Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
Think tomatoes are the king of ketchup? Think again. King Boletes, aka porcini mushrooms, make for a surprisingly tangy twist on this favorite condiment.
With only a handful of dried porcini mushrooms and some good soy sauce, you can create a double umami knockout perfect for punching up all of your seasonings, marinades, stir-fries, soups, and more.
Combine foraged porcini mushrooms with a few simple ingredients to create an umami bomb that can be used to make a basic cup of broth, elevate soups and sauces, be taken hiking or camping, or even be packaged up to make homemade instant noodle soup.
Why import teas from the other side of the planet, when you can pick herbs from your own neck of the woods? Strawberry leaf and Navajo teas are two tasty alternatives to green tea, if you live in the Rockies or SW.
An easy way to prepare yucca blossoms (often described as tasting like artichoke), preserved in a flavorful oil in the style of marinated artichoke hearts.
