I’ve spent many mornings feeding animals, tending plants, pruning trees and the more I work with real food, the more I appreciate how our bodies respond to what we eat. Fermented foods are full of natural probiotics that help balance gut bacteria and support digestion. Research shows that fermented foods help increase diversity in our gut microbiome, ease digestion, and reduce inflammation. (PMC+2Healthline+2) . Cultures around the world have done this for generations - kimchi, sauerkraut,...

There are days on the farm when the tomatoes all decide to ripen at once. The vines get heavy, the baskets fill fast, and before long, I’ve got more than I can use fresh. Instead of letting them go soft, I roast them. It’s the simplest way to turn extra tomatoes into something warm, comforting, and full of flavor - Roasted Tomato Soup . Here’s exactly how I make it in my own kitchen. Ingredients Fresh tomatoes – enough to fill a baking tray Bell peppers – any color (I like yellow or red)...

When frost starts showing up in the forecast, I know it’s time to turn my attention to the tomatoes. Around here at Garden Gate Lavender , we grow a mix of flowers, herbs, and a good handful of vegetables and the tomatoes always seem to demand extra care once the air turns cold. The good news is, you don’t have to toss them out when frost threatens. There’s still plenty you can do to protect, harvest, and even ripen them indoors. When Frost Is Light If you think there’s just going to be a...