Iris and Honey is a food and lifestyle blog with an emphasis on local farms and businesses in Central PA.
Last weekend, I had the chance to visit Calicutts Spice Co. for the first time. Calicutts is located in Lemoyne and the owners craft the spice blends by hand. They do have a website, but in order to truly appreciate all the spices they offer, you should definitely visit. Small…
This recipe for Apple Sausage Breakfast Casserole uses almost 100% local ingredients. The apple sausage is from Anschuetz Farm and made with pork and apples. It smells so good when it is cooking. I should have bought more. The eggs, cheese, milk, and half and half come from my favorite…
Did you know that pot belly pigs like collard greens? It’s true. This week was the final week for the CSA from Strites’ Orchard. I received apples, Brussels sprouts, spinach, potatoes, onions, and collard greens. My co-worker did not want anything because she is a bum (just kidding!), so I…
I think I have found the perfect combination: oats, honey, and Squirrelly Tail nut butter. The best thing about this recipe besides the taste is that it uses 100% local ingredients. The honey is from Strites’ Orchard, the oats come from Kauffman’s Fruit Farm, and the nut butter is from…