Preserve Your Harvest
You've expanded your garden and have a surplus of produce... now what?
Food preservation is a critical skill for those looking to become more self-sufficient. Having a shelf full of food to carry you through the winter is such a blessing! There are many ways of preserving and I'll fill you in on each and every one, plus the nutritional aspects that come along with processing.
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
How to Freeze Fresh Broccoli (The Right Way!)
Freezing fresh broccoli is one of my favorite ways to preserve it, but there’s definitely a right way and a wrong way to go about it. You’ve likely heard of people blanching before freezing, but then others never blanch. So, which way is right? I actually do BOTH ways, depending on how I plan to
How to Make Dehydrated Carrots (EASY!)
Making dehydrated carrots is SO EASY and a great way to preserve your harvest to enjoy later on a cold winter day! Not only that, but they are super simple to add to your dishes (think soups and casseroles) and they last up to a year in the pantry. A win-win! In this article, I’m
Can You Reuse Canning Lids? Is It Safe?
So, you’re neck deep in a canning session, and gasp, you realize that you’re short on fresh canning lids. What do you do? Can you reuse canning lids? Is it safe? This is a common and controversial topic in the homesteading world, especially since we like to live by the “nothing goes to waste” principle.
How to Store Farm Fresh Eggs
Whether you’re a backyard homesteader or have access to a local farm, you may be wondering how to store farm fresh eggs the RIGHT way. Should they be washed or remain unwashed? In the fridge or on the counter? How long do they last? What is a bloom coating? If you’re wondering these questions, you’re
Pressure Canning: A Step-By-Step Guide
Pressure canning can feel really scary in the beginning. I get it! I was nervous when I started too, but with my step-by-step guide it’ll feel like a breeze and you’ll wish that you had tried it earlier! Pressure canning is a wonderful way to open up your options beyond just pickles and tomato sauce.