Thinking about getting a freeze dryer for your kitchen? We get it. It seems like a big step, and you want to make sure you’re using it for the right things. We’ve been experimenting a lot, and we’ve found that some veggies just work better than others. If you’re wondering about the best vegetables to…
We’ve all been there, staring at a fridge full of produce that’s about to go bad. Instead of letting it all end up in the trash, we decided to explore how to dehydrate food right at home. It turns out, preserving fruits and vegetables this way is simpler than we thought and a great way…
We’ve been getting into canning lately, and it’s really changed how we think about food preservation. It feels good to have jars lined up on the shelves, knowing we’ve captured the best of the season. If you’re looking to do the same, we’ve put together a list of 15 canning recipes that we think every…
We’ve all been there, staring at a fridge full of homemade bone broth and wondering how to keep it from going bad. Making your own bone broth is incredibly rewarding, both for your wallet and your health. But once you’ve got that golden liquid, you need a plan for storing it. We’re going to walk…
We all love a garden that gives us more than we can eat right away, don’t we? When that happens, we want to make sure we don’t let any of that good food go to waste. That’s where canning comes in. We’ve put together some fantastic high yield canning recipes that will help you fill…
We all end up with more fresh food than we can fit in the fridge sometimes, right? Maybe you’ve got a bounty from the garden or just stocked up during a sale. The good news is, a lot of produce actually does better *outside* the refrigerator. Learning how to store produce without a fridge can…
We’ve all seen those huge canning recipes that call for bushels of tomatoes or pounds of peaches. It can feel a bit overwhelming, especially if we’re just starting out or if we live alone or with just one other person. But what if we told you that you don’t need to commit to massive batches?…
We all know that getting a good meal on the table every day can feel like a challenge, especially when life gets busy. We’ve found that dedicating just one day a week to cooking can make a huge difference. This approach to homestead meal prep means we spend less time stressing about dinner and more…
We all love a cozy home during the holidays, and our kitchens are no exception! This year, we’re focusing on creating that perfect farmhouse Christmas kitchen feel. It’s all about blending rustic charm with festive touches, making our kitchens warm, inviting, and ready for all the holiday happenings. From decorating the counters to setting up…
The holiday season is almost here, and we’re getting our kitchen ready. We want to fill our cupboards with tasty things for Christmas. This means we need to think about what we can make now that will be ready to go when the holidays arrive. It’s all about planning ahead for our Christmas pantry prep,…
