Recipezaar: Brewing recipes

Ginger Beer Plant

Fri, 03 Jan 2003 20:12:28 -0500

If you love ginger beer as much as I do, you will want to try this. Refreshing, non-alcoholic...I lived on ginger beer when I was pregnant and just wish I had this recipe then. -- posted by Missy Wombat

Caramel Coffee

Tue, 22 Apr 2003 20:01:03 -0400

A deliciously tasting caramel coffee. Cooking time all depends on your coffee makers brewing time. -- posted by Domestic Goddess

Hot Spiced Apricot Tea

Tue, 22 Apr 2003 20:14:20 -0400

My MIL gave this recipe to me. -- posted by Dreamgoddess

Sweet Iced Peach Tea

Thu, 29 May 2003 20:01:55 -0400

This is a refreshing fruit tea. I brew the tea in in my 3 quart Mr Coffee Iced Tea Pot. Other fruits or juices can be used too. It will probably be good as a hot tea as well. -- posted by AuntWoofieWoof

Sweet Iced Cinnamon Tea

Thu, 05 Jun 2003 20:01:30 -0400

This is a recipe for tea to be made in a 3 quart Mr Coffee Iced Tea Pot. You could probably make it in a saucepan on top of the stove. You can make it as sweet and cinnamonny as you want to. It is very refreshing. -- posted by AuntWoofieWoof

Vanilla Almond Coffee

Mon, 09 Jun 2003 20:02:47 -0400

This can be made for your pleasure or to be given as gifts. -- posted by Audrey M

Cold Brew Lime/Lemonade Tea

Fri, 13 Jun 2003 20:02:41 -0400

Found this on a website, when I accidentally bought Lipton Cold Brew tea bags:) -- posted by Ang11002

Alcatraz Wheat Beer

Mon, 16 Jun 2003 20:06:39 -0400

In direct taste tests, this beer has more body than WheatHook, and is slightly sweeter. Compared to EKU, the beer is similar, but EKU Wiezen is slightly sweeter. Original Gravity: 1.057 Final Gravity: 10.12 -- posted by BjörnH Holmberg

Welsh Apple Wine (Gwin Afalau)

Wed, 18 Jun 2003 20:23:13 -0400

Posted in response to a recipe request. -- posted by Molly53

Mulberry Wine

Thu, 24 Jul 2003 20:12:11 -0400

Worth the wait. A rich bodied Wine -- posted by Iowahorse

Homemade Iced Tea

Tue, 05 Aug 2003 20:05:09 -0400

This cool summer drink has the flavor of old time ice tea. I received this recipe from a aunt many years ago and I still prefer this over the powdered or bottled kind? I always wondered what it would taste like if I added frozen raspberry juice instead of the lemonade. Maybe this will be the summer that I try it! -- posted by smoke alarm jr

Easy homemade wine

Fri, 31 Oct 2003 20:00:01 -0500

This sounds so interesting I am dying to try it! Prep time is fermenting time. -- posted by Kimke

Sparkling Elderflower Wine

Mon, 03 Nov 2003 20:00:05 -0500

Something a little different that I found in a cook book of mine. Sounds very easy and well worth trying! Times are rest times until drinkable. -- posted by Missy Wombat

Tequila Lime Punch

Thu, 06 Nov 2003 20:00:43 -0500

Tired of the same old punch at your gatherings? Having a Mexican banquet? Try this one out! :) -- posted by Julesong

Bill's Raspberry Tart Ale

Tue, 30 Dec 2003 20:00:10 -0500

Has a marvellous reddish-amber color, big fruity bouquet, and pleasingly tart berry flavor. Now THIS is American beer! -- posted by Sue L

Sa Kahlua

Fri, 02 Jan 2004 20:00:04 -0500

Posted for all my SA friends. You have all been victims of me on this kahlua with my morning coffee!! -- posted by riffraff

Lemon Ginger Tea

Tue, 30 Mar 2004 20:00:04 -0500

I love this tea. It's very refreshing. The "tea" in this case refers to the infusion process used. -- posted by Gina*S

