La Fuji Mama

May 16

2012

Ginger Honey Okayu (Japanese Rice Porridge)

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Ginger Honey Okayu

Ginger honey okayu (Japanese rice porridge) is another one of my favorite home remedies when I’m feeling under the weather, in addition to another one of my favorite ways to pair up ginger and honey (remember my Honey Ginger Lemon Tea from last week?)! Okayu (or kayu) is a simple Japanese porridge made by cooking rice in more water than usual, adding a bit of salt and sometimes some toppings. [Read More…]

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May 9

2012

Honey Ginger Lemon Tea & Camp Blogaway 2012

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Honey Ginger Lemon Tea

Honey ginger lemon tea is one of my favorite home remedies when I’m starting to feel under the weather, or one my kids starts to sound a bit sniffly. It tastes delicious and does wonders for body and soul. The honey and ginger help soothe a scratchy throat, and the ginger and lemon help clear out the sinuses. I made a big batch of tea this morning, after I woke up listening to my girls sniffling, and feeling a bit stuffy myself. As I added the honey to the tea, I reflected on this past weekend, which I spent up in the mountains at Camp Blogaway. [Read More…]

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Chunky Monkey Scones for Mommy

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Yaki onigiri (grilled Japanese rice balls) are one of my favorite comfort foods. I recently whipped up a batch, using brown rice instead of white rice to help us get an extra serving of whole grains into our day. Then I topped the onigiri with a bit of bacon and chunks of creamy avocado. Grilled [...]

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