Whole Lemon Brussel Sprouts with Red Chili Flakes

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Whole Lemon Brussel Sprouts with Red Chili Flakes

I’ve just received a motherload of Meyer lemons, which I’m honestly pretty thrilled about, and in true Compost and Cava fashion, I’ve challenged myself to not waste any of them. Like, any of them. I hate food waste of any kind, and you can actually enjoy the whole Meyer lemon, peel included.

That’s right, get ready to eat some Meyer lemon peels, y’all. If you just made a face and said, “Ew, that’s gross!” please remember that you once also thought boys had cooties and wine tasted gross, so sit back down and keep reading.

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Airstream Basecamp: Camping at Sideways Brewery & Farm

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Airstream Basecamp: Camping at Sideways Brewery & Farm

Two of my favorite things: beer and goats. (You may recall my infatuation with goat yoga?) This past weekend, we took our Airstream Basecamp out to Sideways Farm & Brewery for our first Harvest Host stay! Sideways Farm & Brewery is an adorable micro-farm that specializes in creative small-batch craft beer that gains its carbonation from local honey.

Harvest Host stays are short and sweet, so for today’s post I’m giving you the play-by-play. Read on for 24 Hours at Sideways Farm & Brewery, and how to make the most of your trip.

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Green Tomato Recipe: Savory Green Tomato BLT Cobbler

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Green Tomato Recipe: Savory Green Tomato BLT Cobbler

The original concept for this recipe was actually a green tomato pie, but frankly, I suck at pie crust. After two failed attempts, I got my brilliant idea to do a savory green tomato cobbler, and let me tell you, it’s much easier and much more delicious.

One of my other favorite comfort foods is a yummy BLT with crispy bacon, good quality bread, and a basil mayo, which inspired this green tomato and bacon-based savory cobbler. It’s warm, fluffy, juicy, and filled with the flavors of summer… and I think we could all use a little pick-me-up this year, right?!

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Green Tomato Salsa Recipe

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Green Tomato Salsa Recipe

I have an enormous bin chock full of green tomatoes, thanks to a voracious mouse in my garden who is partial to ripening tomatoes. I would rather parcel this massive quantity of produce out than spend the next couple weeks buying veggies from the store and suddenly be swamped with more ripe red tomatoes than I can handle.

Good news: green tomatoes are not only edible, but they can also be flavorful and delicious when used properly! Any gal raised in the South will immediately think of the beloved favorite, fried green tomatoes, but they have so many more uses. Get your chips ready: today we’re diving into my green tomato salsa recipe!

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Cooking with Kale Stems: Healthy Spinach Artichoke Dip with Kale Stems

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Cooking with Kale Stems: Healthy Spinach Artichoke Dip with Kale Stems

Did you know kale stalks are edible and also delicious? If you’re contemplating cooking with kale stems, whether to pinch pennies, consume more nutrients and fiber, or reduce your food waste, you should start out with this healthy take on a traditional spinach and artichoke dish!

Kale stems pack a serious nutritional punch, but they also add a much-needed crunch to your favorite recipe.

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Carrot Top Recipe: Mediterranean Couscous

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Carrot Top Recipe: Mediterranean Couscous

If cooking with carrot tops sounds wild to you, I’ve got an easy, crowd-pleasing carrot green couscous recipe to get you started, you party animal.

Incorporating carrot greens into your diet is a great way to boost your veggie and fiber intake, cook on a budget, and reduce your food waste and environmental impact.

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12 Eco-friendly and Frugal Ways to Prep Your House for Sale

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12 Eco-friendly and Frugal Ways to Prep Your House for Sale

Getting your house ready for sale is NOT going down as your shining moment on your zero waste journey. Let’s just get that out in the open. 

There are, however, still ways to make greener and more eco-friendly choices while you get your home ready to put on the market! Here are some of the ways I stayed true to my eco-friendly ideals last month while prepping my house for listing.

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3 Holistic Ways to Relieve Laryngitis

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3 Holistic Ways to Relieve Laryngitis

Laryngitis and losing your voice can throw a huge wrench into your routine., but fortunately you can find relief quickly and easily with a few simple ingredients.

Here are three holistic treatments that are natural and chemical free, the perfect solutions for those striving for a zero waste life.

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15 Upcycled Gifts Every Mom Will Love

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15 Upcycled Gifts Every Mom Will Love

My mom is the original “upcycler”. She can turn mushy leftovers into culinary delights, old t-shirts into kid’s clothes, broken toys into newfound playthings.

In honor of my momma, I’ve rounded up 15 Upcycled Gifts Every Mom Will Love!

Why upcycled? Because upcycling is the process of turning old things into raw materials for something new and even cooler. It’s way more eco-friendly and sustainable than simply buying something new, plus there’s just that “cool factor” that comes with the creativity involved!

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How to Upcycle a Craft Liquor Box into an Adorable Craft Organizer

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How to Upcycle a Craft Liquor Box into an Adorable Craft Organizer

Crafting clutter will surely be my undoing, so today I’m going to show you how to upcycle a wood craft cocktail box into an adorable craft organizer!

Your crafting clutter will be organized, portable, and in a stylish box now rescued from the landfill!

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