Here we discuss three easy ways to use recycled containers for seed starting (that's not toilet paper rolls). Let's Dive in... Seed Starting with Recycled Containers Seed starting in general is a great way to save money. However, buying countless of seed starting domes or trays can add up costs. Good thing seeds don't care … Continue reading Starting Seeds with Recycled Containers
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Freezing Chive Butter
Chives are an easy herb to grow in your own garden, even if you only have a patio. But chives do poorly when simply dried since their flavor gets lost completely. So, here's one of the best ways to preserve this tasty herb so you can enjoy it year-round. Here we discuss tools you need, … Continue reading Freezing Chive Butter
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Homegrown Spice Cabinet | Culinary Herbs to Grow in your Garden
Even for beginner gardeners, herbs are one of the easiest plants to grow, preserve, and even save seeds from. Here we go over annual and perennial herbs to grow and how to preserve them, so you can create your own homegrown spice cabinet. Let's Dive In... Homegrown Spice Cabinet | Perennials Herbs Buying seeds is … Continue reading Homegrown Spice Cabinet | Culinary Herbs to Grow in your Garden
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Simple Pumpkin Purée Recipe | Freezer Friendly
Here I go into pumpkins to use, tools you need, ingredients, and step by step instructions to make this simple pumpkin puree that is suited to store in your freezer. Let’s dive in… Simple Pumpkin Puree Recipe Pumpkins to Grow Growing your own pumpkins or buying pumpkins from the farmers market is the best way … Continue reading Simple Pumpkin Purée Recipe | Freezer Friendly
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Garden Method Overview: Raised Beds | Traditional, Container, and Hügelkultur Hills
Raised bed gardening is a modern adaptation that has taken on popularity like a storm. They offer gardening to be more accessible and easier while allowing gardeners to grow a full garden. With these attributes, anyone can see why beginner vegetable gardeners are interested. But is using raised beds in your garden right for you? … Continue reading Garden Method Overview: Raised Beds | Traditional, Container, and Hügelkultur Hills
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Children’s Gardening | Benefits and Ideas
There's no better way to get your kids involved in the garden than by giving them their own garden bed to plant in. Not only can it get them motivated to participate in gardening with you, but it can teach them productive garden skills in a real-life context and boost their health during full body … Continue reading Children’s Gardening | Benefits and Ideas
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Practical Sourdough Sandwich Bread Recipe
You can make just about any bread product with a sourdough starter and a soft sandwich bread is no exception. With just a few ingredients, an overnight soak, and a quick rising in the morning, this loaf of bread can be easily made in a timely manner. Here I go into tools you need, ingredients … Continue reading Practical Sourdough Sandwich Bread Recipe
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How to make Broth | Cottage Pantry Meals
Broth is the best place to start when wanting to cook food from scratch. It's an easy culinary skill that gives you a versatile ingredient for your kitchen that can reach several recipes. Here we discuss supplies you need, ingredients, and a step-by-step instruction to make your own broth at home. Lets dive in.. Homemade … Continue reading How to make Broth | Cottage Pantry Meals
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Seed Starting Basics for a Practical Garden
Starting seeds early can make sure some vegetables or flowers have enough time to grow and mature to produce valuable harvests. You also have a wider range of variety when choosing seeds for your gardens, rather than buying plant starts at the store. Here I go into seed starting basics so you can grow a … Continue reading Seed Starting Basics for a Practical Garden
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3 Tips to Save Space in a Garden
The best part about modern gardening is the trend of growing vertically. Using vertical growing techniques, many gardeners are able to grow an incredible number of vegetables in a very small piece of land. Growing vertically also helps with harvest, pruning, and maintaining which provides similar benefits to raised beds in terms of not having … Continue reading 3 Tips to Save Space in a Garden
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How to Prune Tomato Plants
By simply cutting off extra suckers and lower leaves you can give your tomatoes the best chance at fighting of disease, mildew, and pests. But not all tomatoes need pruning! Here I go into which tomato plants need pruning and how to make the cuts. So let's dive in... Pruning Tomato Plants | What Tomato … Continue reading How to Prune Tomato Plants
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Rustic Sourdough Loaf Recipe | Cottage Pantry Meals
Sourdough is an extremely nutritious way to eat bread, however, most of us don't have time to chase a bowl of dough around all day. Here is my recipe that allows you avoid repeated stretch and folds, skip long proofing times, while still getting a great looking loaf, all while utilizing your stand mixer. Here … Continue reading Rustic Sourdough Loaf Recipe | Cottage Pantry Meals
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