As the wheel of the year turns and brings us closer to the earth’s natural rhythms, it’s time to embrace the magic of the seasons with a dish that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also connects us to the deeper energies of the world around us.
This Sweet Smoked Bacon & Green Bean Casserole is a celebration of the bounty and diversity of nature’s offerings.
In the spirit of the Pagan & Wiccan holidays, where each ingredient is chosen for its energetic properties and symbolic meanings, this casserole becomes a tribute to the earth’s abundance.
Green beans, the star of this dish, are a symbol of nourishment and growth, mirroring the lush greenery of the earth. Their energy brings to mind the rejuvenating power of nature, especially during times of harvest and thanksgiving.
The smoky bacon adds a grounding element, its rich, earthy flavors reminding us of the deep, interconnected roots of all living things. As it crisps in the smoker, infused with the essence of applewood, it represents the transformative power of fire – an element revered in many Pagan traditions for its ability to purify, renew, and change.
And let’s not forget the creamy French dressing, which adds a luxurious, harmonious balance, symbolizing the unity and blending of diverse elements to create something greater than the sum of its parts.
As you prepare this dish, be mindful of the energies at play.
Cooking here is not just an act of nourishing the body but also a ritual of connecting with the spiritual essence of food.
Let each ingredient speak to you, telling its story of growth, transformation, and rebirth. Whether you’re celebrating a Pagan holiday or simply seeking to infuse your cooking with more intention and gratitude, this Sweet Smoked Bacon & Green Bean Casserole is a perfect way to honor the energies of the earth and the sacred cycle of life.
New England clam chowder is a rich, creamy soup that is a staple of the Northeastern United States.
This savory soup is made with potatoes, clams, bacon, and other ingredients that come together to create a delicious seafood dish.
In this article, we’ll take a closer look at this recipe, including its history, how to make it literally magical, and how to cook it.
History Of New England Clam Chowder
New England clam chowder has a long history that dates back to the early days of the United States. It is believed that the soup was first made by settlers in the Northeast, who used clams that were abundant in the region.
Over time, the recipe evolved, with various ingredients and seasonings added to create different variations of the soup.
The recipe for New England clam chowder has become a cultural icon of the Northeast, with many restaurants and food establishments serving their own unique versions of the dish. It has also gained popularity around the world, with people from all over trying their hand at making this savory seafood soup.
History Of Kitchen Witchcraft
Kitchen witchcraft is a type of witchcraft that focuses on using ingredients and tools in the kitchen to create magic.
Practitioners of kitchen witchcraft, like us, believe that food and cooking can be a form of spiritual practice and that the act of preparing and sharing food can be a way to connect with the divine.
Some common practices in kitchen witchcraft include using herbs, spices, and other ingredients in spells and rituals, creating homemade potions and remedies, and incorporating magical symbols and sigils into cooking and baking.
For those who practice kitchen witchcraft, the kitchen is a sacred space where magic and nourishment come together to create a harmonious and holistic approach to life.
How To Make Clam Chowder Into A Spell Or Ritual
When you practice kitchen witchcraft, it’s very easy to transform any recipe into a spell or ritual. In fact, this is how potions came into existence.
For this clam chowder recipe, we’ll look at the magical properties and spiritual symbolism of each ingredient.
When you add each ingredient to the dish, visualize it adding the following vibrations to anyone who eats it.
Now that you have all of your ingredients, it’s time to start making your New England clam chowder. Here are the instructions:
Bring bottled clam juice and potatoes to boil in a large pot over high heat.
Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a fresh, large, heavy stockpot, melt butter over medium heat.
Add bacon and cook until bacon begins to brown, about 8 minutes.
Add onions, celery, garlic, and bay leaf and sauté until vegetables soften, about 6 minutes.
Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes (do not allow flour to brown).
Gradually whisk in reserved juices from clams.
Add potato mixture, clams, and half and half.
Simmer chowder for 5 minutes to blend flavors, stirring frequently.
Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Refrigerate uncovered until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated. Bring to a simmer before serving.)
Tips for Making the Perfect New England Clam Chowder
Don’t let the flour brown when making the roux – this can affect the taste and texture of the chowder.
