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Feel Good Mondays: DIY Linen Spray

DIYLinenSpray
DIYLinenSpray

If you're feeling like your home and everything in it could use a little refresher, then take notice! This recipe for a simple linen and room spray is the perfect concoction to get rid of the winter blues and usher in the bright light and fresh air of spring. While lavender has been shown to have a calming effect, if you absolutely hate lavender, then by all means use something that doesn't make you ill! We like to use a mix of bergamot and lavender, for a nice note of citrus. To make this spray you'll need:

a spray bottle distilled water (make sure it is distilled, as water that is not distilled can leave spots on linens) 25-35 drops of essential oil (per 1 1/2 cups of distilled water)

This makes a great hostess or housewarming gift too!

Appy Hour: Grilled Almond Butter + Caramel Date Syrup Sandwiches

ABandJSandwich
ABandJSandwich

Your typical PB + J just got a grown-up makeover! We used the Co-op's Salted French bread, freshly ground almond butter and Date Lady Caramel Date  sauce, then grilled it with salted butter in a skillet on the stove. We also tested a batch with a new local Cabernet Sauvignon jam which was equally delicious.

AB+JSandwich3
AB+JSandwich3

You can cut these into small triangles and serve them as an appetizer with grapes and cheese too. To make the sandwiches you'll need: 10 slices salted French bread (or other hearty white bread) 1 cup of freshly ground almond butter 8-10 tablespoons of caramel date sauce or wine jam 4-5 tablespoons butter

To assemble sandwiches, spread 2 tablespoons of almond butter on 1 slice of bread. Spread caramel sauce or jam over the almond butter and top with another piece of bread. In a large pan or skillet over medium heat, melt  two tablespoons of butter. Place assembled sandwich in pan and grill on each side until golden brown, flipping with a spatula halfway through. Cut into four pieces. Add more butter to pan and repeat until all sandwiches are grilled.

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AB+JSandwich2