Spiced Strawberry Lemonade Tea

Tue, 15 Jun 2004 19:59:07 -0400

I just made this up today...so far it seems to be either a love it or hate it proposition. Out of 8 of us, 5 think its good, 3 say ehhh, its ok..but its kind of tangy, very refreshing and not too sweet, though easy to sweeten up if you wanted it sweeter. Cooking time is steeping time -- posted by JanetC-KY

Homemade Frappe Cappuccino

Thu, 17 Jun 2004 20:00:33 -0400

It couldn't be easier to make and everybody thinks my version, with fresh brewed espresso, is better. The recipe is sized to refill one bottle. If making several, just put the right amount of espresso and sugar in each bottle and fill to the brim with milk. Try variations: A friend loves these with decaf espresso and vanilla soy milk sweetened with splenda. If you don't have an espresso machine, get one. The money saved making this drink alone would quickly pay for an inexpensive but quality machine from Briel or other manufacters. (I found a good used machine on eBay.) Avoid the machines that force water throught the coffee with steam; a machine with a pump will make much better espresso. -- posted by TommyGato

Fall Spice Cordial

Thu, 14 Oct 2004 20:00:06 -0400

Based on a recipe from Sir Hugh Plat's "Delightes for Ladies" (1609), although he wouldn't have used vanilla or allspice, which are both New World foods and not commonly found in Europe until after 1750. -- posted by DrGaellon

Lemon Liqueur

Tue, 19 Oct 2004 20:00:19 -0400

This is a tart, sweet, ever-so-slightly bitter liqueur reminicent of the Italian Doppio Cedro. -- posted by DrGaellon

Raisin Jack-USMC Style

Wed, 29 Dec 2004 20:04:11 -0500

If you are in the Marines and being deployed, I just want to pass on the best darn recipe you'll ever see. First off tho you have to get in good graces with the ships cook cause you're going to need a few things from him. Actually "everything" except the water and sun. Some dude with a love for hooch made this during WWII and it's been pasted down through quite a few overseas trips. Just hang onto your cover when it's done. -- posted by Chuck in Killbuck

Gingerbread Latte

Wed, 05 Jan 2005 20:01:40 -0500

Perfect for a winter warm-up. -- posted by Sue L

Southern Sweet Iced Tea, Hotel Style

Thu, 20 Jan 2005 20:02:17 -0500

Started out as http://www.recipezaar.com/63785 but I had to amend due to limited available supplies. PLEASE fully read the steps before attempting this recipe. -- posted by TravelingJ

Rose Water Substitute

Tue, 15 Feb 2005 20:00:01 -0500

Can be used in place of rose water called for in middle eastern recipes. Yield is an approximation. Recipe from baking911. -- posted by WaterMelon

Barley Tea

Mon, 14 Mar 2005 20:00:30 -0500

Known as Mugicha in Japan and Boricha in Korea, roasted barley tea is a very popular hot weather beverage that's noted for cooling down the body and cleansing the system. If you want a caffeine-free coffee substitute this is for you. A remedy for cold and flu for breaking up congestion, phlegm and other symptoms of the nasty seasonal bug. Barley-based teas are used as treatment for hemorrhoids, inflammatory arthritis and are believed to help reduce toxicity and side-effects of radiation and chemotherapy. Herbalists use barley concoctions to treat gravel stones and flush out kidneys and for centuries Old World doctors have recommended this plain barley water as a first food for babies and for bedridden patients whose stomachs cannot handle solid foods. -- posted by ~Rita~

Louhisaari Black Currant Drink

Fri, 06 May 2005 09:34:14 -0400

This refreshing drink is made with black currant leaves, preferrably the young leaves of early summer. It's perfect for warm summer nights! Cooking time is fermenting time. -- posted by stormylee

Strawberry Liqueur

Sun, 15 May 2005 21:23:07 -0400

This is being posted for the great strawberry recipe swap and for Rita who I know will perk up her ears when she sees it! I havent tried it and am not much of a liqueur person but the recipe says that it is a vivid red cordial with the fresh taste of strawberries. -- posted by LAURIE

