Have you ever heard of fire cider? It is a concoction that is all natural and organic, and is often used during allergy season and flu and cold season. Why is it called fire cider you may ask? It is called fire cider, both for the spicy taste and the bright orange hue. What exactly…
Pumpkin is one of the top ingredients to have in the fall and especially for Halloween treats and of course the ever-loved Pumpkin Spiced Latte. But did you know, not only is it delicious and seasonal, but it is also low-fat and provides many great health benefits? When I found out that pumpkin can help…
This versatile and forgiving soup is a great way to use up the abundant summer and fall produce on hand this time of year. You can add whatever herbs and vegetables you have available to create your own unique combinations – just be sure to allow enough time for whatever you add to fully cook…
There is nothing quite like homemade peach ice cream or peach cobbler. Am I right? However, did you know there’s more to peaches than meets the eye? Not only do peaches make wonderful desserts, you can also use them for savory dishes as well. While it is best to get them when they are in…
What a perfect way to use up fresh broccoli from your garden this summer! This broccoli pasta salad is a perfect companion to some grilled chicken or beef on the BBQ. Make a big bowl and share it with friends as it is perfect for potlucks etc. The addition of salt-cured lemons (recipe to come)…
Grow Food For Free As emerging factors cause people to feel more and more uncertain about the future, the one thing that many people do know, is that the continuous, unbroken reliance on modern conveniences, systems, governments and commerce to provide sustenance might one day be a thing of the past. Author Huw Richards challenged himself…
These delicious and easy Banana Chocolate chunk muffins will fulfill any chocolate or muffin cravings while still staying gluten-free! Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 20 minutesServes: 4 (makes 8 muffins) Ingredients: 2 large ripe bananas, mashed¾ c. natural almond butter¼ c. real maple syrup1 large egg1 t. vanilla extract1 T. coconut flour¼ t. baking soda¼…
These are my top 10 favorite resources from the bundle but there are so many amazing products it was really hard to narrow it down to just the 10 best. Quick Start Guide to Water Bath Canning (ebook) Learn to water bath can jam, jelly, pie filling, salsa, pickles, and more! Garden Harvest Recipes: A…
Another year of gardening has begun! Well, I guess it has been going for a while, this is just the first chance I’ve had to write about it and share a garden photo tour. What a crazy year this has been so far! Let me start by first saying that I feel so very lucky…
Everyone wants to have a clean home, but if you are looking to live a more natural and holistic life on your homestead, it might be time to switch to natural cleaners. Commercial cleaning products are often filled with chemicals and additives that don’t help clean your home any better and contain unnecessary ingredients. Here…