Friday Open House: The October Kitchen
"Until I discovered cooking, I was never really interested in anything"
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Hey, have you ever thought about why you crave sweets when you're feeling stressed? Well, it turns out that "stressed" spelled backwards is "desserts"! Now it all makes sense why I find myself reaching for a slice of pie for breakfast every November. It's like my body is telling me that a little bit of sugar is the perfect antidote for my daily stressors. Anyone else feel the same way?
This week’s Open House features The Kitchen, where I part my knowledge. Tricks of the trade revealed.
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“Until I discovered cooking, I was never really interested in anything.” - Julia Child
The Spice Confidante:
Nothing evokes the spirit of fall like the dance of aromas in a warm kitchen. But who says it has to be hard work?
Quick Fix:
Grab a pot, throw in orange slices, a cinnamon stick, a pinch of nutmeg, and a few cloves.
Collect fresh citrus slices, a handful of cloves, a few sprigs of rosemary, and a cinnamon stick.
Simmer your ingredients in a small pot of water. Adjust the amounts to suit the size of your kitchen or aromatic preference.
Let this gentle potpourri simmer on low, refilling water as needed. Enjoy the rich, embracing scents wafting through your home.
Pro-tip:
Add apple cider to the mix for an extra layer of warmth!
Where to Find:
Here's the not-so-secret: quality spice blends can mimic hours of simmering and layering flavors. Start collecting spice blends today and spice up your life with iSpice!
The Insider’s Scoop:
Did you know most gourmet stores will create custom blends?
For a diverse range of organic, aromatic herbs, explore the vibrant collection at Raw Spice Bar, where you can find freshly ground spices sourced from across the globe.