mealprepping #mealpreps #mealprepideas #plan #planahead #haveaplan #stressless #stressfree
My first attempt at body butter was a success 🎉
The whipped body butter are in jars. This moisturizing mixture is African shea butter, Mango butter, and infused lavender almond oil.
The original body butter are in the molds. This moisturizing mixture includes African shea butter, Mango butter, and Calendula infused olive oil.
The ingredients used are all very beneficial in hydrating and calming the skin. Very necessary during the dry, cooler weather.
#bodybutter #bodybutters #moisturizing #calming #allnatural #allnaturalskincare #allnaturalproducts #allnaturalingredients #handmade #nontoxicskincare #nontoxicbeauty #nontoxicliving
