When I first started gardening, as a total greenhorn, I thought that there was only one harvest opportunity a year. The pre-determined vegetable calendar, to…
Those of us who live in areas of early frost, dread to see our gardens destroyed by it. Often, tomatoes are at the peak of…
This week, I’ve decided, out of the kindness of my little heart, to share with you one of my most treasured recipes. It’s one I’ve…
This week’s recipe is a bit controversial. Apparently, the name “goulash” means different things to different people of different nationalities. I’m told (vehemently, at times)…
If you’re a human being in America (and many other parts of the world) over the age of about 5, I’m willing to bet you’ve…
I love fall and all of the cozy things that come with it. One of my very favorite of those cozy fall-type things is making…
The rest of the country is catching on to what homesteaders have known for generations. Knowing where your food comes from is not just trendy,…
A garden is both a thing of beauty and a labor of love. There is something almost reverent about planting and working the land. Being…
Cooking and baking from scratch are hallmarks of the homesteading movement. In fact, a majority of people who opt to homestead got started on their…
I don’t know how anyone can not like lasagna. I mean, what’s not to like? Zesty, meaty tomato sauce with creamy ricotta, mild mozzarella, and…
So, how tasty does that bad boy look? Well, I assure you, my friend, it’s just as delicious as it looks. Stuffed bell peppers are…
Well, folks, I did it… sort of. I made yeast bread! Those of you who have been with me for a while know my trepidation…