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 Cherries, Easy Vegetable Soup... and more!
Canning Cherries for PieI love canning things to make my life easier in the future, and cherries are no exception! If you are growing them yourself, save this recipe for next year, or consider buying them in bulk from suppliers who offer them year-round. We like to pour these over a homemade cheesecake, use them for cherry pie, or just enjoy them from the jar! Easy Vegetable SoupIf you have canned vegetables on the shelf, this soup takes less than 5 minutes to pull together. But even if you are making this with fresh vegetables, it still only takes about 30 minutes! Perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying over several days. Serve with a side of homemade bread for the perfect dinner on a cold night! Homemade Sloppy JoesOk, this might date me a bit, but I remember my mom opening a can of sloppy joe sauce to pour over a pound of ground meat for dinner... and it was amazing! But now, instead of opening a can from the store, I just make the sauce myself (it's super easy)! Ready in just 30 minutes with all whole ingredients, you will love this homemade version! Cinnamon Roll CasseroleThis is one of my favorite recipes for a special occasion breakfast or brunch! It's easy to pull together with homemade cinnamon rolls or ones from the store. Plus, you can prep it the night before, and then it's ready to eat in less than 30 minutes the next morning! Classic Iced Oatmeal CookiesRemember that big bag of iced oatmeal cookies your mom or grandma used to buy? Well, these perfectly capture that memory with all the goodness of a homemade cookie! Soft in the middle and crispy on the edges, the warm spices and icing that hardens, it all comes together for the most wonderful fall cookie! Canning ChiliIf you're new to canning meat, it can seem a little odd - but the ability to just grab a jar off the shelf and have dinner on the table in 5 minutes is amazing! And, when you can it yourself, you know exactly what quality the ingredients are and can adjust the spices too! You should definitely try this easy recipe for pressure canning chili this fall! Orange Clove Beeswax CandlesIf you've been reducing artificial chemicals and fragrances in your home, these DIY candles are for you! No soy base, but instead pure beeswax and natural scents create the perfect fall scent without the headache! When I recently priced buying equivalent beeswax and natural-scented candles, they were over $30! So, make your own instead, know what is in them, and enjoy! 5 Healthy Halloween Snacks"Spooky season" is upon us, and these adorable Halloween snacks are not only fun, but healthy too! Made with just fruit, a mason jar, and a Sharpie, these are a no-brainer this season! And don't worry, I'll show you the easy way to get the Sharpie off the glass in less than 5 seconds! You can add these to a lunch box, or keep them in the fridge at home for some not-so-spooky fun any time! Sweet Einkorn CornbreadThere is a classic debate over adding sugar to cornbread. Around here, we like both, but for different pairings! This recipe for sweet cornbread can be made with einkorn flour or any modern wheat - and does include some sugar! We like to pair this recipe with a big pot of cowboy beans, but it's great on its own too! Harvest & Store Sweet PotatoesDid you plant sweet potatoes this year? If so, then it's likely just about time to check them! Depending on your zone, you will at least be getting close. This post includes all the information you need to successfully harvest, dry, and store your precious produce! 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: Easy Apple Galette (with Caramel Drizzle) Ready to eat in less than an hour, this homemade Apple Galette with optional caramel drizzle is a fall dessert that you will make over and over! There's no chill time required, so it's a great, quick, and rustic dessert to make today! Easy Caramel Apple Galette If you love apple pie but don't want the long wait time, this recipe is for you! Oven-ready in just about 5 minutes, and then ready to eat in another 45, it's a...
Homemade Sloppy Joes Ok, this might date me a bit, but I remember my mom opening a can of sloppy joe sauce to pour over a pound of ground meat for dinner... and it was amazing! But now, instead of opening a can from the store, I just make the sauce myself (it's super easy)! Ready in just 30 minutes with all whole ingredients, you will love this homemade version! Read More... Cinnamon Roll Casserole This is one of my favorite recipes for a special occasion breakfast or brunch! It's easy to...
Classic Iced Oatmeal Cookies Remember that big bag of iced oatmeal cookies your mom or grandma used to buy? Well, these perfectly capture that memory with all the goodness of a homemade cookie! Soft in the middle and crispy on the edges, the warm spices and icing that hardens, it all comes together for the most wonderful fall cookie! Read More... Canning Chili If you're new to canning meat, it can seem a little odd - but the ability to just grab a jar off the shelf and have dinner on the...