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Archives for July 2017

33July 27, 2017Food Preservation by Erica

Do You Really Need Whey For Successful Lacto-Fermentation?

When is whey necessary for a successful lacto-ferment? Why do people call something “lacto” fermented if it doesn’t contain any dairy? This article answers your questions about whey, dairy starters, and their relationship to lacto-fermentation.

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16July 25, 2017Cooking by Erica

Stream Of Consciousness Frittata

It’s not really a recipe. More like a technique everyone should know, and me talking to my food.

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0July 22, 2017Productive Home by Erica

Productive Home Weekly Report: 7/22/17

An attempt to log weekly productive home achievements. Please join in!

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418July 20, 2017Food Preservation by Erica

Reusing Pickle Brine – How To Safely Get Double Duty From Your Pickles

When it’s safe to reuse pickle brine – and when it isn’t. Plus a zillion ideas for how to use that tasty leftover brine once all the pickles are eaten.

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16July 18, 2017Cooking by Erica

Dark Cherry and Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

This easy ice cream recipe is chock full of sweet dark cherries and mini chocolate chips.

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10July 17, 2017Cooking by Erica

The Drifter Cucumber and Basil Cocktail

This might be the most delicious thing I’ve sipped in a good long while. It’s a kissing cousin to the Basil Bliss, but the addition of fresh, juicy cucumber takes everything in a more refreshing direction. While the cucumber strip garnish isn’t necessary, it’s easy to do and really helps make this drink visually impressive. Try…

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1July 15, 2017Productive Home by Erica

Productive Home Weekly Report: 7/15/17

An attempt to log weekly productive home achievements. Please join in!

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14July 12, 2017Food Preservation by Erica

Cherry Salsa with Tequila and Cilantro

Fresh dark sweet cherries pair up with red onion, lime juice, cilantro and a glug of tequila for an easy but delicious and versatile salsa. A savory way to preserve our brief cherry season.

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20July 10, 2017Food Preservation by Erica

6 Simple Tricks To Make Canning Easier

Six of my absolute best tricks to make my canning simpler, easier and more efficient – without sacrificing safety!

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0July 8, 2017Productive Home by Erica

Productive Home Weekly Report: 7/8/17

An attempt to log weekly productive home achievements. Please join in!

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3July 7, 2017Recent Posts by Erica

5 Things Friday: 7/7/17

This week’s Five Things Friday randomness: best tool for cherry season, greening the desert, my favorite place to sit, iceberg lassoing, and more.

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43July 5, 2017Gardening by Erica

July Gardening Chores For The Pacific Northwest

Everything the Pacific Northwest edible gardener needs to know and do in July. Includes free, downloadable Garden To Do checklist.

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Hi! I'm Erica, the founder of NWEdible and the author of The Hands-On Home. I garden, keep chickens and ducks, homeschool my two kids and generally run around making messes on my one-third of an acre in suburban Seattle. Thanks for reading!

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