from Stella May

Two years ago, I developed a far from pleasant illness which forced me to change my way if eating, I'm really grateful my husband and son were willing to give it a try. Back up support is an amazing thing. 

Makinghomemade nut butter is a straightforward and rewarding process that allows you to create a fresh, flavorful spread tailored to your preferences. Here's abasic guide to help you craft your own nut butter with the nutsof your choice: Almonds, cashews, peanuts, walnuts,pecans, or any combination (You will need 4 cups).​

Optionaladd-ins: Salt, cinnamon, honey, maple syrup,or other flavorings to taste. Roastthe Nuts: Roasting enhances the nuts' flavorand aids in releasing their natural oils. 

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Spreadthe nuts evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 7-10 minutes, stirringoccasionally, until they are lightly browned and fragrant. Be cautious not toover-roast, as this can lead to a burnt taste. ​

CoolSlightly: Allow the roasted nuts to cool fora few minutes util they're warm but not hot. 

Warm nuts blend more easily,resulting in a smoother butter.​ Transfer the nuts to a food processor or high-poweredblender. Process on high speed. The nuts will go through stages: from whole toa crumbly mixture, then to a thick paste, and finally to a creamy butter. Thisprocess can take anywhere from 5 to 12 minutes, depending on the nut type andyour equipment. Be patient and scrape down the sides of the processor asneeded.

AddFlavorings (Optional): Once thenut butter reaches your desired consistency, you can add a pinch of salt orother flavorings like cinnamon, honey, or maple syrup. Blend briefly toincorporate. Keep in mind that adding liquids may slightly alter the texture.​
Transfer the nut butter to an airtight container or jar. Storein the refrigerator for up to one month. Note that homemade nut butter may firmup when chilled; allowing it to sit at room temperature for a few minutesbefore use can make it more spreadable. ​

Experiment with different nuts orcombinations to discover unique flavors. For instance, blending cashews andalmonds can yield a creamy, mildly sweet butter.​ My personal favorite iscombination of pecans and walnuts.

By making your own nut butter, younot only enjoy a fresher product but also have complete control over theingredients, allowing you to create a healthier alternative to manystore-bought versions.

All my best, Stella

Here is a peek at book one of Stella’s time travel romance series for your reading pleasure. 

One key unlocks the love of a lifetime…but could alsobreak her heart.  

Nika Morris’s sixth sense has helped build a successfulbusiness, lovingly restoring and reselling historic homes on Florida’s AmeliaIsland. But there’s one forlorn, neglected relic that’s pulled at her from themoment she saw it. The century-old Coleman house.  

Quite unexpectedly, the house is handed to her on asilver platter—along with a mysterious letter, postmarked 1909, yet addressedpersonally to Nika. Its cryptic message: Find the key. You know where it is.Hurry, for goodness sake! 

The message triggers an irresistible drive to findthat key. When she does, one twist in an old grandfather clock throws herback in time, straight into the arms of deliciously, devilishly handsome ElijahColeman. 

Swept up in a journey of a lifetime, Nika finds herselffalling in love with Eli—and with the family and friends that inhabit a time noteven her vivid imagination could have conjured. But in one desperate moment ofhomesickness, she makes a decision that will not only alter the course of morethan one life, but break her heart. 

’Til Time Do UsPartis available in Kindle and Paperback at AMAZON. 

Talented author Stella May is the penname for Marina Sardarova who has a fascinating history you should read on her website. 
Stella writes fantasy romance as well as time travel romance. She is the author of 'Till Time Do Us Part, Book 1 in her Upon a Time series, and the stand-alone book Rhapsody in Dreams. Love and family are two cornerstones of her stories and life. Stella’s books are available in e-book and paperback through all major vendors.
When not writing, Stella enjoys classical music, reading, and long walks along the ocean. She lives in Jacksonville, Florida with her husband Leo of 35 years and their son George. They are her two best friends and are all partners in their family business.

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