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!
π "Octobers" Printable, Easy Shepherd's Pie... and more!
β"Octobers" Anne of Green Gables QuoteβFor 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. βRead More...β β βEasy Homemade Shepherd's PieβThings 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! βRead More...β β βSafely Clean and Store Pecans!βWe 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. βRead More...β β βCanning ApplesauceβTake 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! βRead More...β β βHomemade Caramel SauceβI'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! βRead More...β β βCanning Sweet PotatoesβBetween 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! βRead More...β β βCranberry Pecan Chocolate Chip CookiesβFull 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! βRead More...β β βHomemade Graham CrackersβMaking 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! βRead More...β β βCozy Honeycomb Scarf PatternβFrom 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! βRead More...β β βHow to Make Bacon in the OvenβSince we make almost all of our meals from scratch, I love finding ways to make that process faster and cleaner! That's why for the last 15+ years, we've been cooking our bacon in the oven. Here is our full process for crispy or soft (but fully cooked) bacon! Perfect for feeding a crowd, or making in bulk for baking! βRead More...β β βHomemade Chicken Noodle SoupβWhether you are gluten-free, einkorn, or going low-carb, this recipe for chicken noodle soup can be adapted to whatever you need! And, I've included the directions for making this from a whole chicken (including making the broth), or making it with pre-made broth. And, you can even pressure can this for later! Be sure to make this power-house of a recipe soon! βRead More...β β 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!
In the midst of all the holiday planning, I want to remind you that November is an excellent time to bulk purchase many food items! If you're trying to save money on groceries, these November food discounts will help you keep your household pantry full of real food. Use these tips to buy real food for less money! Don't let November pass without stocking up on these 7 real food items! GET THE DETAILS: Foods to Buy in Bulk this November (Oh my goodness, flashback to little baby James!!) We do a...
Hey Reader! New on the Site: Easy Mini Pecan Pies A tender, flaky crust, with an ooey-gooey filling. These mini pecan pies are the perfect dessert for Thanksgiving - and they can be made in advance! Easy Mini Pecan Pies What I love about this recipe: Slice Size β Each finished mini pecan pie is still a slice worth! Each person can βdoctorβ their pie the way they want and eat it right from the mini tin! Make in Advance β You know I love making food in advance, especially during the holidays....
Hey Reader! New on the Site: Soft & Buttery Cloverleaf Rolls Soft and golden, cloverleaf rolls have been a holiday favorite in America for more than a century! Whether you are using einkorn flour or any other all-purpose wheat, this is a tried-and-true recipe youβll want to make every year. Soft & Buttery Cloverleaf Rolls Made with milk, butter, and eggs, these dinner rolls are rich and fluffy and perfect for loading up with all your favorite holiday dishes! This recipe makes 24 cloverleaf...