Paleolithic Diet, (gluten-free and dairy-free) also called the caveman or a hunter/gatherer diet. Hunting, gathering, and gardening. It's what country folks have been practicing for generations, and in fact it's a tradition that it even 
thrives today.

God seemingly used bread as a curse, in Gen 3:19 anyway...But we've come to LOVE it! Isn't that strange? The bible makes mention of bread over 300 times --- 361 to be exact. And it certainly has become as much of a staple in our modern diets as it was back then.
So what is with so many people being allergic to gluten. 

I don't even pretend to be an authority on the subject, or any other topic for that matter!  But I have done my share of researching, and have come to the conclusion that this, along with many other diet related illnesses/allergies are a direct result of tampering with nature. Or, eating too many highly PROCESSED foods. WHY are the foods being overly-processed? To prolong shelf life mainly.
So we are eating all of these foods that have had the LIFE taken out of them, and then they have been doused with artificial vitamins, minerals and preservatives/chemicals!! There has to be a better way to eat!

For Instance: I have a bread drawer (one that needs decluttering, sadly) and I have a loaf of bread in there that is a few weeks old, (I kept it just to see what would happen) that still looks, feels and smells fresh. Whaaat? Well, we give in sometimes and buy what looks good. I should really have taken the advice of someone who told me years ago to buy what spoils quickly. It has less preservatives. I mean if you are going to buy bread, or you don't bake your own.. Which we probably should be doing, but hey, life happens, one day we will, right?!

On a sidenote:
You also have people advising us to eat LESS, but actually we need to eat MORE natural foods, naturally prepared foods! Foods that haven't been tampered with (processed), and foods that give us nourishment, vitality, and LIFE!!! I will even go so far as to say, um, all the canning, preserving (to some point) tampers with the nourishment in foods. Now I'm not knocking canning or all the other methods of preserving, but if you live in town, or close to town. . .get to the store, farmer's market, (many larger cities/towns have one, even smaller ones and it's become a very trendy thing) More than likely you'll find someone with sourdough bread, another very trendy thing right now.

You have to jump on that bandwagon, honey, while it's still rolling if you're interested! Make it, sell it, or buy it! 🥖🍞🥯

I'm still thinking about it. . .And this is really going to be a challenge with my Southern upbringing! You know....all those biscuits and gravy, and desserts we are so fond of! But hey, I am up for the challenge. And I heard you can make biscuits, pancakes, and even donuts with sourdough.

Sorry to tell y'all, but there is a difference, historically at least, and maybe regionally. Nevertheless, I've seen many descriptions, and some even hilarious. "A larder is where you keep your lard, while a pantry is where you keep your pants." lol

So, I honestly, was prompted to write this post after reading the wonderful classic story, The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse, by Beatrix Potter. She had such a way with the everyday details of house, home and countryside, the description speaks for itself.

"There were yards and yards of sandy passages, leading to storerooms and nut-cellars and seed-cellars, all amongst the roots of the hedge. There was a kitchen, a parlour, a pantry, and a larder. Also, there was Mrs. Tittlemouse's bedroom, where she slept in a little box bed!" Excerpt. 

Here's what Google AI had to say: In the UK, both "pantry" and "larder" are used to describe storage spaces for food, but they have subtle differences. A larder often refers to a cooler, dedicated space, sometimes a separate room, used for storing perishable foods like meats, dairy, and vegetables. A pantry, on the other hand, can be a room, cupboard, or closet used for storing a wider variety of food items, including dry goods, canned goods, and sometimes even dishes. In the US, "pantry" is the more common term for this type of storage. [1, 2]
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Larder:

• Traditional: Historically, a larder was a cool, ventilated room used for storing perishable items like meats, dairy, and vegetables. [1, 2]
• Cool storage: Larders are often designed to be cool and dry to help preserve food. [3]
• Location: They are often located near the kitchen for easy access. [2]

Pantry:

• Versatile storage: Pantries can store a variety of food items, including dry goods, canned goods, and sometimes even dishes or other kitchen supplies.
• Flexibility: A pantry can be a separate room, a large closet, or even a dedicated cupboard.
• American English: In the US, "pantry" is the preferred term for this type of food storage. [1, 2]

In essence:

• Larders: are more focused on cool, perishable food storage, while pantries are more versatile and can store a wider range of items.
• The term "larder" is more prevalent in the UK, while "pantry" is more common in the US. [1, 2, 4]

[1] https://english.stackexchange.com/questions/170121/difference-between-larder-and-pantry
[2] https://www.homesandgardens.com/kitchens/whats-the-difference-between-a-larder-pantry-back-kitchen
[3] https://alldone.com/kitchen-larder-or-pantry-which-is-the-right-choice-for-you/
[4] https://www.magnet.co.uk/blog/kitchen-larder-or-pantry-the-differences-between-them/

I should list this on my "Favorites" page, it truly is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Sweet and salty, crunchy and creamy, yum. Added to a salad with crackers or croutons makes it a complete meal. And if you make this at home, please use panko bread crumbs, it is so delicious, you'll never go back to regular bread crumbs or a flour coating. 

I might also add, the seasoning doesn't have to be complicated, at all. A simple salt and pepper seasoning is all it really needs, but adding curry powder and or ground turmeric is really scrumptious as well.

​Who needs ketchup?