Although our carrot harvest was zero this season, we still had carrot tops. You know our family motto? Waste nothing. Not that there was much to waste either. I used some of the tops to make homemade mouthwash. Boil 3 cups of water, and add a half cup of chopped organic carrot tops. Simmer on the stove top for about 20 minutes. Steep for an additional 30 minutes then strain. Store in the refrigerator. Simply gargle each day in place of your store brand mouth wash. Carrot tops have antiseptic qualities. We stole off on a motorcycle ride the other night, and delivered meals. I just happened to get a call the night I made salmon romanoff, from one of the girls. Of course she asked, "what's for dinner?" and "can you bring me some?" Luckily, I was already delivery a meal with pie to my Dad, so we packed up another meal for her. She later texted me "OMG that was heaven" ha ha ha! Kids! ...
Inklings from the Farmhouse, embracing balance and new beginnings.