Whether you have been hearing the word “hygge” with no idea of what it means, or you simply want to learn how to live a more simple and positive life, starting to practice hygge in the fall season is perfect. Hygge is pronounced like hoo-gah. This is a practice that originated in Denmark, as Danish…
Oh my gosh, who doesn’t love peach cobbler in the summertime?? With a big scoop of vanilla ice-cream, you can’t go wrong. We love this simple easy cobbler but sometimes it is just too hot to have the oven on in the middle of summer so I freeze the peaches when they are ripe and…
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….
This spicy peach salsa is absolutely gorgeous! The combination of colors creates a beautiful presentation, while the delicious blend of sweet and spicy flavors makes it a wonderful addition to simply prepared fish, chicken or pork dishes. Especially good when accompanying meats grilled on the bbq and delicious to pack up for a picnic or…
I think most of us gardeners hope for more and more space to grow things right? But sometimes it’s not all about the space and area needed in planting more and more crops. Sometimes it is great to think about how to bump up the production of the garden by utilizing succession planting tactics. What…
Sometimes the smallest details make the biggest difference. Raw Romaine lettuce is a delicious, nutritious and crispy addition to any salad. However, when you cut a head of fresh Romaine in half and cook it on a grill for a few minutes… magic happens. The flavors intensify and lend an interesting dimension to an otherwise…
If you are wanting to get into homesteading and gardening but lack the space for a full-scale garden, you still can grow your own fresh fruits, vegetables and culinary herbs. The only requirement is that you have access to an outdoor space, such as around your home’s foundation, deck, patio, or on a balcony. Your…
One of the most important things you need in your backyard if you intend to grow your own food is good soil. Depending on where you live, you might have soil that is more sandy or more clay or you may be super lucky and have a great humous soil that can handle a lot of…
You recycle. You buy organic foods whenever possible and you try to combine your errands so you don’t use too much fuel. Maybe you carpool to work and occasionally buy and sell from consignment stores. Becoming more sustainable on your homestead is on your radar. You want to be a responsible citizen that takes care…
When it comes to keeping your family happy and healthy, cooking meals from scratch is a great way to accomplish that. But cooking from scratch doesn’t just include preparing meals at home. There are some safety rules that you need to be aware of as you cook, as well as when you store your foods….