Make Vanilla Extract

Today I managed to decant some vanilla extract I started last year, start some vanilla sugar, and lemon extract. I also made two loaves of wheat bread.  Vanilla extract is easily made, but not cheap.  Vodka is the generally preferred alcohol for beginners. You can then start trying various types to craft a unique blend. …

Extracts, Sugar, and Bread Oh My

This won’t be the sexiest post ever made but I wanted to test the updated app for the phone. The last time I tried using it, a couple years ago, the posts just disappeared. Today I took care of a few small tasks on my list. I decanted the vanilla extract I started a year …

Homemade Custard Pie

In this video, I take you step-by-step through making a real custard pie. This isn’t a box mix, or made with pudding. This is a real, eggs and milk custard pie with graham cracker crust. It isn’t a short video either. So, grab some coffee, get comfy, and watch.

Ground Beef, Portion Control, and Inflation

In this video, I talk about the cost of ground beef, and the importance of portion control during this time of inflation. Using a food scale I explain why I choose the weight of beef for single servings, and show two methods of preparing those servings for the freezer. Please like, rumble, and comment. Share …