Herbal-Waters

From Herb Companion newsletter

Try These Floral Waters and Colognes:
• Eau de Cologne
• Rosewater
• Quick and Easy Rosewater
• Lavender Water Voile
• Summer Garden Cologne
• Hungary Water Cologne


Creating your own lightly scented waters and colognes is as easy as picking your favorite flower. Scented waters are some of the oldest toiletries created to stimulate, please and entertain our sense of smell. Ancient Egyptians used scented oils to perfume their bodies and lift their spirits. In the 10th century, the practice of oil distillation was perfected and the perfume industry took shape.

Scented oils are simple to create. You can distill your scent, capturing the essential oils from fresh flower petals on your stovetop. Or you can mix your favorite essential oils with water to create a light and delicate scent. Use these scented products alone as a perfume or as an addition to your favorite bath or beauty recipe. Fresh rosewater makes a wonderful addition to a favorite cream and lavender water can be splashed all over your body after bathing to relax your spirit and refresh your body.

Always use fresh, organic blooms when making scented waters and colognes. Your flowers should be free of pesticides and chemicals. If you do not have any flowers in your garden, check with a local grower. Pick your flowers in the morning, about two to three hours after sunrise for best results. Blossoms that have been in the hot afternoon sun may not be as fragrant. Use only fresh petals and remove all leaves and stems. Wash your petals gently right before using. Here are a few simple recipes and techniques to get you started. Enjoy!

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Gary's Beef soup (IP)

 My Brother sent me this recipe with photos . Basically you can add what you have on hand. the important part for him is the Nu Pasta to keep cabs down.
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Instant Pot Spaghetti

 https://thesaltymarshmallow.com/instant-pot-spaghetti/#wprm-recipe-container-3205

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

15 mins

Instant Pot Spaghetti - The easiest spaghetti recipe ever!  A quick recipe for spaghetti made right in the instant pot.  Get a family favorite meal on the table even faster on busy nights!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: 6

Calories: 221 kcal

Author: Nichole

Ingredients

• 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef
• 1/2 Teaspoon EACH Salt, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Italian Seasoning
• 1 Pound Spaghetti Noodles
• 1 (24 Ounce) Jar Spaghetti Sauce
• 36 Ounces Water, 1 1/2 Jars
• 1 (14.5 Ounce) Can Diced Tomatoes

Instructions

1. Set the Instant Pot to saute' and add the ground beef.  Add the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasonings.  Cook the meat and seasonings, breaking the meat up until it's completely browned.  Turn the Instant Pot off. Drain any excess grease from meat if necessary.
2. Break the spaghetti in half and place on top of meat in the Instant Pot.  Pour over the spaghetti sauce, diced tomato, and water.  Push the spaghetti down with a spoon if necessary to make sure it is completely covered in liquid.  
3. Seal the instant pot and set it to manual mode, high pressure, 8 minutes cooking time.  When the time is up, use manual quick release to open the Instant Pot.  Stir the spaghetti well.  Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

NOTE:  This spaghetti may appear to be a little liquidy right after cooking.  Be sure to stir well to incorporate all of the liquid into the noodles before serving.
NOTE:  Some people have had an issue with their noodles "clumping" together.  Try crisscrossing the noodles when you add them to the instant pot, instead of adding them in one big chunk. Some clumping is normal, simply use a fork to pull any noodles apart that have stuck together.

Nutrition Facts

Instant Pot Spaghetti

Amount Per Serving

Calories 221

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.