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This Simple Chili Dog Sauce recipe is one that I keep in my freezer year round. The versatility of it allows me to not only…
Posted in Growing Food
“I want to start a garden, but don’t have the space!”, or, “Gardening is too expensive, especially in containers.” Does this sound like you? Do…
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As Spring approaches, I find myself reaching for meals and side dishes that aren’t so heavy on the gut. Food that is quick, nourishing and…
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Fluffy, smooth, buttery mashed potatoes from scratch. Best served piping hot with gravy, or cheese and chives, or maybe even on top of a casserole.…
Posted in Caring For the Homestead
Do you love wreaths? They are such a simple gesture of cheer. I like to display them on my front door and throughout my home…
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Have you noticed that butcherblock countertops are all the hype right now? Wooden spoons and wooden cooking utensils are making a solid comeback, too. Wooden…
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Are you a tea drinker? A gardener? A make-it-yourselfer? Do you like to dabble in home apothecary? Then welcome, friend! Today I am going to teach…
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Raised bed gardening. The envy of some gardeners, the misery of others. When I first started a vegetable garden, I had a traditional garden in…
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If the thought of candle making overwhelms you, I urge you to give this easy lard candle recipe a try. These homemade lard candles call…
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Join me as I share my technique for how to effortlessly render lard. As a result, the mess is minimal and the results are delicious.…