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Homemade Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

2/23/2025

 
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Homemade Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
  • Salt & pepper to taste Mix everything in a bowl, adjust seasoning to taste, and enjoy!

Healthier Sourdough Discard Gravy

2/1/2024

 
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To all the health-conscious moms out there, we've got a game-changing twist for your steaks – a healthier, sourdough discard gravy. Packed with the goodness of fermented flavors and probiotics, this option not only reduces food waste but also brings an extra dose of nutritional benefits to your family dinner table.

Ingredients:

Drippings from your cooked steak or chicken
Sourdough discard (about 1/4 cup)
Low-sodium broth (for a health-conscious choice)
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: Fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for added nutrients

Directions:

Liquid Gold Collection:
Begin by collecting those delectable drippings from the pan or pot – the base of your savory masterpiece.

Sourdough Discard Addition:
In the Instant Pot, add about 1/4 cup of sourdough discard to the drippings.
Switch to "Sauté" mode, and stir the sourdough discard into the drippings. Allow it to cook for 1-2 minutes, infusing your gravy with the unique tanginess and gut-friendly benefits of sourdough fermentation.

Low Sodium Broth Infusion:
Opt for a low-sodium broth for a heart-healthy alternative. Gradually pour it into the pot while stirring continuously to maintain a balanced flavor profile. Let the mixture simmer until it thickens, absorbing the wholesome essence of the sourdough discard.

Seasoning for Wellness:
Season the gravy with salt and pepper to taste. Consider adding fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for an extra nutritional boost.

Pour and Nourish:
Once your gravy reaches the perfect consistency, generously pour it over your perfectly cooked steak or chicken. Embrace the satisfaction of serving a nutritious, flavorful meal that aligns with your health-conscious lifestyle.

Moms, with this healthier sourdough discard gravy you're not just minimizing food waste; you're also infusing your cooked meat with the goodness of fermented nutrition. Enjoy the satisfaction of providing a meal that's as wholesome as it is delicious, making every bite a nourishing experience for your loved ones.

Homemade BBQ Sauce

1/27/2024

 
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Making homemade BBQ sauce is easy, healthier, and delicious. 

Ingredients: 
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup monk fruit with erythritol (Easy substitution: brown sugar packed or raw honey)
2 tablespoons ground mustard
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional if you have littles)
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions: 
  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together all ingredients. 
  2. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to simmer, stirring often.
  3. Simmer for 6-8 minutes until thickened, then remove from the heat.
  4. Use the sauce immediately or pour it into an airtight food storage container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Healthy and Easy Homemade Mayonnaise

6/1/2022

 
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Have you noticed how condiments can take your meal from healthy to unhealthy? Whether it's the unnecessary addition of sugar or soybean oil, many include ingredients such as added oils that are missing from the beautiful marketing on the front of the bottle or jar! Oils like soybean, canola, and other "seed" oils are highly oxidized oils with highly inflammatory effects on the entire body. The best options are organic, cold, and expeller-pressed coconut or avocado oils. Unlike seed oils, these healthy oils really do come from vegetables! 

This fresh homemade mayonnaise has no sugar, artificial ingredients, or soy. It tastes so delicious you will never go back too store-bought again.

Yields about a Pint

​Ingredients:
1 Large Egg (room temperature)
1 1/2 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar or White Vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Granulated garlic
Kosher salt to taste
1 cup Avocado Oil

Optional ingredients to add or omit:
Paprika
Dill
Chives
Parsley

Directions:
  1. Start by layering each ingredient as listed into a mason jar (eggs must be on the bottom).
  2. Add the egg, vinegar, pinch of salt, Dijon mustard, and garlic.
  3. Using an emulsion blender, blend the mixture for about 5-6 seconds.
  4. Slowly add the avocado oil and blend for about 25-30 seconds.

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    I am a homemaker and Home Educator of our four children at Soaring Pine Private Academy. Gratitude fills my heart for each day that God blesses me with my sweet family. I invite you to explore my blog, where I share our homeschooling adventures from our home nestled in the woods, along with delightful recipes and more!

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