Mexican Chocolate Coffee

Tue, 21 Jun 2005 20:59:12 -0400

I love coffee and chocolate, but not with too much sugar. I created this for myself after I read that cinnamon helps prevent or retard diabetes and is good for people who already have it (it runs in my family). I was really surprised at how yummy it tastes and doesn't need any creamer or sweetener, but you can certainly add splenda as I do sometimes. -- posted by Rose's Granddaughter

Fig Nectar

Sat, 09 Jul 2005 17:37:19 -0400

A delicious way to use up any extra figs you may have. From the US Regional Cookbook, Chicago Culinary Arts Institute, 1947. You'll need a large crock or reactive resistant pan to make this lovely brew. -- posted by Molly53

Herbal Brainstorm Rosemary-Raspberry Lemonade

Mon, 18 Jul 2005 13:48:38 -0400

This beautiful, refreshing drink is a fusion of herbs, flowers and good old-fashioned lemonade. It can be served iced or warm, and it really gives a nice lift to the brain. A great party drink, this treat can be sipped on a hot summer day. -- posted by Chef Sunshine

Tipsy Raspberry Cordial

Sat, 20 Aug 2005 13:36:40 -0400

the leftover berries can be served over ice cream. -- posted by Bluenoser

Mexican Coffee

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 21:06:12 -0500

A Dunkin' Donuts Coffee recipe. -- posted by Marg (CaymanDesigns)

Israeli Tea

Sun, 20 Nov 2005 22:53:02 -0500

This is a strong tea served in Israel and middle east. I am posting this at the request of my Eldest daughter who loves this Tea and was afraid of loosing the family recipe, such as it is. -- posted by Maeven6

Homebrew Ginger Beer

Fri, 03 Feb 2006 19:29:11 -0500

I've developed this recipe over a long period of time, but it's all flexible... start with this recipe, and develop it on your own. Variations abound. NOTE: I always make this recipe in 2 Litre plastic water bottles. Some people say you shouldn't do this, but I have no idea why - always works perfectly for me. -- posted by FusionCat

Screwdriver Shooter

Thu, 16 Feb 2006 15:37:57 -0500

This version of the classic vodka & orange is smaller, quicker and definitely more toxic than the original -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Margarita Shooter

Thu, 16 Feb 2006 15:39:05 -0500

A short, sharp alternative to a classic cocktail -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Chastity Belt Shooter / Shot

Fri, 24 Feb 2006 08:55:59 -0500

Sweet, rich & creamy. mmmmmmmm Warms you from the inside and is perfect for a chilly night -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Ready Set Go Shooter / Shot

Fri, 24 Feb 2006 08:57:33 -0500

With strawberry, banana & melon this shot is the colour of traffic lights & the flavour of summer. -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Soothes Coughs, Colds,& Indigestion

Thu, 09 Mar 2006 21:41:44 -0500

You got the sniffles or upset belly, don't reach for a glass of orange juice or that fizzy stuff. That is good, but try pineapple juice instead. It has vitamin C like its orange cousin, but it also has bromelain. Studies have found it is effective in treating upper respiratory conditions and acute sinusitis. The next time you get a cold, make this recipe!contain little or no fat or cholesterol, and provide significant amounts of fiber, digestive enzymes, vitamin C, calcium, and potassium. -- posted by ~Rita~

Ultimate Remedy for Stinky Feet

Thu, 06 Apr 2006 19:21:14 -0400

I conjured this up after buying new work shoes that made my feet stink to high heaven. This little gem also softens your feet AND helps you relax. Ahh... -- posted by Hadice

Cardamom Tea

Tue, 02 May 2006 11:13:16 -0400

When feeling down make this warming tea Drink hot with a little milk twice a day to ward off coughs and colds. In the Middle East and Turkey, green cardamom powder is used as a spice for sweet dishes as well as traditional flavouring. In Arabic, cardamom is called al-Hayl. South Asia green cardamon is often used in traditional Indian sweets and in tea, or chai, a common ingredient in Indian cooking, and is often used in baking in Scandinavia. -- posted by ~Rita~

