Genesis Apothecary & Homesteading

Genesis Apothecary & Homesteading Plant based healing products designed to continue a mission of natural healthcare. I believe that I am finally on the path God intended for me to walk.

I am striving to offer people all natural healing plant based products, and continue a mission of healthcare I have been dedicated to for more than 30 years. I decided on the the name Genesis Apothecary because the definition of Genesis is: beginning, origin, or beginning, and an apothecary is an old term for pharmacy. Genesis 1:29 Then God said, Behold, I have given you every seed-bearing plant on the face of all the earth, and every tree whose fruit contains seed. They will be yours for food. Our food has changed drastically over the course of the last number of decades, but it truly IS medicinal...for the body, and the soul. If we all work together, we can get back to our ancestral roots and a better overall well-being. Disclaimer: None of the information provided here is intended to diagnose or treat disease processes, and though I wholeheartedly believe in herbal and holistic medicine, I encourage you to discuss any questions such as interactions with prescription medications with your medical doctor. Feel free to message me with questions or concerns.

Was asked to post here. I'm just beside myself on this...Why does everyone want this recipe from me..... every freakin' ...
11/17/2025

Was asked to post here. I'm just beside myself on this...

Why does everyone want this recipe from me..... every freakin' year??!!

Once again I’ve had requests for my Whiskey Christmas Cake recipe so here goes. Please keep in your files as I am beginning to get tired of typing this up every year! (Made mine this morning!!!!)

1 cup sugar, 1 tsp. baking powder, 1 cup water, 1 tsp. salt , 1 cup brown sugar, lemon juice, 4 large eggs, walnuts, 1 750mL bottle Whiskey, 2 cups dried fruit. Sample a cup of Whiskey to check quality. Take a large bowl, check the Whiskey again to be sure it is of the highest quality then repeat. Turn on the electric mixer. Beat one cup of butter in a large fluffy bowl. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar. Beat again. At this point, it is best to make sure the Whiskey is still okay. Try another cup just in case. Turn off the mixerer thingy. Break 2 eegs and add to the bowl and chuck in the cup of dried fruit. Pick the fruit up off the floor, wash it and put it in the bowl a piece at a time trying to count it. Mix on the turner. If the fried druit gets stuck in the beaterers, just pry it loose with a drewscriver Sample the Whiskey to test for tonsisticity. Next, sift 2 cups of salt, or something. Check the Whiskey. Now s**t shift the lemon juice and strain your nuts. Add one table. Add a spoon of sugar, or somefink. Whatever you can find. Greash the oven. Turn the cake tin 360 degrees and try not to fall over. Don't forget to beat off the turner. Finally, throw the bowl through the window. Finish the Whiskey and wipe the counter with the cat.

Cheers, and enjoy the upcoming holiday season!

Stay healthy y'all 🥂🥴 and remember alcohol is not always the answer, but it is a solution!

NOTE: This is for entertainment purposes only. It's been a rough couple of weeks, and really just needed a good laugh. Hoping you got one too! 😉🥰😆

You want fresh foods that'll last?Learn to pickle and ferment. The techniques are exceptionally simple and recipes are p...
11/17/2025

You want fresh foods that'll last?

Learn to pickle and ferment. The techniques are exceptionally simple and recipes are plentiful in today's digital age. Both processes preserve food for long term storage and provide tasty, very healthy, alternatives to the "norm".

Tonight we're having mixed greens with home made strawberry vinaigrette topped with pickled golden beets (they taste like spiced apples), and femented cherry & pear tomatoes (fermented in July and August of this year and STILL absolutely delicious after being safely stored in the refrigerator after fermentation was complete).

If you over purchase (maybe there was a big sale... maybe plans changed) don't wait for fresh food to spoil and waste it... preserve instead!

Stay healthy y'all 🍽🍅🥗😋

OH.MY.GOODNESS!😋😋😋I think I'm in love with this recipe. Best batch of kraut we've made yet! Good heat, but definitely no...
11/16/2025

OH.
MY.
GOODNESS!

