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Big Book of Bread
The Big Book of Bread by King Arthur Baking Company: A Bread Lover’s Favorite There are some cookbooks that you read, and then there are cookbooks that make you want to head straight to the kitchen. The Big Book of Bread by King Arthur Baking Company is definitely the second kind. What I love about…
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Ceylon Cinnamon
Ceylon cinnamon, also known as “true cinnamon,” is one of my favorite little finds. It has a delicate, naturally sweet flavor and is much smoother than regular cinnamon. It also contains far less coumarin, a natural compound that can be hard on the liver in large amounts over time. Since I use cinnamon regularly, I…
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Aluram Shampoo
I’m pretty careful about the products I use, especially when it comes to what I put on my hair. Aluram shampoo has become one of those products I’m happy to recommend. I love that it’s vegan and cruelty-free, and free from sulfates, parabens, and gluten. It’s also color-safe and made with botanical extracts. What I…
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Purity Coffee
If you’re looking for the best organic coffee, Purity Coffee is one brand I recommend. I’m always looking for products that offer real quality and care, and Purity really stands out to me. My favorite is FLOW. I love the smooth taste, but I also like knowing how Purity sources and tests its coffee. Purity…
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Sour Cream
Homemade sour cream is one of those simple kitchen staples that’s incredibly easy to make, yet tastes so fresh, creamy, and delicious. All you need is 1 cup of heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of buttermilk. Mix them together, let the mixture sit and culture, and you’ll have homemade sour cream ready to enjoy. It’s perfect…
