From Scratch Recipes
Looking for new recipes to try with all of your garden produce? Are you hesitant to sign up for a CSA because you don't know what to do with it all? Look no further.
My recipes are unlike traditional recipes. They are flexible and can adjust to whatever you have on hand! No more dependence on the grocery for missing ingredients. A true homesteading resource!
Grilled Garlic Scapes – EASY and Delicious!
Garlic scapes are only available for 1-2 weeks a year, so they are a precious treat that we look forward to each season! Since they are such a unique item, they can be a little intimidating to figure out how best to cook them if you’ve never had them before. It took us a few
How to Make and Preserve Pumpkin Puree
Once you see how EASY it is to make pumpkin puree at home, you’ll never go back to that bland, canned stuff at the store again! Trust me, you’ll totally get spoiled once you try homemade pumpkin puree, especially if it’s a pumpkin you grew yourself. There’s nothing more satisfying than turning your summer’s labor
Homemade Ground Venison Jerky Recipe
Ground venison jerky is delicious and an exciting change up from traditional jerky. It’s the perfect snack to have on hand and will save you hundreds of dollars if you’re regularly buying jerky at the store. Plus, it’s a great way to use up some of that grind when processing your own deer. The key
Homemade Fermented Hot Sauce – EASY and Delicious!
If you’re a hot sauce fanatic like me, then you HAVE to try making your own fermented hot sauce! It’s seriously super easy and downright delicious. You’ll never be able to go back to that boring store-bought stuff again! My fermented hot sauce recipe is versatile and easy to make. I provide the formula and
Rendering Fat: How to Make Tallow, Lard and Schmaltz
Rendering fat is a traditional skill that involves slowly cooking down animal fats and it’s making a comeback in homestead kitchens. It’s easy to do, affordable, and provides a versatile fat source for high-heat cooking and making things like candles, soap, and skin care products! Another thing that’s great about using animal fats is that
Garden Fresh Rhubarb Crumble (Gluten Free!)
I’ve been making this gluten free rhubarb crumble for YEARS and it’s a classic in our home. Not only is it gluten free, but it’s a reduced-sugar recipe that you can feel good about using over and over. Rhubarb is delightfully tangy and a classic addition in any garden, large or small. Rhubarb is one