My family enjoys natural drinks on a regular basis. What makes them natural? We use honey, sugar, or stevia, to sweeten them, not something created in a laboratory. We also don’t worry about the color of our drinks, so artificial coloring isn’t even on our radar. However, the brilliant shade of ruby red of my […]
Stay Hydrated Naturally in the Summer Heat
In their an effort to stay hydrated in the summer, Americans buy more carbonated beverages than water. I know that’s sad, but it’s true. We have been conditioned in our sugar-addicted state to dislike plain water. If this describes you, read on for delicious, all-natural thirst quenchers that your whole family will love.
How to Can Peaches
I love canning peaches. Some years, like when we have a frost that kills all the blossoms, the cost of peaches is prohibitive. But when they are affordable, I like to buy several bushels and put them up. They taste so much better than the store bought variety.
How to Make Butter
Making your own butter is easier than you think. Use your mixer, and it is done before you can say Jack Robinson. In this post I will show you how, with detailed instructions and plenty of photos to help along the way.
Create Meals in Jars
On our homestead, I need everything to be as simple as possible, especially meal prep. That is why I like to can most of our food. I mean, what can be easier than opening a jar, heating, and serving? But if that jar contains an entire meal, or most of the ingredients, all the better. […]
How to Process Deer Meat
Ever taste venison? I mean really taste it–and hate it? Well, that should not be the case. Properly processed deer meat should not have a gamey taste. In this post, I will tell you how to not only get the gamey taste out of your deer meat, but to enjoy eating it, too.
