Herbalism & Herbal Recipes
Homebrewing: Mead, Wine, and More
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Welcome to Pixie's Pocket! I am Amber Shehan, and I am a hobbit-like, tipsy fae creature who resides in Western North Carolina - herbalist, author, educator, brewer of wines and meads, and a lazy gardener.
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Wild Fermented Dandelion Wine
It is a beautiful spring, but I’m singing the blues. I’m down to my last bottle of dandelion wine from last year, and now I have to make more! It will be months before I can drink more of this delicious nectar.
Linden Leaf Salad: Foraging, Identification, and Use
Every part of the linden tree is edible, and in the early spring, the leaves are especially delicious salad greens.
Wild Greens Pesto
Pesto is a perfect way to preserve the wild greens that grow in your yard and garden. Go beyond basil and forage some goodies to include in your next batch!
Foraging and Creating Violet Herbal Remedies
One of the earliest Spring flowers to appear, violets are a balm for the winter-tired soul! They are edible, abundant, and also useful in many herbal preparations.
Let’s Talk About: Catnip Herbal Remedies
Most people think of cats first when catnip comes up in conversation, but did you know that you can enjoy it too? Just maybe not as much as a cat…
Bread Mania
An essay on the connection between baking bread and mental health – originally published on Medium in May 2020.
Earl Grey Cordial Recipe
Earl Grey Cordial is easy to make, a delight to sip, and a definite crowd pleaser. Make your own to enjoy or to give as gifts.
Elderberry Mead: Make Your Own One Gallon Batch!
Elderberries are an excellent food and medicine when cooked or fermented. It makes a delicious and beautifully colored mead or wine, too!
Make your own Ginger Wine: One Gallon Recipe
Ginger makes a lovely wine, warming to the heart and soul in the depths of the cold seasons! It also helps settle the tummy, so makes an excellent after-dinner tipple.
![Bacon Fat Gingersnaps [and Honey Cream Cheese Dip] from Pixiespocket.com - a rich, delicious cookie with a smoky twist! Beautiful when paired with the heavenly honey cream cheese dip.](https://www.pixiespocket.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/creamcheese-honeydip-square-web-978x1024-landscape.jpg "Bacon Fat Gingersnaps [and Honey Cream Cheese Dip] from Pixiespocket.com")
Bacon Fat Gingersnaps [and Honey Cream Cheese Dip]
I know, I know, bacon is so played out. But if you save your bacon grease like we do, you can turn it into salty, smoky, spiced gingersnaps that will knock your socks off!
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