Posh Sun Tea

Mmmmmm....summer's coming, time to break out the giant pickle jars- and brew some sun tea!
Make it fancy-fied for company by adding some herbs while brewing, for a sophisticated, subtle, and delicious surprise.

1. Fill your jar or other glass container with cold water.
2. Add 7 tea bags.
3. Throw in a handful of mint and sage leaves.
4. Let it brew until it's to your liking. I like mine to go all day.
5. Take the bags and herbs out, squeeze the herbs a bit to get more of their flavor.
6. Pour over ice, and enjoy!
   

Oh NO!

Have you ever been in the middle of a recipe, get to a step, and realize- "Oh POO! I'm out of that!"?

Have no fear, many pantry staples can make a nice substitute in a pinch. :)

• Out of eggs? One egg can be substituted for 1 heaping Tbsp. soy flour plus 1 Tbsp. water.
• Low on brown sugar? 1 cup white sugar plus 2 Tbsp. molasses will make 1 cup of it.
• PMS made you eat all your chocolate? Just mix 3 Tbsp. cocoa and 1 Tbsp. shortening.
• Need buttermilk, but forgot to pick it up? Put 1-2 Tbsp. of lemon juice or vinegar into a 1 cup measuring cup, and fill it with milk.
• You can also enjoy the creamy-ness of whole milk in a recipe, even if you don't keep it on hand. Just mix 1/2 cup evaporated milk with 1/2 cup of water.

More great substitutions tomorrow! :)