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Stealthy Ways to Grow More Fruits and Vegetables Around Our Homesteads

BySamantha April 20, 2023

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…

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…

How To Grow Great Tomato Plants From Seeds

BySamantha January 10, 2023January 8, 2023

The decision to grow tomatoes from seed is kind of a personal one. Many home tomato gardeners prefer to simply purchase plants to transplant directly into their yard, garden or containers. Others are a bit more adventurous and prefer the more hands-on process of growing tomatoes from seed. Of course, this is a much more…

Health Benefits of Working in Your Homestead Garden

BySamantha January 7, 2023January 8, 2023

Spring is in the air. And when spring is on the horizon, many of us are aching to get out and plant a garden. In the interim, there are a lot of garden shows and seeds that we can buy to plan our ultimate garden outside. Spring is such a hopeful time of year. But…

How to Plant a Homestead Vegetable Garden in Four Easy Steps

BySamantha January 6, 2023January 6, 2023

If you love to cook and preserve your own garden harvested vegetables and fruit, then learning how to plant a homestead vegetable garden is one of the most rewarding things you can do. When you grow your own garden, you can harvest fresh seasonal fruits, veggies and herbs as you need them instead of having…

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…

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…