Raspberry Liqueur

Fri, 09 Jun 2006 18:25:40 -0400

If you love Chambord as I do but suffer sticker shock when buying it, here's a good substitute. It doesn't taste exactly the same when drinking it straight up, but when mixed in cocktails you won't be able to tell the difference. I use one of those fancy Chambord bottles to store it in. Cook time is the LONG mellowing time. ( 3 months so plan ahead) -- posted by SusieQusie

Turkish Coffee

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 20:13:03 -0400

From Saad Fayed, Turkish coffee is famed for the way it is made. It is prepared in an ibrik, a small coffee pot that is heated. Sugar is added during the brewing process, not after, so the need for a serving spoon is eliminated. Cream or milk is never added to Turkish coffee, and sugar is optional. It is always served in demitasse cups. In some regions, your fortune is told by the placement of the coffee grinds left in the cup! -- posted by Nana Lee

Kahlua Popsicles

Mon, 03 Jul 2006 19:48:47 -0400

Sounds great! -- posted by MommyMakes

Chai Tea

Thu, 06 Jul 2006 16:35:21 -0400

A rich and flavourful tea. Bringing the liquid to a boil twice after the milk has been added seems to make it a richer chai tea. -- posted by :)Deborah

Green Tea Spiced Kashmiri Kahwa

Fri, 07 Jul 2006 14:28:04 -0400

Cloves, cinnamon and ginger - the 3 ingredients used is this recipe mixed with Kashmiri green tea and flavoured with cardamom is what helps you relieve headache. -- posted by ~Rita~

Copacabana Punch

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 22:16:45 -0400

She was a showgirl..... I've adapted this recipe from one of my cocktail books -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Jasmine, Green Tea, Fresh Lemonade

Mon, 17 Jul 2006 20:20:21 -0400

This is a soft, aromatic, flavored, jasmine tea with lots of lemons. Made in your 10 cup coffee maker for ease. If use loose jasmine green tea use 6 teaspoons. -- posted by ~Rita~

Spiced Coffee

Thu, 20 Jul 2006 21:16:22 -0400

Great after dinner coffee. -- posted by KittyKitty

Hibiscus & Rose Hip Iced Tea With Cranberry Juice

Thu, 03 Aug 2006 22:29:54 -0400

Bigelow makes this lovely herbal tea that is caffeine free. -- posted by ~Rita~

Café L'orange

Wed, 22 Nov 2006 21:22:50 -0500

Why pay a lot for flavored coffees when you can make your own. Great for holiday gifts or a chilly evening at home. Adapted from a recipe website. -- posted by Lauralie41

Carbonate Your Own Ginger Ale

Sun, 03 Dec 2006 12:20:00 -0500

I found this recently while going through some papers from high school - something we did in a bio lab. It was actually pretty tasty. Here is the intro: "Fermentation has been used by mankind for thousands of years for raising bread, fermenting wine and brewing beer. The products of the fermentation of sugar by baker's yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae (a fungus) are ethyl alcohol and carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide causes bread to rise and gives effervescent drinks their bubbles. This action of yeast on sugar is used to 'carbonate' beverages, as in the addition of bubbles to champagne). We will set up a fermentation in a closed system and capture the generated carbon dioxide to carbonate our home made ginger ale. You may of course adjust the quantities of sugar and/or extract to taste. Note that the lemon called for in step eight is optional. And if you want a spicier drink, you can increase the amount of grated ginger. As with any yeast fermentation, there is a small amount of alcohol generated in the beverage (about 0.4%)". Credit on the page is to: http://biology.clc.uc.edu/Fankhauser/Cheese/Cheese.html -- posted by horseplay

Gingerroot Tea to Cure a Cold

Fri, 15 Dec 2006 15:51:07 -0500

My friend Wendy gave me this recipe a few years ago when I was sick. Try it, it really works! Warning: I think I should probably prepare you up front, the heat of the cayenne and the strength of the garlic can kind of burn going down! -- posted by Babzy

Diet Green Tea Lemon Jello

Tue, 01 May 2007 15:13:25 -0400

I'm dieting, ugh, and for a treat I've been having Sugar Free Jello. After reading about green tea and how it is supposed to boost your metabolism I thought I'd try to incorporate tea into my diet. Who knows if it works? This is one tasty idea I've had. If you like strong tea then steep the bag longer or use 2 tea bags. I also divvy it into serving sizes using custard cups, but any small vessel will do, I've used coffee cups, too. Cook time is chill time. -- posted by AustinMama

