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Starting Your Own Homestead Apothecary

BySamantha

If you are like most homesteaders, you have an innate curiosity of learning new ways of being as self sufficient and homemade as possible. One way is in making herbal remedies at home. Then, you might be curious about how and where to store them. You have two main options: you can create an herbal…

The Best Summer Superfoods
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The Best Summer Superfoods

BySamantha

When you think of summer, you probably have visions of warm weather, cooling off in a lake or ocean, and enjoying time with friends and family. Another thought people often have with summertime is what your diet might look like. The foods you eat not only affect your waistline, but can also improve your health….

Caprese with a twist, strawberries instead of tomatoes!
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Strawberry Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze

BySamantha

This quick and easy appetizer is sure to be a hit at your next party. This fun variation of the traditional Caprese salad replaces the classic tomato with sweet strawberries, which pair beautifully with the rich balsamic glaze and fresh basil. Tip: The warm balsamic glaze will start to melt the cheese on contact. For…

Caprese skewers with balsamic glaze is so lovely and easy to make, perfect for the holidays!
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Classic Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze

BySamantha

I just love the mix of mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, and basil with the tang of balsamic which is the Caprese Salad, don’t you? This little twist of putting it all together on skewers makes it a perfect appetizer for a holiday party with all finger-foods. Tip: The warm balsamic glaze will start to melt the…

This recipe for zucchini noodles with a delicious spicy sauce is a fantastic way to utilize all that zucchini you are harvesting in your homestead garden!
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Zucchini Noodles with Arrabbiata Sauce Recipe

BySamantha

This recipe replaces traditional pasta with healthy and delicious zucchini noodles, so you can indulge in it often without any guilt. Zucchini noodles are also an excellent way to use up an abundance of zucchini from your garden or farmers market. I don’t know about you, but I always need new recipes and ways to…

Garden fresh Tomatoes and Basil make this amazing Caprese salad shine!
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Garden Fresh Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze

BySamantha

It’s hard to beat the classic Caprese salad flavor combination of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. However, this version adds another dimension by adding a rich and syrupy balsamic glaze instead of straight vinegar to top it off. This, combined with a really good quality extra virgin olive oil, is all you need to make…