As Thanksgiving rapidly approaches, it brings with it a selection of dishes that are traditionally served at most holiday tables. The soothing smells and tastes bring with them fond memories of past holidays and thoughts of cozy kitchens. Yet often for those with food allergies, the holiday season can be Read more…
Looking for a great Fall Flavor alternative to Pumpkin Spice this season? Give these Carrot-Oatmeal-Raisin Cookies a try! They make your kitchen smell amazing and are the perfect thing to welcome you home after enjoying the brisk Autumn air! These cookies are also a great way to add more carrots Read more…
I think tomatoes are one of the easiest foods to can, as well as to grow. They are also one of the main foods where the taste difference between home-canned and store bought is undeniable! Making home-canned tomatoes is well worth your while. On the health front, store bought tomatoes Read more…
No added ingredients are needed, just pure BLUEBERRY GOODNESS! NO Liquid! NO Sugar or Sweeteners! Just Berries—pure and simple! This is a super simple process that only requires a water bath canner. I have found this method to be by far one my favorites when it comes to putting up Read more…
Here in the beautiful Great Lakes Region, June normally means strawberries. This year our berries came on a little later due to the cool rainy weather we have been having, but late or not they help mark the true start of summer! With their cheery bright red color and sweet-tart Read more…
Homesteading is about having the “know-how” to make use of your resources to add variety to your life. Contrary to many people’s opinion, a person’s resources are not limited to their monetary income. In this case, resources could mean a lawn full of weeds! Dandelions actually have many uses. The Read more…
Pressure Canning Meat for the Beginner This past month, a relative decided to downsize his homestead. As a result, I was given some meat from an old dairy cow. The keyword here is old. You don’t get tender succulent steaks from an old cow. However, the meat is not worthless Read more…
Adventures in the Great Outdoors Our DIY Natural Grapevine and Birch Bark Wreath Welcome in the new season with this rustic, natural DIY wreath. This wreath is a great alternative to the standard burlap wreath, while still giving that rustic appeal. It provides both beauty and elegance with naturally sourced Read more…
