Many of us have become so accustomed to shopping for our groceries that we often overlook the abundance that Mother Nature offers us right in our own backyards. If you venture into the right forest at the right time of year, you might discover an array of natural wonders ready to be collected. However, always proceed with caution, especially when foraging for items like mushrooms.

The bounty of nature isn’t limited to forests; you may find nutritious gifts waiting right in your own backyard, depending on your location. Curious? Well, let’s delve further into this topic…

I must confess, I’m not a plant expert. I struggle to identify most herbs and plants at first glance and wouldn’t dare advise anyone on what is safe to consume. Yet, when I learned about purslane, I knew it was something worth exploring.