😋😋😋

I think I'm in love with this recipe.

Best batch of kraut we've made yet! Good heat, but definitely not over the top.

Ingredients: red cabbage, honey crisp apple, carrot, onion, jalapeño, habanero, salt.

I'll not be dumping, but drinking a shot of remaining brine daily for excellent probiotic benefits.

Available while supplies last:
If any local peeps are interested, we have 3 pints and 3 half pints we'd be willing to sell. Also have 3 pints of the jalapeño batch available (same ingredients minus the habanero). Just send a message.

Stay healthy y'all! 🌱🥰

On today's episode of the one armed (currently forced to be an) assistant chef.We are preparing to make a vegetable beef...
11/15/2025

On today's episode of the one armed (currently forced to be an) assistant chef.

We are preparing to make a vegetable beef stew. First up foraged (Hen of the woods) mushroom, garlic, and onion simmered to make a tasty base broth!

And kraut... again 😋 We added apple, carrot, onion, jalapeño, and habanero to this batch, and it smells wonderful!

We still have carrots, and I'm looking for a recipe for a small batch femented hot sauce, because we've got plenty of peppers too!

Just for the record: I didn't lose an arm permanently. I've recently been dealing with some excruciating bouts of left shoulder pain and lack of mobility due to what the doctor currently thinks is a frozen shoulder. I've been managing without contemporary medication using comfrey salve and pain balm, heat, massage, ice, and stretches. My very loving other half has been a exceptionally tolerant caretaker and despite my frustration and exhaustion, I am beyond blessed! Now, I just need to regain function of my arm so I can wash my own hair, get myself dressed, and go back to work!

Have a wonderful weekend y'all! Stay healthy!🌱😊❤️

I live in a small rural town...in town, on a 1/3 acre lot, so not a lot of room. The garden in the backyard is 22' x 48'...
11/09/2025

I live in a small rural town...in town, on a 1/3 acre lot, so not a lot of room. The garden in the backyard is 22' x 48', and we try to utilize as much of the space as we can. This year, I changed gardening methods so I spent less time in the garden (because we also work outside the home), less time watering, and we still had an abundance of produce. I don't use herbicides or pesticides, and only organic compost and chicken droppings for fertilizer. I plant herbs, and medicinal plants in raised beds, around the house, around the deck, and outside the dogs' "gated community" 😆. I have two active compost bins. All of this on only 1/3 of an acre... imagine if I had 5, 10, or 20!

My point of my above rambling is you don't need much space.

Now, how much produce can you buy for $4.00 at the grocery, the farmer's market, or discount store? According to the ads I see in local flyers, not much. This is $4.00 in carrot seed... we gave away 30 # and we're still not done processing! $4.00 has already given us 32 pints and 14 quarts of carrots. Tomorrow I will be making carrot soup, my hubby wants to do a batch of spicy pickled carrots, and I'm considering a hot sauce... and we'll STILL have fresh carrots for school lunches going well into December! All of this for $4.00 and a limited amount of labor.

My second point is, it pays to prioritize. Yes, we've been processing for most of the day. It's midnight, and our last quarts have 1/2 hour to go, but we're a team. We're doing this together, and we're prioritizing health and food security on a chosen budget. Don't let the doubters tell you it can't be done... there are plenty of us who'll tell you otherwise.

Enjoy your day before getting back to the grind. Stay healthy y'all! 😉

10/31/2025

Made the most spectacularly delicious horseradish sauce tonight...I was eating right outta the jar! Yes, I'm weird, but it really is good!

Any local peeps interested in roots to grow their own?

After 2 years I harvested only a small portion of what I've got growing and have plenty processed to last the year. It's healthy, and potent. Best thing is when you grow your own, you know it's TRULY organic!

So many uses too... fire cider, hot honey, cocktail sauce, mix with home made mayo for "horsey" sauce, body marys...

Message me for fresh root if interested... should be planted soon.

