Real Thyme Roots

Fire Cider

Fire Cider is one of the most versatile and easy to make herbal remedies. It is warming, improves digestion, circulation, and immune health, and it has a spicy flavor that is great in real food, salad dressings, or sauces.
In this episode, Chris and Sarah let you in on the benefits of using Fire Cider daily and how to make your own. 
You'll definitely want to listen in and add this folk remedy to your repertoire.
Basic Fire Cider Recipe:
https://joybileefarm.com/fire-cider-recipe/
Fire Cider Recipes Your Way:
https://joybileefarm.com/fire-cider-way/
Red Hot Fire Tonic Recipe: 
https://joybileefarm.com/homemade-red-hot-fire-tonic/
 
Join the “Herb of the Month” Club for more herbal remedy recipes:
https://joybilee.thrivecart.com/diy-herb-of-the-month-club/

Time Wise Remedies; Early, Often and After

“Time Wise Remedies; Early, Often and After”
 
We’re kicking off a brand new season of “Real Thyme Roots” with Chris and Sarah discussing how to be smart with your herbal remedy consumption. Learn how to stretch your dollar by making your own remedies and support your wellness by embracing the concept of early, often and after.
“Herbs for Tea” Blog Post:
https://joybileefarm.com/herbs-for-tea
Take the “Fill Your Salad Bowl” Mini Workshop:
https://joybilee.thrivecart.com/salad-bowl-gardening-mini-workshop/
Take the “Botanical Drinks” Course:
https://joybileefarm.com/botanical-drinks/

Chris and Sarah Answer Your Questions About Food Preservation

“Chris and Sarah Answer Your Questions About Food Preservation”
 
Another season of “Real Thyme Roots'' wraps up with Chris and Sarah answering some of your most commonly asked questions about food preservation. Our hosts break things down with easy to learn first steps and advice. Definitely worth a listen!
“Getting Started in Canning and Pickling”:
https://realthymeroots.podbean.com/e/getting-started-in-canning-and-pickling/
Take the “Botanical Drinks” Course:
https://joybileefarm.com/botanical-drinks/
Join the “Herb of the Month” Club:
https://joybilee.thrivecart.com/diy-herb-of-the-month-club/

Living Local and Thriving with Michele Cipressi

Chris sits down with Entrepreneur, Life Coach and Healthy Homesteader Michele Cipressi as she shares the inspirational story of how she discovered independence through living a more natural lifestyle and helping others discover their own homesteading potential.  Michele discusses the adaptations she made to source local food and how she is adapting her garden for her golden years.
Frankia Fertlizers:
https://frankiafertilizers.com/
Connect with Michele:
michele@michelecipressi.com
Preparing Your Garden for the Golden Years Course
https://joybilee-academy.newzenler.com/courses/preparing-your-garden-for-the-golden-years
Join the “Herb of the Month” Club:
https://joybilee.thrivecart.com/diy-herb-of-the-month-club/
Take the “Fill Your Salad Bowl” Mini Workshop:
https://joybilee.thrivecart.com/salad-bowl-gardening-mini-workshop/

Freezing Food and the Rule of 3

Freezing is the most common and convenient form of food preservation so let Chris and Sarah help you get the most out of the process. You’ll learn about the pros and cons of freezing, the different types of freezers, freezing in conjunction with other methods using “The Rule of 3”, and so much more! 
Don’t be left out in the cold on this one…
“Dehydrating for Beginners”:
https://realthymeroots.podbean.com/e/dehydrating-for-beginners/
Dehydrating Blog Post:
https://joybileefarm.com/dehydrating-food/
Take the “Fill Your Salad Bowl” Mini Workshop:
https://joybilee.thrivecart.com/salad-bowl-gardening-mini-workshop/
Take the “Botanical Drinks” Course:
https://joybileefarm.com/botanical-drinks/

Getting Started in Canning and Pickling

Chris and Sarah share some stories, info and tips on all things canning and pickling. Though the process has changed over the years, its benefits remain.
This might be a food preservation method that will work for you so give this episode a listen!
“Keeping Your Plate Full When the Store Shelves are Empty”:
https://realthymeroots.podbean.com/e/keeping-your-plate-full-when-the-shelves-are-empty/
Join the “Herb of the Month” Club:
https://joybilee.thrivecart.com/diy-herb-of-the-month-club/

Proven Strategies for Root Cellaring and Cold Storage

From War Victory Gardens to the present day, Chris and Sarah cover another time-tested and effective method of food preservation using the cold storage of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Will this method of food storage work for you? Give this episode a listen!
Check out the Joybilee Blog on Root Cellaring Food Storage:
https://joybileefarm.com/root-cellaring-food-storage/
Take the “Botanical Drinks” Course:
https://joybileefarm.com/botanical-drinks/
 

Dehydrating for Beginners

This episode is a bit dry…hehe.
Chris and Sarah give you the ins and outs on how to get started right away with Dehydrating as a method of food preservation.  Dehydrating is one of the easiest food preservation methods to get started on, with only one major piece of equipment needed.
Get Chris’ Dehydrating Book, "Dehydrating Cookbook for Beginners" and learn how to successfully dehydrate step by step.:
https://amzn.to/3z3Ez90
Check out some Joybilee Blog Posts on Dehydrating:
https://joybileefarm.com/dehydrating-food/
https://joybileefarm.com/dehydrator-for-jerky
Take the “Fill Your Salad Bowl” Mini Workshop:
https://joybilee.thrivecart.com/salad-bowl-gardening-mini-workshop/
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Easy Fermenting with Emillie Parrish

Author and fermentation enthusiast Emillie Parrish joins Chris on the show to chat about how fermenting foods has simplified eating for her and her family's needs. The fermenting method of food preservation might just be right for you too!
Connect with Emillie:
https://www.fermentingforfoodies.com/
Buy Emillie's book "Fermenting Made Simple":
https://amzn.to/3S9GjFl
Check Out Chris' Review of Emillie's Book:
https://joybileefarm.com/growing-and-feeding-ginger-bug/
Take the “Botanical Drinks” Course:
https://joybileefarm.com/botanical-drinks/
Join the “Herb of the Month” Club:
https://joybilee.thrivecart.com/diy-herb-of-the-month-club/
Like what you hear? Please comment, like, subscribe, share,  and do all of those fun things that help us keep going. Thanks for listening!

Foraging a Wild Harvest

Oh, the things that we will find!
Chris and Sarah explore foraging and reveal how much food we have in our own backyards and beyond that we didn't need to plant! The joy of discovery awaits...
Download the Joybilee Foraging e-book:
https://joybileefarm.com/spring-tonic/
Join the “Herb of the Month” Club:
https://joybilee.thrivecart.com/diy-herb-of-the-month-club/
Take the “Fill Your Salad Bowl” Mini Workshop:
https://joybilee.thrivecart.com/salad-bowl-gardening-mini-workshop/
Like what you hear? Please comment, like, subscribe, share,  and do all of those fun things that help us keep going. Thanks for listening!