Thanksgiving or Christmas leftovers, 3 healthy ways to use them up
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3 Healthy Ways to Use Thanksgiving Leftovers

BySamantha

Now that you’ve visited with lots of the family and finished cleaning up that massive mess left bychildren and fun-loving pets, you peer into your refrigerator and what do you see? Tubs,and tubs of Thanksgiving leftovers. Every year, many people simply have no idea what to do with large amounts of food leftover from holiday…

Copper and glass and globes are all some of the thrift store finds I have come across for my home.
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Thrifty Thursday Nov 2021

BySamantha

It has been awhile since we’ve done a thrifty Thursday post! If you haven’t seen one here before, Thrifty Thursdays are where I shared my most recent scores from thrift stores, second-hand stores and antique shops. I have been really working on adding an “Old World” feel to our home with carefully curated home decor…

Apple Cider Scented Gift Ideas
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Apple Cider Scented Gift Ideas

BySamantha

If you are looking for more seasonal scents and blends for your homemade gift list, why not go with the smell of apple cider? You probably see a lot of blends with scents like Christmas trees and gingerbread cookies, but why not go with something a little more subtle and seasonal? The great thing about the apple cider…

Traditional Beef Stew ~ Recipe
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Traditional Beef Stew ~ Recipe

BySamantha

Who doesn’t love a gorgeous beef stew? So savoury and delicious and comforting on a cool fall or winters day. This hearty traditional beef stew features plenty of delicious, garden-fresh herbs and vegetables, so it’s a great way to enjoy those savoury treasures from your own garden or the local farmers’ market. This satisfy dish…

grab and go breakfast ideas
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5 Healthy Grab-and-Go Breakfast Ideas for Busy Mornings

BySamantha

When you have teenagers like I do, one meal that is often forgotten about is breakfast. You and your family should eat a nutritious breakfast, even on your busiest morning. Luckily, the following grab-and-go breakfast ideas are both easy to prepare and can be very healthy. Even as a busy homestead mom, you can prepare…

home food preservation mistakes to avoid when canning
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3 Common Food Canning Mistakes to Avoid

BySamantha

When you get into canning your own food, it can be a little overwhelming. You’ve made the decision to preserve your own food. You understand the benefits of using up your produce and having unprocessed foods at the ready, but there is a lot to think about and learn in the beginning. Before you get…

Creamy Chicken Quinoa with Peas
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One-Skillet Creamy Chicken Quinoa with Peas Recipe

BySamantha

I love a one-pot or one-skillet meal, don’t you? The least amount of dishes possible is such a great thing. And if that meal is also (mostly) healthy, easy, and fast, well then I’ve hit dinner gold! This deliciously creamy chicken quinoa with peas recipe is a great weeknight dinner when you need something fast…

How to Keep your Food Pantry Organized
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How to Keep your Food Pantry Organized

BySamantha

When you open the door of your food pantry and kitchen cabinets, what do you see? Can you locate what you need or do you have to lift and shift things first? Today we are going to share with you a few valuable tips when it comes to organizing your food pantry. “I have all…

Carrot Cake Smoothie with Coconut Whipped Cream
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Carrot Cake Smoothie with Coconut Whipped Cream

BySamantha

This healthy and delicious carrot cake smoothie tastes more like a decadent dessert than a nutritious way to start the day. The natural sweetness of the orange and carrots are balanced by a trio of complementary spices, while a spoonful of homemade coconut whipped cream serves as the perfect finishing touch. Tip: For best results,…

Nature-Inspired Spring Decorating Ideas for Your Homestead
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Nature-Inspired Spring Decorating Ideas for Your Homestead

BySamantha

Nature provides some amazing spring decorating options doesn’t it? And if you’re environmentally conscious or simply inspired by the outdoors (especially when it is supposed to be spring and there’s still a foot of snow on the ground! Anyone else feel my pain?!) there’s nothing better than bringing a bit of it indoors. I mean,…