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Known as "The Bard" in Scotland, the poet Robert Burns is more likely known to you as that guy who wrote Auld Lang Syne. You know, that song everyone seems to know just enough of to sing at the stroke of midnight on New Year's eve. Tomorrow, January 25th, is the day that his life is celebrated in the UK and wherever else Scots may be. One of the traditional dishes served is this soup. Called cock-a-leekie soup, because it's traditionally made with roosters (aka cocks) and leeks, it's a delicious bowl of warmth with a surprising ingredient one wouldn't think to include... prunes. They add a nice bit of sweetness that you didn't realize you needed. Whether you're celebrating Burns day or not, you'll enjoy how easy it is to make this soup, and enjoy eating it even more. So come on over for a visit to get the recipe and feel free to tag a friend and to share! https://mostly-greek.com/2019/10/14/scottish-cock-a-leekie-soup/ . . . . . #mostlygreek #eattheworld #storyofmytable #greekfood #cookingfromscratch #heresmyfood #greekcooking #foodblogeats #gardentotable #mediterraneandiet #myopenkitchen #noleftovers #onmyplate #eattherainbow #eatrealfood #huffposttaste #bhgfood #inseason #eatpretty #foodwinewomen #cookit #homecookedmeal #bbcgoodfood @foodblogfeed #foodblogfeed @thefeedfeed #feedfeed #soupseason #burnsnight #robertburns

Okay, stay with me here. There is a lot of emphasis on eating healthy foods, and for good reason, but what really should be focused on is eating REAL food. How many times do we see research pointing to the health problems caused by artificially created ingredients and overly processed foods? And how many times do we see information that supports a well balanced diet, with real ingredients, being the reason for long and healthy lives? So ditch the fake shortening and margarine, and use the tried-and-true ingredients. The flavor can't be beat! It's also incredibly easy to make your own and uses materials you were likely throwing out anyway! Come on over to find out how, and please tag a friend and share! https://mostly-greek.com/2020/01/23/rendered-fat-tallow-lard-and-schmaltz . . . . . . #mostlygreek #eattheworld #storyofmytable #greekfood #cookingfromscratch #heresmyfood #greekcooking #foodblogeats #gardentotable #mediterraneandiet #myopenkitchen #noleftovers #onmyplate #eattherainbow #eatrealfood #huffposttaste #bhgfood #inseason #eatpretty #foodwinewomen #cookit #homecookedmeal #bbcgoodfood @foodblogfeed #foodblogfeed @thefeedfeed #feedfeed #realfood #nowaste #schmaltz

If you're a fan of seafood and beer, then this is the dish for you! If not, give it a try anyway!! It's dead simple to make, can be customized with your seasonings of choice, and results in tender shellfish bathing in a delectable broth that you then get to soak up unabashedly with chunks of hearty bread. Serve in bowls or over pasta, whatever floats your boat! Come on over for a visit to get the recipe, and be sure to tag a friend and to share! https://mostly-greek.com/2019/04/18/buttery-beer-seafood-bake/ . . . . . . #mostlygreek #eattheworld #storyofmytable #greekfood #cookingfromscratch #heresmyfood #greekcooking #foodblogeats #gardentotable #mediterraneandiet #myopenkitchen #noleftovers #onmyplate #eattherainbow #eatrealfood #huffposttaste #bhgfood #inseason #eatpretty #foodwinewomen #cookit #homecookedmeal #bbcgoodfood @foodblogfeed #foodblogfeed @thefeedfeed #feedfeed @mccormickspice #mccormickspice #seafoodrecipes #seafood #shellfish #dinnerisserved

This cream of mushroom soup is one of the greatest ironies in my life. I hate mushrooms. Despise them. I pick even the smallest slivers of them out of any food that has been contaminated by their presence. Yet I make this soup on purpose and do so willingly. And then I eat it and get seconds when I'm done! I don't know what else to tell you other than that it's really good! So whether you like mushrooms (weirdo), or you're like me, this soup will be enjoyed by everyone. Come on over for a visit to get the recipe, and be sure to tag a friend and to share! https://mostly-greek.com/2017/12/03/cream-of-mushroom-soup/ . . . . . #mostlygreek #eattheworld #storyofmytable #greekfood #cookingfromscratch #heresmyfood #greekcooking #foodblogeats #gardentotable #mediterraneandiet #myopenkitchen #noleftovers #onmyplate #eattherainbow #eatrealfood #huffposttaste #bhgfood #inseason #eatpretty #foodwinewomen #cookit #homecookedmeal #bbcgoodfood @foodblogfeed #foodblogfeed @thefeedfeed #feedfeed #mushrooms #soupweather #soupseason #whatsfordinner #dinnertime

The smell even wafted into the house.😣☠☠☠ . . . . . #mostlygreek #vegetablegarden #urbangardening #ediblegarden #flowergarden #herbgarden #growyourownfood #naturalgarden #organicgardening #organicgarden #californialiving #californialife #gardentotable #urbanhomestead #backyardfarm #farmher #hobbyfarm #smallfarm #urbanfarm #growwhatyoueat #urbangardener #growyourfood #organicgardener #gardentherapy #inmygarden #bhgpets #catsaresilly #catsofinstagram #stupidcat #smellycat

So what in the name of all that is Holy is this mess here?? Not everything I make is meant to be eaten! This is the start of the best way I know to make a hot, roaring fire, either for your home hearth or for your campfire away from home. This is an accumulation of old candles, wax from cheese, and random odds and ends of wax that I save up to make what I call little fire bombs. The wax is drizzled over wads of shredded paper that are nestled in cardboard egg cartons. They burn hot, long, and get a fire going in seconds! I have instructions complete with step by step pictures, as always, at the link. So come on over to find out how you, too, can have a cozy fire with little effort. Please be sure to tag a friend and to share! https://mostly-greek.com/2017/10/27/fire-starter-bombs/ . . . . . #mostlygreek #nowaste #repurposed #reducewaste #reduceyourwaste #carbonfootprint #selfsufficient #selfsufficiency #reducereuserecycle #urbanhomestead #suburbanhomestead #camping #campfire #californialiving #californialife #lowimpact

You've probably heard of breakfast before. You know, that meal that we all push aside in our quest to get on the road to work before rush hour traffic sets in. Here's a suggestion for you: make something you can eat on the go, or even eat outside of a car and do so with ease. These sourdough cinnamon-raisin rolls fit the bill perfectly. Make a bunch in advance and you'll have a tasty treat that nourishes and satisfies, but without being a total sugar bomb (which is not really a good breakfast). Like so many of the things I make, the process is pretty easy and the payout is huge! Come on over for a visit to get the recipe, and please feel free to tag a friend and to share! https://mostly-greek.com/2020/01/17/sourdough-cinnamon-raisin-rolls/ . . . . . #mostlygreek #eattheworld #storyofmytable #greekfood #cookingfromscratch #heresmyfood #greekcooking #foodblogeats #gardentotable #mediterraneandiet #myopenkitchen #noleftovers #onmyplate #eattherainbow #eatrealfood #huffposttaste #bhgfood #inseason #eatpretty #foodwinewomen # bakingday #sourdough #breakfast #cookit #homecookedmeal #bbcgoodfood @foodblogfeed #foodblogfeed @thefeedfeed #feedfeed #kingarthurflour @chsugar @mccormickspice #mccormickspice @bobsredmill #marksofmaking @sunmaid

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