Author: Kelsey
Hi there! I'm Kelsey! I am a wife, a mother and homesteader. I'm also a Certified Natural Health Practitioner so health is very important to me. I love to help people with their health journey. A HUGE part of that process is through high quality milk. I am a massive proponent of rich, high quality milk from Jersey Cows.
Farm-fresh eggs are delicious and nutritious. Most homesteaders consider them a healthier option than store-bought eggs because of how they are raised and processed.
With the rising price of everything these days, having access to your own eggs...
Canning Lids to Canning Jars: Canning 101
Canning lids are just one important component of preserving the food you grow on your homestead. The age-old method of canning continues to gain in popularity as more homesteaders work to become self-sufficient.
Whether you’re an experienced canner...
Best Recipes with Pickled Eggs
Recipes with pickled eggs make a great addition to any homestead cookbook. You can easily substitute pickled eggs for hard-boiled eggs in any meal plan. People who crave the tart flavor of pickled foods look for as many ways as possible to fit pickled...
How to Freeze Raw Jersey Cow Milk
Raw Jersey cow milk is a treat any time. You can drink a big glass of it to wash down a meal, or turn it into butter, ice cream, or yogurt.
If you’re lucky enough to have Jersey milk cows on your homestead like we do, gaining access to raw milk...
How to Use Borax to Kill Ants
Using borax to kill ants is probably not topping your to-do list right now. During the colder winter months in most of the country, ants aren’t marching across your kitchen counters like an army on its way to the mess hall. It’s easy to forget about...
Butter Churning with A2 Jersey Cow Milk
Butter churning is a rewarding—and tasty—experience that can bring homesteaders back to the simplicity of traditional food preparation. When you own Jersey cattle, you can take your butter to the next level by using raw A2 Jersey cow milk for butter...
How to Make Super Greens Powder
Super greens powder has many health benefits. Make a homemade version using our easy recipe.
Tips for Cleaning a Cast Iron Skillet
Cleaning a cast iron skillet properly is an absolute must if you want it to last for many years. Homesteaders love their cast iron skillets because they’re durable and versatile. You can cook just about anything in one—including over an open fire.
Whether...
Chicken Bone Broth: Why You Need It
Chicken bone broth gets a lot of attention in homesteading circles for good reason. It’s a traditional food that’s been used for centuries to support overall health and well-being.
Drinking it regularly can boost your immune system and improve...
Start Planning the Garden for Your Homestead
Planning the garden for your homestead can feel odd when it’s only January. Depending on where you live, it could be cold and snowy (and not at all ideal for gardening).
Don’t let the winter blahs prevent you from envisioning your dream garden....