The Perfect Cup of Tea-British Style

Fri, 25 May 2007 14:45:20 -0400

I had a rommate for 6 years who was from England. One day he told me jokingly that he loved this country but "we Americans just don't know how to make a proper cup of Tea" He felt it was his duty to teach me how and he was right! This is the only way I will drink my Tea now. It is really more of a method than a recipe. After careful instruction on how to prepare the proper cup of tea I asked him whether loose tea leaves make a better brew than a tea bag. "Loose tea will always taste better," he said, "but, not so much better as to outweigh the convenience of the bag. What's more important is the type of tea that you choose." "In Britain, the standard supermarket tea bag makes a much stronger and more robust brew than your American tea." He said the closest tea bags he ever found over here that approach the quality of their everyday blends are those marketed as English Breakfast. My friend always made his Tea with lowfat milk and sugar. Explaining "Most English drink tea with a little milk, but never with cream or the high-fat milk that Americans put in their coffee. Low-fat milk is a much better choice. "Make sure you use white sugar. Brown sugar might be OK in coffee, but somehow it never tastes right in tea. As for putting honey in tea, if you tried to do that in Britain, you'd be laughed out of the tea shop." Many thanks to Chris for showing me how to make the perfect cup of tea! -- posted by Little Bee

Guidelines for Brewing the Perfect Pot of Tea and How to Serve

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 21:15:08 -0400

This is good, general information for brewing and serving tea. -- posted by "Food:The Way To Anyone's Heart"

Mint Syrup for Tea

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 23:49:51 -0400

This syrup is a wonderful sweetener for summertime iced teas. Can be used in hot teas as well. It calls for a lot of sugar, but once prepared, you can use as much or as little as you like. From emerils.com. The amount of servings is a guess. -- posted by WildFamily

Coffee Pot Brewed Tea

Tue, 17 Jul 2007 23:56:47 -0400

my famous tea that i cannot keep enough of in the house... can use splenda instead of sugar & adjust the sugar to your liking.. plus make sure you use a dry solid measuring cup for measuring out the sugar as i use the pampered chef two in one measruing cup.. also use filtered water as i have a stage pur filter on faucet i use for water that seems to make a big difference that water straight out of the tap -- posted by Littlemomma

Ankka Juoma (Finn Beer)

Sun, 05 Aug 2007 17:01:54 -0400

From Cooking with Campfire: Recipes from the Heartland. Preparation time does not include brewing time. -- posted by Recipe Junkie

Forty Four

Mon, 06 Aug 2007 18:22:59 -0400

This is a coffee and orange liqueur that I just saw on tv and simply had to add to my coffee recipe collection! It looked gorgeous, a lovely amber, and you surely can't find an easier recipe. -- posted by Annacia

Kryptonite Martini

Mon, 03 Sep 2007 21:35:05 -0400

Don't let Superman get near this one! Vanilla, apple & cranberry makes Kryptonite. :) -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Honey Mead

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 20:30:36 -0400

A drink almost as old as civilization. The name derives from the ancient words for honey. This recipe was used as early as 1818. Fermentation and standing time not included in preparation time. From the Pennsylvania Dutch chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Grog Spicy and Sweet

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 15:52:44 -0500

Grog came about when Admiral Sir Edward Vernon, while trying to cut costs and conserve supplies on the open sea, diluted the crew's rum with water. Eventually, the crew realized the drink tasted better served hot. For a more flavorful drink try this recipe using apple juice! -- posted by ~Rita~

English Bishop

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 17:08:58 -0500

Relax and celebrate with this warming port-wine drink, made with baked spiced oranges. -- posted by ~Rita~

