A pilgrimage to resource efficiency 

Easy dinner Recipes

The Blogging Pilgrim

    Old world self-sufficiency in a new world … 

So much of our lives literally revolves around the kitchen. We eat all our meals together there, sharing the day’s challenges and successes. It served as the school room and the family room for playing games. Plans for the day and the future are discussed and solidified over food and drink. The bills get paid, records are kept and taxes figured there. Seeds are spread on the table while planning the garden and jars are sorted and filled there at harvest time. Quilts and clothes get cut and sewn on that table. Neighbors and friends are always welcome to share a cup of coffee and baked goods of the day. Wonderful memories reside in the kitchen while delightful new, little people come to add their chapters.

Cream of Salsify Soup

I have to admit, I had no idea what salsify was. After doing some research, I found seeds and will be trying this new crop in my garden this year. You can find these rare, open-pollinated, Heirloom Garden Seeds at Victory Seeds.

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Corn Pudding

We think of pudding as a sweet dessert but ‘back in the day’ they were made with fruit, vegetables, bread and/or eggs. I might call this pudding more of a quiche.

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