Granola is probably the thing I’ve made most consistently over the years in my kitchen and I realized recently that I’ve never shared my recipe. I truly don’t know how this is possible, as I’ve shared my favorite recipes for bread, yogurt and so many of my kitchen favorite. This homemade granola recipe is easy, […]
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Butternut squash soup might be my families favorite fall meal and is one of the best things to make right out of the garden. Butternut squash is fun to grow and produces abundant squash that store well for months. In a good year I will grow 20 or more squashes that can be used in
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For years, I loved the idea of companion planting, succession planting, and crop rotation, but actually putting them into practice felt intimidating and overly complicated. Eventually, I started trying small changes here and there, and to my surprise, even simple adjustments made a big difference. These three classic gardening methods, companion planting, succession planting, and
Why settle for store-bought condiments packed with preservatives, artificial flavors, and unnecessary sugar when you can make your own at home? Not only do homemade condiments taste fresher and more vibrant, but they also allow you to control the ingredients and customize flavors to your liking. From creamy mayonnaise to zesty mustard and smoky barbecue
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As a homesteader, I often find gift giving to be a challenge. My sustainability side resists giving items that might go unused, while my practical side wants gifts to be functional. At the same time, I love beautiful things, which makes choosing the perfect gift even trickier. Honestly, it’s just as hard for others to
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When I ended up with a huge number of damson plums this year I started looking for ways to use them. After making some jelly, I decided to make some damson plum cordial that I could add to seltzer or cocktails for a refreshing beverage. Damson plums make a wonderfully fragrant, slightly tart cordial that’s
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When my mother gave me a few damson plum trees 5 years ago – I thought nothing of it. I planted them, and then forgot about them in the corner of the garden. This year, the trees were covered in damson plums and I suddenly had a huge harvest on my hands. I asked for
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A few years ago my mom gave me some damson plum trees that weren’t thriving in her shady garden. Without much thought I planted them in a sunny spot. Within a few years I had a number of new trees growing and this year the original and largest tree was absolutely dripping in damson plums
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There’s nothing quite like stepping outside and picking fresh berries straight from your garden. We love growing all types of fruit, but there is something special about fresh grown berries. Berries are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients and relatively easy to grow at home. Whether you want a quick snack, pies and
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Homesteading can often feel overwhelming. There is always so much to do and so little time. I used to have a list of so many projects, but each project can take a whole season to complete – so I decided to shift my mindset to micro-projects. Things I can do in a day or a
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