Be sure to stir the chowder frequently while it simmers to prevent sticking and burning.
Season the chowder to taste with salt and pepper – this will enhance the flavors of the soup.
Bring bottled clam juice and potatoes to boil in a large pot over high heat.
24 ounces Clam juice, 1 pound Russet potatoes
Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a fresh, large, heavy stockpot, melt butter over medium heat.
2 tablespoons Butter
Add bacon and cook until bacon begins to brown, about 8 minutes.
3 slices Bacon
Add onions, celery, garlic, and bay leaf and sauté until vegetables soften, about 6 minutes.
2 cups Onions, 2 stalks Celery with leaves, 2 cloves Garlic, 1 Bay leaf
Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes (do not allow flour to brown).
1/4 cup All-purpose flour
Gradually whisk in reserved juices from clams.
6 6.5 ounce cans Chopped clams
Add potato mixture, clams, and half and half.
1 1/4 cups Half and half
Simmer chowder for 5 minutes to blend flavors, stirring frequently.
Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Refrigerate uncovered until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated. Bring to a simmer before serving.)
Notes
Don’t let the flour brown when making the roux – this can affect the taste and texture of the chowder.
Be sure to stir the chowder frequently while it simmers to prevent sticking and burning.
Season the chowder to taste with salt and pepper – this will enhance the flavors of the soup.
New England clam chowder is a delicious seafood soup that is perfect for a cold winter day or a warm summer evening. With its rich, creamy texture and savory flavor
One large pot of hearty, aura-revitalizing chili coming right up, Witch!
When we think of chili, we’re immediately transported to Mabon. A slight chill in the air, a bonfire, and one of our favorite comfort foods – smoky chili.
This recipe features a beautiful mix of bacon, sauteed onion, your favorite ground meat, kidney beans, and a little Kitchen Witchery come together to give your meal a little magic.
This recipe is so incredible, filling, and large that you’ll have chili for days, and yes, it reheats very well!
What Is Chili?
Chili is a favorite comfort food that seems to have originated in Texas, though many areas around the US have their own delicious versions.
This meat-packed, smoky stew combines the sweetness of onions, the smokiness of dried chilies, and the rich flavors of beef broth or tomatoes and beer to make a great pot of happiness.
Our favorite part of chili is that it’s fully customizable!
Add it to a bowl of corn chips for Frito Pie.
Top it with cheddar cheese.
Add sour cream and dip tortilla chips or crackers in it.
Garnish a plain bowl with white onion for a fresh crunch.
Make chili mac by adding it to boiled elbow macaroni and topping it with shredded cheese.
Whether you decide to use ground chuck roast, lean ground beef, ground turkey, or tofu, this chili recipe is packed with warm, comforting flavors.
PS: Our favorite toppings are sour cream, green onions, and cheddar cheese! You can’t add enough sweetness, smoothness, and protection to a Witch Kitchen meal.
What Is Kitchen Witchcraft?
Kitchen Witchcraft is the metaphysical practice of working with the natural energies of what you’re cooking and using them to heal or manifest change.
When we read about “potions” and “elixirs,” these are usually foods that have intention cooked into them!
Why Is This Recipe For Power, Strength & Happiness?
Many of the ingredients in this classic chili recipe resonate with power, strength, and happiness:
White onions & yellow onions: vitality, strength, good health, and protection
Bacon: longevity
Chili powder: power, vitality, longevity
Oregano: strength, healing, happiness
Beer: happiness
You get the idea! Don’t worry; we’ve listed all of the magical properties of the ingredients in our favorite bean chili recipe below!
Recipe: Best Ever Smoky Bacon, Beef & Bean Chili Recipe For Power, Strength & Happiness
What Do You Top Chili With?
Chili is so amazing on its own, but we all know a Kitchen Witch loves making things their own!
So, try topping it with:
Fresh white, green, or yellow onion.
Hot sauce or cayenne pepper for a little extra heat.
Thinly sliced garlic.
Grated cheddar cheese.
A dollop of beer cheese, sour cream, or Greek yogurt.
Mabon and Samhain are two of a Witches’ favorite holidays!
They’re both times for us to go within and reconnect with our Selves and our families!
