The perfect lunch to make ahead of time for busy weeks; this recipe is fast to put together and will last about 5 days in the fridge, even with the homemade mayo. This is also ideal to make during the summer when your garden veggies are swimming into the kitchen but it's too hot to … Continue reading Chicken Pasta Salad using Homemade Mayo & Canned Chicken
Protein Waffles with Cottage Cheese, Canned Pumpkin (not lumpy)
Each of these waffles come out to be about 8-9 grams of protein each, and the best part is that these are packed with of vitamins and minerals all thanks to the help of some canned pumpkin added in. This recipe does not take an enormous amount of effort and can easily be converted to … Continue reading Protein Waffles with Cottage Cheese, Canned Pumpkin (not lumpy)
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2024
Another year flew past us. What did we learn to carry into the new one? Hopefully it's a few garden goals, canning plans, and efforts to expand your own homesteads, no matter what they look like. I just want to share a heartfelt thank you to every one of you who found this corner of … Continue reading 2024
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Creating a Healthy Pantry (besides just canning)
From home canned goods, store bought staples, and even a few of those convenient foods, having a stocked pantry can help any home cook get through countless meals. This list will help steer you into knowing what some versatile yet healthy ingredients are so you can work on stocking your pantry for everyday cooking at … Continue reading Creating a Healthy Pantry (besides just canning)
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Spiced Orange Biscotti Recipe | Alcohol free
Biscottis are simple enough, and this version has a subtle hint of orange and peppermint to add a holiday spin to a common companion to coffee or espressos. This one also skips the brandy or rum and using fresh squeeze orange juice, making this a family & pantry friendly option. Here I go into tools … Continue reading Spiced Orange Biscotti Recipe | Alcohol free
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Leftover Ham & Potato Soup | No Dairy
Move over ham sandwiches: this version of ham and potato soup comes together in about 20 minutes and has no dairy, making this an easy option for leftover holiday ham that won't leave you with food fatigue. This is best when you are on the last bit of that ham, and your stuck with the … Continue reading Leftover Ham & Potato Soup | No Dairy
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Zucchini & Rice with Herb Salt | Rice Cooker Recipe
Pairing well with just about any meal, this is a savory rice recipe that makes your plain white rice even better. One zucchini, with some delicious homemade herb salt, onion powder, and butter is all you need for this rice cooker recipe. Here I go into tools you need, ingredients, and instructions on how to … Continue reading Zucchini & Rice with Herb Salt | Rice Cooker Recipe
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Citrus Herb Salt with Tomatoes, Peppers, Garden Herbs
Oranges, lemons, garden herbs, cherry tomatoes, peppers, and more. This citrus herb salt, although it sounds fancy, is an all-purpose salt that can easily be used on meats, soups, potatoes, anything! It's an easy dehydrating recipe, and I give it to you in bulk, so you can fill your pantry up with this fragrant salt … Continue reading Citrus Herb Salt with Tomatoes, Peppers, Garden Herbs
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Fresh Apple Waffles
This semi-homemade waffle recipe is a great way to use up some fresh apples in your fridge (especially if they went a little soft on you), without much fuss. Leftovers freeze great, and picky eaters should be able to tolerate this waffle recipe since the apples melt right into the waffle batter. Here I go … Continue reading Fresh Apple Waffles
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Homemade Apple Cider Vinegar | Easy Fermenting
Homemade Apple Vinegar is a month-long ferment that uses a few basic pantry items, and some apple scraps. No need for any special fermenting tools either! Just some large glass jars and coffee filters is all you need. Here I go into tools you need, ingredients, and instructions on how to make this Apple Cider … Continue reading Homemade Apple Cider Vinegar | Easy Fermenting
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Autumn: Pine Shavings as Garden Mulch? – Home, Car, Animal Preps for a SNOWY Winter
We are currently sitting in the peak of autumn where I live. It's so beautiful, especially in the mornings, but it's still a season of work here on the homestead, especially with the consistent predictions of a very snowy winter coming. Here's a few things on my mind during this season... Pine Shavings (Coop Bedding) … Continue reading Autumn: Pine Shavings as Garden Mulch? – Home, Car, Animal Preps for a SNOWY Winter
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Bread Machine Pumpkin Bread
This recipe works on any machine that can hold up to a 2-pound loaf. It's a great dump and go recipe, using basic pantry ingredients and tastes just like the ones that come out of the oven! Here I go into ingredients you need and a few tips to take when making the Bread Machine … Continue reading Bread Machine Pumpkin Bread
The Cottage Vegetable 