This seems to be the new buzzword going around lately, so you may be wondering, “What is homesteading?” Let’s talk about what modern homesteading is. The dictionary says the definition of homesteading is life as a settler on a homestead. Let’s do a quick history lesson. During the civil war, the U.S. government passed the…
Don’t waste that turkey carcass! Use it to make a turkey broth recipe that will improve soups, gravies, or anything else you use it for. Homemade turkey broth is made using the leftover turkey carcass, vegetable scraps, herbs, spices, and some water. Use the delicious turkey bone broth to make turkey noodle soup, freeze it…
How to knead dough so you can make perfect loaves of bread or rolls. Learn all the techniques you need right here for proper kneading to make your own bread. What exactly is the purpose of kneading dough? Kneading dough allows the proteins to develop the gluten in the dough. This allows it to bond…
If you are looking for the best rolls for Christmas dinner, then look no further! These fluffy dinner rolls will be the perfect addition to your holiday meals. This recipe makes a lot of rolls, so it is great for large gatherings. How to Make the Best Rolls for Christmas Dinner Don’t worry, the best…
Canning leftover soup is a great way to not only save from any waste, but also to have a quick meal for future use! Keep reading to learn how to pressure can leftover soup. Is canning leftover soup safe? Canning leftover soup, whether it is vegetable-based or meat-based, is safe to do as long as…
Christmas conversation starters for kids will quickly become a favorite family tradition. Use these 30 Christmas themed conversational starter prompts at dinner time to start family meals off with a bang! It comes as no surprise that I believe food is best thing to ever happen. Spending time with family members around a table is…
Here is the ultimate list of Christmas gift ideas for homesteaders to help you out this holiday season. Your favorite homesteader will be happy to receive any one of these homestead gifts. I am going to start off by saying, there is no better way to a homesteaders heart than by gifting handmade gifts. However,…
If you are looking at getting a pig or a half pig butchered, here is what to expect when buying a whole pig to fill your freezer. Not only is having a freezer full of meat food security, especially after 2020, but having the option of buying the cuts of meat that are typically spendy…
The time has come to make your home smell the holiday season! That means it is time to make stovetop potpourri. Here are some of the best simmer pot recipes to make your home smell phenomenal! WHAT IS A SIMMER POT? A simmer pot is a pot filled with water along with either fruit, spices,…
Once you learn how to render lard, it will become a staple in your pantry. Rendering lard is a wonderful homesteading skill that produces a natural fat that you can use for flaky biscuits, seasoning cast iron skillets, homemade pie crusts, or many other things. Long ago, this was common knowledge. However, this skill has…