The Holidays can amplify time issues. Believe me, I know. If time has slipped away from you, the Old Bohemian Homestead last-minute Christmas list may just be what you need. And why not sign up to receive Old Bohemian Homestead posts so next year you can join … Continue Reading ››
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Candy Cane Steamers (A Fiction-Inspired Drink)
Izzy's Candy Cane Steamers
Novelists are notorious for being sentimental about their characters, and I'm no exception. When Hailey, the heroine of All I Want For Christmas, the first installment in the Sweet Serenades Christmas novella series, is rejected by the man she loves, her best friend Izzy comforts her … Continue Reading ››
Candy Cane Syrup (Homemade From Scratch Recipe)
Candy Cane Syrup Recipe
This article contains affiliate links. Christmas without candy canes would be like a snowman without a carrot nose, Santa's sleigh without reindeer, or a mailman without a growling dog... Oh, hold on there...Ah, but you get the idea. Peppermint is a flavor that is quintessentially Christmas. It just makes sense to include, and even … Continue Reading ››
The Feasts of Christmas
Pumpkin Spice Latte Syrup (Homemade from Scratch Recipe)
Oh my goodness, what a treat! I'm talking about a pumpkin spice latte made from your own wholesome and delicious syrup! You'll have to be careful, because this lovely pumpkin spice latte syrup could become addictive. And trust me when I say you don't want to get started putting pumpkin spice syrup in your coffee. … Continue Reading ››
Homemade From Scratch Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Nothing beats homemade from scratch pumpkin pie. Turning fresh-baked pumpkins into puree, forming and rolling out the dough, and fluting the crust satisfies my earth-mother side and ensures that my family will eat pies made from the healthiest ingredients.
I'll confess to not being the world's best pastry chef. For the longest time I could not … Continue Reading ››
Organize Your Kitchen Before the Holiday Rush
Thanksgiving and the Christmas season are only a blink away. Take advantage of the brief window of opportunity between now and then to organize your kitchen, the heart of every homestead.
When life speeds up in the holidays, organizing your kitchen can seem overwhelming . I understand completely, which is why I suggest starting now, before … Continue Reading ››
Make a Culinary Herb Wreath
Making an herb wreath is a fun way to dry culinary herbs. You can either leave the wreath up all winter and pluck leaves here and there for your recipes or after the leaves dry, remove them to airtight containers that you store in a dark cupboard. The second method better protects the flavors, and … Continue Reading ››
Beef Pot Pie with Harvest Vegetables (Homemade From Scratch Recipe
The crisp days of fall bring a return to hearth and home just as farm stands crowd with autumn vegetables. Salad days are behind us until next year's summer, and we turn instead to comfort foods. What better warmth can we find than a steaming mug of fresh-pressed cider paired with a hearty slab of … Continue Reading ››