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!
🎃 No-Sew Fabric Pumpkins, Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies... and more!
Classic Oatmeal Raisin CookiesI originally shared this recipe in 2019, but updated it recently with new photos and streamlined instructions. I won't lie, these cookies might be the most requested dessert around here! With just the right amount of chewiness and a soft center, they are the best oatmeal raisin cookies you'll ever have! Easy No-Sew Fabric PumpkinsIf you're looking for a fun and easy way to decorate your home (or office) for fall, without a lot of effort, these no-sew fabric pumpkins are just the thing! Use whatever extra fabric, socks, or sweaters that you have on hand, and you'll have a set of adorable pumpkins in no time! "Octobers" Anne of Green Gables QuoteFor more years than I can count, September has been a hard month for me and my family. So I'm always so grateful when October rolls around! I made this printable Anne of Green Gables quote to celebrate its arrival! It's free to download, if you want to celebrate too. Easy Homemade Shepherd's PieThings are finally starting to cool off here (it's only in the 80's now!), so we are enjoying these cozy meals more often. Packed with potatoes, seasoned beef, and sauteed vegetables, this shepherd's pie is one of our favorite fall meals. We like to top it with an einkorn crust, but you can omit the crust completely for a Whole-30 variation! Safely Clean and Store Pecans!We are growing our own pecans now (we got 2 last year, ha!), but I grew up with large pecan trees all around us. I have fond memories of picking them up from the yard and snacking on them during the fall. If you're lucky enough to be surrounded by a pecan tree or two, here's what you need to know to safely harvest and store your pecans for eating. Canning ApplesauceTake advantage of all the fall apple sales, and start canning your own applesauce! It's way easier than you think, comes together quickly, and has a depth of flavor that commercial applesauce just doesn't have! Homemade Caramel SauceI'll admit, I love enjoying caramel in the fall, and this recipe makes that easier than ever! With only 4 simple ingredients, you can have fresh, thick, and smooth caramel sauce in just 10 minutes... dangerous, I know! Canning Sweet PotatoesBetween now and the Thanksgiving holiday (at least in the USA), you should be able to snag sweet potatoes at a great discount! Grab them in bulk and can them for later. Or, if you're like us, and you grow your own sweet potatoes, but don't have a root cellar, then canning is a great alternative! This recipe is canned in a very light syrup, though you can also process sweet potatoes in water. Just note that they will lose a lot of flavor if a bit of sweetness isn't added to the water! Cranberry Pecan Chocolate Chip CookiesFull Disclosure: Be careful about making this recipe, because your husband might decide it's the only way he is willing to eat chocolate chip cookies in the fall! In all seriousness, though, these cookies are a wonderful combination of fall flavors that everyone can enjoy! Homemade Graham CrackersMaking your own graham crackers is such a fun project for the fall! We use these for fireside s'mores, as the base for cheesecakes, or just to munch on with some apples and cream cheese! No matter how you like to eat them, having a big batch on hand is a great idea! These can be made with all-purpose einkorn flour or modern wheat. NOTE: These cracker cutters will be back in stock for the Holidays! Cozy Honeycomb Scarf PatternFrom baby gifts, to Christmas presents, or just a new sweater for my son... There are always at least 3 fiber arts projects in the works here! And this honeycomb scarf pattern is one of my favorites! It's super cozy and doesn't take too long to whip up! Get the free pattern today! 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!
I'm so excited to share this food preservation post with you today! It's my favorite way to freeze corn when I don't have enough to can a whole batch! Whether you are growing your own corn or grabbing it from the store, this is the BEST way to freeze corn! How to Freeze Corn (Cobs or Kernels) A few things about this process: Can be done with as little as ONE ear at a time! Perfect for homegrown corn or store-bought! No canning required if you're not ready to pressure can! A great way to store...
This easy homemade ricotta cheese recipe is ready in just 20 minutes with only 3 simple ingredients! Perfect for lasagna, lemon ricotta pancakes, and so much more. So much better than store-bought! We like to use our raw A2/A2 milk, but you can use any animal milk you'd like, as long as it's not ultra-pasteurized! Then you can make a big homemade lasagna or anything else you like to use ricotta cheese for! Homemade Ricotta Cheese Even More Homemade Dairy Products Keep your fridge stocked with...
Hey Reader! Since the back-to-school season is upon us, I wanted to share this simple one-bowl breakfast casserole that you can make this week! This easy breakfast casserole recipe is stuffed with eggs, cheese, bacon, potatoes, and a little spinach. It's perfect for a simple breakfast for the family and fancy enough to serve at brunch! No matter when you serve it, this dish will be on heavy rotation for your family! I like to make a double batch and reheat individual servings for a week of...