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8 Ideas to Make Your Homestead More Sustainable

BySamantha March 22, 2023February 11, 2024

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…

Food Storage and Safety at Home

BySamantha March 20, 2023March 19, 2023

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….

Thai Coconut Shrimp Soup Recipe

BySamantha March 10, 2023March 10, 2023

What’s not to love about the delicious flavours of Thai food and this yummy Thai coconut shrimp soup is flavourful and yet light tasting. Warm soup is perfect for winter and these early cool spring days. But the combo of coconut milk and lime juice and all the delicious flavours of red curry paste give…

Why Should You Grow Your Own Food?

BySamantha February 20, 2023February 19, 2023

You may have been wondering if growing your own food is worth the effort. The short answer is yes. In fact, growing your own food can provide a fairly simple solution to many of the health and economic problems you may face. Whether you are imagining a small balcony garden with lots of pots to…

Tuscan Sausage, Potato and White Bean Soup ~ Recipe

BySamantha January 6, 2023

This rustic and hearty soup is substantial enough to serve as a main course. The sausage and seasonings add a lot of flavor, while big chunks of potato make for a satisfying meal. Pair with a crisp, green side salad and dinner is served! My absolute favourite comfort food in the winter time when the…

Mulled Apple Cider with a Spicy Twist

BySamantha December 22, 2022

The “twist” with this mulled apple cider recipe is the addition of five-spice powder, rather than classic pumpkin pie spices. It adds a little something special to an already great tasting combination. One of the best things about this delicious recipe is the warm and wonderful aroma that fills your home every time you make…

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No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Delight Cookies ~ Recipe

BySamantha December 7, 2022December 7, 2022

If you are looking for a simple, quick chocolate oatmeal cookie recipe that doesn’t even need to bake in the oven, then you have come to the right place! These cookies are a classic in our household, I got the recipe from my mom and she used to make them when I was a kid!…

Delicious Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Oats

BySamantha December 6, 2022

If you are a busy mom like me, mornings can be super hectic, so this make-ahead slow cooker oats recipe means one less thing you need to do before you start your day. Set it all up in your slow cooker the night before and as an added bonus, this healthy and delicious overnight breakfast…

Harvest Recipes ~ Spiced Plum Sauce

BySamantha November 3, 2022November 2, 2022

In the fall, when fruit trees like plums and apples are plentiful, I am always looking for really good recipes to preserve the abundance of the harvest. If you have a dark plum or I’ve heard them being called an Italian plum tree know someone who does, this is a really fantastic sauce to make…

10 Myths and Misconceptions about Homesteading

BySamantha October 21, 2022October 21, 2022

So, you are thinking about homesteading, but haven’t quite taken the plunge yet. You might be stuck worrying about some very common myths and misconceptions that float around. Well, I am here today to debunk them for you and I hope to make you even more inspired to homestead. Here are the 10 Most Common…