Cinnamon Apple Wine Cooler

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 01:24:38 -0500

Finding this recipe @ Cooks.com was an accident, but I'm convinced it was fated. I orig went looking for Club Soda recipes. I don't buy it, but guests left me a nearly full 2 lt bottle & I do so hate wasting anything. Those who know me well know I'm very fond of wine coolers, already have 2 recipes entered for them & am also esp fond of using red cinnamon candies. I drink only 1 kind of tea - *Apple and Cinnamon Twist Tea* by London Fruit & Herb Co. I add approx 6-8 cinnamon candies for ea cup I brew & did that for this recipe. Altho not a part of the recipe, I liked it & you can choose for yourself whether to try it that way. :-) (Cooking time is the 5 min brew time & cooling time for the tea mixture is not included). *Enjoy* ! -- posted by twissis

Flavored Vinegars

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 02:33:23 -0500

Select from the listed ingredients, mix-n-match to create your own flavorite! Use the freshest & highest quality ingredients you can afford--or raise them in your own garden to be sure of the very best! -- posted by Debber

Enid Blyton and the Famous Five's Lashings of Ginger Beer!

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 23:52:01 -0500

By far the most successful of all of Enid Blyton's books, were the twenty-one adventure stories of The Famous Five, who were Julian, Dick, George, Anne and Timmy the dog. The Famous Five characters usually meet up when their respective schools break up for holidays, as the boys go to different boarding schools to the girls. Holidays for the Five consist of either going off on a cycling tour, maybe camping or even visiting strange houses ( castles lighthouses etc etc ). But one thing is for sure, when the Five are about, there is usually an adventure just around the corner! The children's favourite drink was Ginger Beer. It is often quoted that the children drank lashings and lashings of ginger beer. We all know this was never quoted in any of the books but it still seems fitting however, hence my recipe name! Alongside the lashings of ginger beer, The Famous Five consumed vast amounts of sandwiches whilst on their exciting travels! A wonderful old-fashioned ginger beer recipe, worthy of any exciting adventure, discovery or literary picnic! -- posted by French Tart

Vishnyovy Kvas (Cherry Kvass)

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 01:58:10 -0400

Traditional Russian recipe that has a multi-day process to it. Kvass is considered the tsar of thirst quenchers in Russia - low-alcohol, beer like drink full of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that stimulates the circulation and keeps the intestines healthy. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Yablochny Kvas (Apple Kvass)

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 02:00:59 -0400

Khlebny Kvas (Kvass)

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 19:51:58 -0400

Limonny Kvas (Lemon Kvass)

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 19:52:05 -0400

Imfulafula (Pineapple Beer)

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:02:01 -0400

From: The Africa Kitchen by Josie Stow and Jan Baldwin. Imfulafula when translated means river river. It has been given this name because apparently after drinking a couple of glasses you have the courage to cross any flowing river. Be careful that the imfulafula doesnt expode on you! -- posted by Engrossed

Ginger Beer (African)

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:02:54 -0400

From: The Africa Kitchen by Josie Stow and Jan Baldwin. I LOVE ginger beer and am on a quest for the perfect one! -- posted by Engrossed

Lemon Almond Iced Tea

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 01:39:23 -0400

A delighful change of pace! I found this somewhere (?) when planning an Iced Tea Party. This one was the favorite of three that I served. -- posted by eBeth

Whey & Yogurt - Liquid Whey

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 02:47:05 -0400

Homemade whey is needed to produce fermented foods and the authentic old fashioned fizzy drinks. It is healthy and you can have fun with it. Whey can be used in multiple ways as with other cultured milk products. This is the stuff that REAL Kimchee is made with... not vinegar. Regularly adding beneficial cultures to your diet will aid your digestive tract by providing "good" bacteria. Whey made from fresh raw milk or fresh yogurt - is the best possible method. So use fresh, raw, and organic when ever available. I hope you enjoy the ever so slight sour bite to the finished yogurt product, and to the whey. Keep everything sterile and cleaned with vinegar water - NO DISH-SOAP!! Rinse with filtered water, not muni-tap because the chlorine will kill your main product rendering it contaminated and useless. Store your whey in a glass [mason] jar. I personally have several methods and various cultures. Piima, and Villi to name a few [Fil Mojlk is my favorite butter-milk]. This recipe here will be the easiest to prepare. The ingredients you can purchase from the local natural foods market. I am brand specific because of the health factor. You need to start with live fresh cultures, and healthy WHOLE RAW if possible milk. Baby it isn't gonna work with highly advertised, flavored, sugared, fancy pansy yogurt and fractionated [homogenized] milk, no no no!!! Please buy the Voskos Greek un-flavored yogurt and Raw whole milk by Organic Pastures, Claravale Farms, or what ever Raw Organic milk you have available in your area. You almost want to hear it MoOOoooOOoo. My finicky Supplies list: sauce pot, thermometer capable range around 104 degrees, 1/1/2 quart glass bowl, 1 yard cheese cloth folded to an 18" square, a strainer, wooden spoon, 1 quart wide mouth mason jar or tall glass pitcher, stove/oven/or yogurt maker (my Yogurmet came from a thrift store 8 bucks), and patience... wait for it.... wait for it. ok go! I don't know if I can value the nutritional calculations here regarding the Whey because I don't think they can calculate Whey separate from Milk. The value they will provide will probably be for the secondary product - the yogurt. -- posted by susie.freckle.face

