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!
ππ Orange Clove Beeswax Candles, Healthy Halloween Snacks... and more!
βOrange Clove Beeswax CandlesβIf 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! βRead More...β β5 Healthy Halloween Snacksβ"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! βRead More...β βSweet Einkorn CornbreadβThere 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! βRead More...β βHarvest & Store Sweet PotatoesβDid 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! βRead More...β βClassic Oatmeal Raisin CookiesβI 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! βRead More...β βEasy No-Sew Fabric PumpkinsβIf 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! βRead More...β 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 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 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 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 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 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!
Sweet Einkorn Cornbread There 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! Read More... Harvest & Store Sweet Potatoes Did you plant sweet potatoes this year? If so, then it's likely just about time to check them! Depending on...
Canning Sweet Potatoes Between 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...
These homemade graham crackers are perfect for eating plain, making sβmores, and for graham cracker crust recipes! Make this recipe with einkorn flour or any wheat! While you can make these with just a pizza cutter or knife, for a consistent size and shape, you can also bookmark and grab a set of cracker cutters when they go on sale TOMORROW (10/15) and make these asap! π Homemade Graham Crackers Psst... These are already loaded into The Einkorn Kitchen App, so you can convert them to whole...