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Corn Nixtamalization Discussion

by Sustainability Team | Nov 14, 2023 | Downloads (SL), Food, Sustainable Living

[Marilyn] In our local group, when we do something… the ladies go home and try it. I’m thinking about making tortillas next time. Maybe lentil tacos to go with it. [Mick] Speaking of tortillas, I have been doing a ton of research on the nixtamalization of corn...

Retaining the Most Vitamin C in Vegetables

by CORAC Leaders | Nov 8, 2023 | Food, Ordinary Wisdom

[Marilyn] If eating something for its vitamin C content, then fresh raw, steamed or microwaved retains more vitamin C. Boiling or blanching destroys most vitamin C.Your fat soluble ones aren’t affected much by...

Dehyrdrating Potatoes

by CORAC Leaders | Oct 23, 2023 | Food, Ordinary Wisdom

[Mick Question] Marilyn, how do you keep your cubed or shredded potatoes from turning brown when you dehydrate them? [Marilyn Answer] Par bowl. Shredded 2 minutes, cubed-3 minutes and sliced 4-5 minutes. Put kettle with water on stove bring to a boil. While waiting...

How to Butcher a Chicken

by Sustainability Team | Jul 25, 2023 | Animals, Classes (SL), Food, Sustainable Living

*Warning: Because this demonstration video is about butchering chickens, it contains graphic footage. So if you’re not interested in eating meat, it won’t hurt our feelings if you click over here to watch other videos and learn about foraging food and...

Gardening Resources

by Sustainability Team | Feb 2, 2022 | Sustainable Living, Gardening/Gathering/Foraging, Downloads (SL)

Ready to start gardening this year –– from seed to table ––but don’t know where to begin? If you’re new to gardening you are probably doing lots of research trying to figure out where to start. Well, look no further! We’ve put together a collection of helpful...