Beet Kvass

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 02:47:35 -0400

Beet Kvass is a unique tasty slightly tart and salty health beverage. It is lacto-ferment beverage high in nutrients, healthy for the blood, and a nice liver cleanser. And oh wow, I just remembered that my first batch tasted awful. It was too salty because I used store bought commercial whey instead of homemade liquid whey. Commercial whey is concentrated and already salted and I was still experimenting er..ah perfecting my technique. I thought I didnt have to bother with all the basics principals of heirloom folk drinks. HA! Yes you do. Search for my Whey recipe. Beet Kvass takes 3 days to properly ferment. You are essentially making a tea made of chopped up organic beets. The beets can be used twice with a little less water for the second batch and 1 tsp of salt if using a cup of the 1st batch of Beet Kvass as carryover. Again with everything I do, please keep clean sterile glass jars NO DISH-SOAP!!! Use Vinegar water to clean all, and the final rinse with filtered water not the muni-tap water due to the chlorine and the fact that it will kill your ferment culture. You will need a one gallon glass jar. I bought mine at you guessed it a second hand store - during the summer. Three days means 72 hours from begin to fridge. Refrigeration slows down the fermenting to nearly a standstill. You can reserve a cup and a few chunks of Beet to keep fermenting at room temperature to make a Beet Vinaigrette for salads in 7 days. But this I have not done myself. -- posted by susie.freckle.face

Basic Sweet Tea (Green Tea)

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 22:38:53 -0400

This is a simple recipe, yes. However, I've had some British/Irish/Scottish friends in the past who've taught me what real tea tastes like, and I've found that I like this flavor to be present in both hot and cold forms of the beverage. Not to criticize, but many Americans don't understand the specifics of how to brew tea to its full potential and flavor. Some overbrew it, some underbrew it. I will be covering brewing both black and green teas for making sweet iced tea, in separate recipes. -- posted by Arctides Regalis

Basic Sweet Tea (Black Tea)

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 01:47:15 -0400

Christmas Tree-Hunting Punch

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:59:36 -0400

Brew up a batch of this, pour into thermos jugs and insulated cups, hop into the car and drive to the Tree Farm to find your perfect Christmas tree. This will warm you up while you traipse through the rows and rows of trees. When you find the perfect tree, then pour a cup of punch, nibble on some Christmas cookies you also thoughtfully packed (needing nourishment after all that hunting!), and enjoy the scenery. If you're lucky there will be some beautifully falling snowflakes to add to the anticipation. Double or triple the recipe for a crowd--this freezes and thaws nicely for another occasion, too. You can adjust this and make it in the crock-pot too. Count on the Gooseberry Patch ladies to come up with another winner! -- posted by Debber

Sweet Milk

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:17:42 -0400

A great warming drink for rainy, cold, sad days. It's quicl and simple too! -- posted by saternoutlaw

Homemade Ginger Ale

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 23:31:47 -0400

Homemade soda is so much better for you then store bought and this is really fun! What a great way to entertain kids and keep them busy on a rainy day! This can be lots of fun for kids and a fun way for them to learn science and math. Let them experiment by adding different herbs and spices to achieve all different kinds of results. I can see this being a very popular science fair project or even a cool home school project! Resting time is not listed in cooking time. Must 'cook' for two days. -- posted by mama's kitchen

