Hi, I'm Victoria and I love helping others lead a more self-sufficient life! Learn how to make delicious homemade food, grow your own garden, and preserve it all the way our grandparents did. Follow me and I'll help you on your journey with tried-and-true recipes, tips, and more!
🥕 Canning Carrots, Shortbread Lemon Bars... and more!
​Canning Carrots (Raw Pack!)​I like to grow carrots, but it's been hit or miss the last few years. So, I'm glad I have a bunch of canned carrots from past successes! You can also buy in bulk at the store or market and can them instead! This was one of the first things I did when I started homesteading in the city - canning carrots! ​Read More...​ ​ ​Easy Shortbread Lemon Bars​One of the most requested desserts I'm asked to bring when I volunteer to bring a dish! These lemon bars are perfectly set and just the right balance of sweet and tart. Plus, the shortbread crust is a delightful match for the custard filling! ​Read More...​ ​ ​Water Bath Canning for Beginners​If you've never done any type of canning before, it can be a little intimidating! But, it's actually quite simple. You don't even need any special equipment! Read this beginner's guide and learn how to can your own jams, jellies, pickles, and more! ​Read More...​ ​ ​Adding Chickens to Your Garden​Thinking of adding chickens to your garden to help with pests? Here are a few things we've learned about keeping chickens near your produce over the years! There are many pros and cons to consider before you act. ​Read More...​ ​ ​Troubleshooting Einkorn​If you are new to einkorn, or just having issues getting the texture and taste the way you want it to be? Then this post on working with einkorn is for you! Get the best tips for success using einkorn today! ​Read More...​ ​ ​Homemade Peach Jam​This peach jam (or peach butter) is so silky smooth and perfectly peachy! It's easy to make and even easier to eat. We love to have it over toasted bread, or homemade biscuits... though my son could eat it by the bowlful! Enjoy this fresh, freeze it, or can it for a shelf-stable treat! ​Read More...​ ​ ​Southern Fried Okra​We LOVE fried okra around here, and with the amount that the garden brings in daily, we have it often. We also bread and freeze it for frying later! Whether you are looking to make a single serving or process through a garden worth of okra, this recipe is a classic! ​Read More...​ ​ Thanks for Reading! Hopefully you enjoyed this edition of the A Modern Homestead newsletter and found something useful in your pursuit of living more traditionally! We will be back with another newsletter soon, so stay tuned! ~ Jason and Victoria |
A Modern Homestead | Einkorn, Gardening, Canning
Hi, I'm Victoria and I love helping others lead a more self-sufficient life! Learn how to make delicious homemade food, grow your own garden, and preserve it all the way our grandparents did. Follow me and I'll help you on your journey with tried-and-true recipes, tips, and more!
Hey Reader! New on the Site: Homemade French Baguettes Chewy, crispy crust, and a soft and fluffy middle! This is the perfect homemade baguette recipe! I've been making this for a few years now, and I'm finally ready to share it! Can be made with einkorn or any all-purpose wheat flour. Homemade French Baguettes A few things I love about this recipe: No Kneading - Made in just a regular mixing bowl, this recipe requires no kneading and can be made without an electric mixer! Dutch Oven Not...
DIY Crochet Dishcloth Pattern Making homemade dishcloths is SO simple! If you want to make your own (or give them away as gifts), this free pattern is exactly what you need! Each one takes about an hour (depending on your crochetting speed), and can be made in any color! Read More... Protect Your Garden from Animals! There is nothing more devastating than losing a large part (or all) of your garden to roaming pests. Whether it's a result of a loose chicken, a curious raccoon, or a few deer in...
Hey Reader! Today is the day I ship the rest of the pre-orders for my new book! I started signing and shipping books yesterday, and there were SO MANY that it spilled over to today! So if you haven't gotten your shipping confirmation yet, you should get it shortly! And if you haven't ordered your own copy of Creating a Modern Homestead - my new book that partners with you on your journey to bring traditional skills into your life, no matter where you live - there are still a few signed copies...