Stay healthy y'all!

Another harvest is in and ready to use... after I replant some of course! It's amazingly simple to get a return of 400-5...
10/29/2025

Another harvest is in and ready to use... after I replant some of course! It's amazingly simple to get a return of 400-500% on such a small "investment". 😉

Garlic is not only delicious, but per my usual message, incredibly medicinal and beneficial for your body!

Antimicrobial
Anti-inflammatory
Antioxidant
Prebiotic
Lowers blood pressure
Balances blood sugar
Reduces cholesterol
Improves circulation...
.. and more. Some experts believe that eating 1-2 cloves daily can have positive impacts on health.

And seeing how is almost Halloween, garlic has some roots in folklore and cultural history.

A protective amulet: In many Eastern European cultures, garlic was believed to ward off evil, and people would hang it in their homes or wear it as a protection against vampires and other malevolent forces. Porphyria, a genetic blood disorder can cause symptoms like pale skin, sensitivity to light, and sunken gums, which may have contributed to the vampire myth. People with porphyria often avoid sulfurous foods like garlic, which can worsen their symptoms.

A powerful scent: The strong, pungent smell of garlic was thought to be unbearable to vampires, but this may have also held ties to rabies... as rabies can cause erratic behavior, a sensitivity to strong smells, and aggressive biting, which aligns with some aspects of the vampire myth.

Symbol of purity and strength: Garlic was associated with purity and vitality, which contrasted with the dark, undead nature of vampires.
.. and there you have it!

Happy fall everyone, be safe, and stay healthy!

Canning the prettiest kraut I've ever laid eyes on today...and starting another batch right away! This batch is fermente...
10/25/2025

Canning the prettiest kraut I've ever laid eyes on today...and starting another batch right away!

This batch is fermented along with honey crisp apples, garden fresh carrots, onions, and jalapeños, and smells (and tastes) absolutely divine!

If left unprocessed, sauerkraut offers a plethora of fantastic gut balancing probiotic bacteria, and will last up to a year if kept refrigerated.

Any locals interested in a pint? 😋 Small batch offered first come first served.

Send me a message!

I know what we're having with dinner tonight!

Are there any local hot sauce fans here?I've got two very small batch femented hot sauces available while supply lasts. ...
10/23/2025

Are there any local hot sauce fans here?

I've got two very small batch femented hot sauces available while supply lasts.

1. Strawberry rhubarb ghost - my 13 year old tried it and said, "This would be great on eggs!", and he's definitely not wrong!

2. Roasted green tomato, jalapeño and habanero (onion, garlic, and lime).

Because these are fermented, they will require refrigeration... or you may end up with a bottle that bubbles over due to continued activity. Both contain natural probiotics as they have not been pasteurized - probitotics are essential for good gut health.

They're quite tasty, and have some heat, but are not extremely 'hot'.

Message me if you're interested.

This last weekend we went to the family farm where I harvested an abundance of nettle and catnip. I got the chance to st...
10/23/2025

This last weekend we went to the family farm where I harvested an abundance of nettle and catnip. I got the chance to start processing tonight, so it's been sitting in a cool garage...

We might need to stage an intervention for two very stoned cats though (these were some VERY healthy plants) 🤣... Hey, nature's "medicine" ain't just for hoomans!

I'm sufficiently entertained while doing some of the more tedious stuff.

Stay healthy y'all! 🌱🥰🐈‍⬛️🐈

Does anyone drink tea anymore? I don't mean bagged tea (the individual bags have microplastics in them), but fresh herba...
10/21/2025

Does anyone drink tea anymore? I don't mean bagged tea (the individual bags have microplastics in them), but fresh herbal tea... made from things that are tasty AND medicinal.

I drink fresh mullein tea with peppermint, clove, and cinnamon almost every day and kicked my pot a day coffee habit. Coffee is reserved for road trips now.

Drop me a line below and let me know what your go to is.

Can you identify any of the herbs plants pictured?

Stay healthy y'all!🥰

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