Homemade Ale

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 23:52:21 -0400

This seems to be a very simple recipe for making beer. It takes about 4 weeks till it's ready. We haven't tried it yet, but it's here for safe keeping and other's who may be interested. :) -- posted by 2Bleu (Bird&Buddha)

Pumpkin Spice Latte

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:51:45 -0400

I found this recipe on the internet and have made some minor revisions. It tastes just like the ones they made in Starbucks but it's much easier on the budget and it's oh so good in those chilly winter days. -- posted by Polihali

Iced Cafe Brulot Floats With Frozen Yogurt

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:51:17 -0400

We made this one lazy afternoon, when my bestfriend Judy and I started playing around in the kitchen. The flavor of this dessert is so intense; the portions are relatively small & are diluted with club soda. Use goblets, so that your efforts will shine. Didn't allow for cooling time. -- posted by Manami

Jenn's Sugar Free Dark Chocolate Orange Faux Chai Latte Coffee

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:52:37 -0500

I tried International Coffee's Dark Mayan Chocolate Coffee Mix and it was to cinnamony for me so I added some OJ. And tada, my favorite coffee was born. I started South Beach recently so I attempted to recreate a sugar free version and here it is. I make my coffee with milk instead of water which makes it seem like more of a treat. I am always sad when I get to the bottom of the mug! :) -- posted by Chef Mom :)

Sweet Tea

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:36:12 -0500

Just watched this in Good Eats with Alton Brown -- posted by Charlotte J

Raspberry Iced-Tea

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:37:14 -0500

From a local television station -- posted by Charlotte J

321 Tea

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:35:21 -0400

A recipe I received from a friend of mine. It helps relax so you can sleep easier. It also helps with upset stomach and mild cases of diarreaha, at least from MY experience with it. A great tea to keep on the shelf. The name is one I came up with as it comes from the proportions of ingredients. I was given the recipe in "parts" but have printed it here in cups. You can use any measurement you wish as long as the PROPORTIONS are 3-2-1 -- posted by TigBear

Camping Coffee - Percolator Pot

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:22:22 -0400

Fresh Coffee brewed in a percolator pot on a Camp Stove - mmmmmm Course grind was hard for us to find so we choose whole beans and grind with the store grinder set on "Course" -- posted by Jackiean

Rose Cottage Fragrant Old English Rose Liqueur Syrup

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:46:43 -0400

This is my mum's recipe for rose syrup - and the name of their cottage in England! Try to use old English shrub roses, as they are highly fragranced and impart a delicate flavour to the syrup. The correct word for this recipe would be a Shrub or a Ratafia, as it is fortified with brandy - however, Ratafia would also have fruit or almond kernels added; it would have been offered as a refreshing "pick-me-up" to gentile ladies - with water or lemonade added of course! This recipe is well over 100 years old and a bottle of this would make an unusual and delighttful gift. -- posted by French Tart

Pumpkin Pie Chai Tea

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:40:13 -0400

A sweet, aromatic tea recipe I created that has all the spices of a pumkin pie. Very tasty hot, or cold. It uses whole spices, as well as ground to create a perfectly spiced drink using a French Tea Press. -- posted by Vinn

Pineapple Sage Tea - Hot or Iced

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:08:09 -0400

This can be chilled and served over pineapple ice cubes. -- posted by ~Rita~

Coffee Syrup

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:48:55 -0400

from civil war recipes comes my version of this instant drink item -- posted by abe ray

Fool Medemmas -- Fava Beans

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:59:21 -0400

Yet another Egyptian Marie Henein recipe. Serves 4. This is a way of preparing fava beans, which are commonly eaten as a breakfast food in Egypt. The ingredients tend to be common for the dish but may be varied in their quantities. -- posted by Chef Baby Hippo

Leek and Watercress Soup

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:38:55 -0500

This recipe does not require you to fry food. To make a complete meal serve with 'meatballs for soup' (see my recipe on this site) -- posted by Chef #1431892