February 27 is National Kahlúa Day, so time to share how to make some of this tasty liqueur on your own. It’s easy, and given the cost of the store-bought kind, this homesteader likes to make my own that is far less expensive. Uses of Kahlúa […]
Elder or elderberry is a Southwest native somewhat shrubby tree. Virtually all parts of the plant are used. In my book on Father Kino’s Herbs, I list these uses: “Cosmetic, Culinary, Dye, Edible Flowers, Medicinal, Ornamental, Wildlife.” What’s in a Name As with any useful […]
My dilemma – the lemon trees still have fruit on them and are starting to flower. Problem with more lemon fruit is that I am full up! I have frozen lemon juice for lemon aid this summer, not to mention jars of lemon marmalade, jars […]
Agarita berries are some of the earliest fruits to harvest in our region. The berries are tart for sure – but I like the flavor better than strawberries. Finding Agarita Mind you agarita is not something found in Low Desert around Phoenix – it’s more […]
