Egg Salad

This creamy, classic egg salad is the perfect blend of comfort and flavor. Finely chopped hard-boiled eggs are folded into a rich mixture of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and tangy mustard, then seasoned with dill, dried onion, salt, and pepper for a savory, homestyle finish. Smooth, flavorful, and best served cold, it’s delicious served on fresh…

Why We Started Shearing Day

Several years ago, I had an online conversation about sheep shearing that stopped me in my tracks. The other person was absolutely convinced that shearing sheep was harmful—no matter what I said, I couldn’t bridge the gap between belief and reality. It was clear we weren’t just disagreeing; we were living with very different understandings…

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Washed vs. Unwashed Eggs

If you’ve ever browsed a local farmers’ market—or traveled in Europe—you may have noticed something surprising: eggs sitting out at room temperature. In the United States, however, unrefrigerated eggs are often considered a food safety “no-no.” So why the difference? It all comes down to a tiny, invisible layer called the bloom. Here’s what you…