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!
🍕 Classic Homemade Pizza Crust, Apricot Jam... and more
Classic Homemade Pizza CrustUnlike my quick pizza crust that doesn't require yeast, this recipe is a delicious classic pizza crust with a double rise. It yields 2 finished crusts, but I like to double or triple it and make them in bulk for the freezer! Instructions for freezing are included in the post! Easy Apricot Jam (Preserves)One of my favorite things is harvesting peaches and apricots in the summer! This apricot jam is so easy to make and versatile! We use it on toast, add it to glaze for pork chops, and more! Get the recipe and make your own with fresh or frozen apricots! Strawberry Zucchini Fruit LeatherHomemade fruit leather is not only a delicious snack, but also a great way to sneak in some vegetables for otherwise picky eaters! This recipe is almost 100% zucchini, but you would never know it because it tastes JUST like strawberries! Get the easy recipe today! Canning Whole Figs'Tis the season for figs! We love figs around here and we eat as many as we can fresh... then we can the rest! This recipe for canning whole figs is easy and delicious. Plus, I'm including several recipes for how to use them after they are canned! Homemade Hot Dog BunsJust in time for summer... This recipe will help you learn exactly how to make your own hot dog buns! They are soft and fluffy, and easier than you think! I've included directions for einkorn flour and modern wheat, so this is a hot dog bun recipe for everyone! 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!
Mom's Chicken Salad This is the recipe I ask for on my birthday, when I'm sick or sad, or when we are celebrating something big. It's one of my all-time favorite meals, and it's sure to be a favorite in your family too! Packed with sweet pickles, apples, and green onions, this recipe is a classic summer staple! Read More... Turn Squash into Flour! Stop giving away your extra squash and zucchini! Turn it into flour instead! You can then use this flour to make bread, brownies, cookies, and...
Canning Green Beans This recipe gets hundreds of thousands of visits each season, and it's easy to understand why! It's a tried-and-true method for canning green beans that doesn't require blanching and yields delicious, firm results! If you are growing green beans or buying them in bulk, this canning recipe is a must-have! Read More... Growing Cucumbers We love growing cucumbers around here! They are so easy to care for and are perfect for snacking, feeding to the chickens, and turning into...
NEW: Easy Egg Bites Master Recipe With all the homestead work to do during the summer, I like to make sure we have an easy and filling breakfast on hand. These egg-bites are also the perfect, make-ahead recipe to use our extra eggs! You can customize them to your family's favorite mix-ins, and then freeze them for later! Read More... Christmas Gifts to Start NOW! I know, I know! It's still way too early to think about Christmas, right? Well, not if you want to give some handmade gifts this...