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A variety of medicinal herbs sit in containers on a table.

7 Medicinal Herbs for Your Garden

Written on March 30, 2023. Posted in Homesteading. No Comments on 7 Medicinal Herbs for Your Garden

Medicinal herbs are another tool homesteaders can add to their self-sufficiency toolbox. Homesteaders who garden may want to include some of these herbs in their plans for future growing seasons. Even if you’ve never gardened before, most of these...

A wire basket filled with farm fresh eggs sits on a counter top.

Farm Fresh Eggs 101: Everything to Know

Written on March 21, 2023. Posted in Homesteading. No Comments on Farm Fresh Eggs 101: Everything to Know

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...

A row of canning jars with tighly-sealed canning lids with various homegrown foods inside.

Canning Lids to Canning Jars: Canning 101

Written on March 17, 2023. Posted in Homesteading. No Comments on 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...

Three jars containing pickled eggs that can be used in recipes with pickled eggs.

Best Recipes with Pickled Eggs

Written on February 28, 2023. Posted in Homesteading. No Comments on 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

Written on February 24, 2023. Posted in A2 Milk, Raw Milk. No Comments on 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...

Ants crawling on a spoon with sugar. Using Borax to kill ants is a natural solution to the problem.

How to Use Borax to Kill Ants

Written on February 16, 2023. Posted in Homesteading. No Comments on 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...

How to Make Super Greens Powder

Written on February 2, 2023. Posted in Homesteading. 1 Comment on How to Make Super Greens Powder

Super greens powder has many health benefits. Make a homemade version using our easy recipe.

Cleaning a cast iron skillet after cooking sausages over an open fire .

Tips for Cleaning a Cast Iron Skillet

Written on January 26, 2023. Posted in Homesteading. No Comments on 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

Written on January 20, 2023. Posted in Homesteading. No Comments on 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...

A Homesteader’s Guide: Back to Eden Gardening

Written on January 13, 2023. Posted in Homesteading. No Comments on A Homesteader’s Guide: Back to Eden Gardening

Back to Eden gardening can work its magic on any homestead garden. Grow healthier vegetables and other crops when you incorporate this method into your homestead gardening tips and tricks. It doesn’t matter whether you’re new to gardening on your...