Whether you’re enjoying a Witches’ Thanksgiving Mabon feast with your family or honoring your ancestors at Samhain, this savory, homey main dish will reconnect you with the love of your family.
What is a Magical Recipe?
A magical recipe is any recipe that’s made with a specific intention in mind. Each of the ingredients that go into the dish add specific energy to work towards your intention’s manifestation! Just like in a normal spell, you should visualize your goal as having happened. As you prepare and add the ingredients, state how its energy helps your spell. Visualize that whoever eats your cooking gets your intention manifested!
This particular lamb shank recipe contains ingredients that help remove negative energy from your family and allows the room to reconnect with relatives and ancestors!
Really good food always makes us happy and these crispy, sweet, and savory, magickal oven Sweet Potato Wedges will fill your belly up with joy and more! Chances are, you’ve heard that the secret ingredient is love, but here, it’s happiness, friendship, and grounding.
How do recipe spells work?
What is the secret to Kitchen Witchcraft? Each ingredient adds its own energy to a recipe and your love charges them up!
Everything in our lives has energy and that energy can shift and move into other people, places, and things. Why not recognize and use the good vibes that food gives us and amplify them when you cook? Simply visualize your goal while you cook, acknowledging the energy that each item adds to your spell as you chop and add them!
What can I use this magical recipe for?
This easy sweet potato recipe makes a great snack, side dish, or potluck item for a Mabon or Samhain feast! Empower this dish to repair friendships, recharge your sacral chakra, and inspire optimism!
In this recipe, we pan-sear the outsides of each wedge to make sure they’re crispy when they come out of the oven!
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Nothing says fall and winter like a cozy, warming, perfectly seasoned bowl of soup. Every soup has a base broth; why not make sure your soup and stew broth is filled with magic and healing nutrients? This beef and chicken bone broth contains vital trace minerals and is packed with vitamins to ensure you and your family have everything you need to stay healthy!
In this magical brew, you’ll find more than just vitamins and minerals in its ingredients; Witches know that everything in life is filled with energy that we can work with for our highest good. That’s why this bone broth recipe is perfect for Mabon, Samhain, and Yule feasts!
How do you do Kitchen Witchcraft?
Wondering how to turn any recipe into a spell? Every ingredient that goes into your recipe has energy and a purpose, just like in spellwork.
First, research and learn what magical properties each part of the spell recipe has. Then, as you add each item to your recipe, state what each ingredient is for while visualizing the goal of what you’re cooking!
This magickal recipe is for grounding, healing, and vitality, so visualize that everyone who eats it is strong, healthy, and protected!
Can I make a bone broth recipe if I don’t have an Instant Pot or pressure cooker?
Absolutely! To make bone broth the traditional way, you’ll want to cover the bones and spices in 8 quarts of water, place a lid on your stockpot, and let the ingredient simmer for 12 hours. Be sure to check on and top off your broth with fresh water to make sure the bones stay covered with water. Once it’s done, season to taste with salt.
What recipes will you use this bone broth recipe for? Let us know in the comments below!
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The first day of Fall is here again, and with it comes the perfect vibe for apple cider! Traditionally, it can take hours to simmer up a cauldron or pot full of this delicious, warm, cinnamon drink, but with a pressure cooker, it can be ready in less than 40 minutes!
Apples naturally have a star, or pentagram, in the center of them when cut horizontally. This makes them a perfect fruit for Kitchen Witches! Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit are called upon naturally when we cook with apples! Their magical properties include happiness, friendship, balance, love, prosperity and healing. So this magical potion recipe is perfect for calling in warming love and wealth during the winter months!
How do you do a spell recipe? Easy! All you have to do is read what each ingredient is used for in magic and Witchcraft, visualize a goal of that energy as you prepare it, and know that when you eat or drink your recipe, you’re taking in that intention!
So, let’s set an intention for warm love, happiness, and wealth for Fall.
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Cast spells while you cook! This pumpkin soup is a perfect way to celebrate Samhain and the Autumn season, especially when you’re a Witch! By calling upon these ingredients as you cook with them, you can easily cast spells right in your kitchen! Simply state what each ingredient does as you add it to the pot and visualize the outcome!
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