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±π¦ Protect Your Garden, DIY Dishcloths... and more!
βDIY Crochet Dishcloth PatternβMaking homemade dishcloths is SO simple! If you want to make your own (or give them away as gifts), this free pattern is exactly what you need! Each one takes about an hour (depending on your crochetting speed), and can be made in any color! βRead More...β βProtect Your Garden from Animals!βThere is nothing more devastating than losing a large part (or all) of your garden to roaming pests. Whether it's a result of a loose chicken, a curious raccoon, or a few deer in the middle of the night... so here are a few ways to make sure that your garden is safe from animals! βRead More...β βCanning Carrots (Raw Pack!)βI like to grow carrots, but it's been hit or miss the last few years. So, I'm glad I have a bunch of canned carrots from past successes! You can also buy in bulk at the store or market and can them instead! This was one of the first things I did when I started homesteading in the city - canning carrots! βRead More...β βEasy Shortbread Lemon BarsβOne of the most requested desserts I'm asked to bring when I volunteer to bring a dish! These lemon bars are perfectly set and just the right balance of sweet and tart. Plus, the shortbread crust is a delightful match for the custard filling! βRead More...β βWater Bath Canning for BeginnersβIf you've never done any type of canning before, it can be a little intimidating! But, it's actually quite simple. You don't even need any special equipment! Read this beginner's guide and learn how to can your own jams, jellies, pickles, and more! βRead More...β βAdding Chickens to Your GardenβThinking of adding chickens to your garden to help with pests? Here are a few things we've learned about keeping chickens near your produce over the years! There are many pros and cons to consider before you act. βRead More...β βTroubleshooting EinkornβIf you are new to einkorn, or just having issues getting the texture and taste the way you want it to be? Then this post on working with einkorn is for you! Get the best tips for success using einkorn today! βRead More...β βHomemade Peach JamβThis peach jam (or peach butter) is so silky smooth and perfectly peachy! It's easy to make and even easier to eat. We love to have it over toasted bread, or homemade biscuits... though my son could eat it by the bowlful! Enjoy this fresh, freeze it, or can it for a shelf-stable treat! βRead More...β βSouthern Fried OkraβWe LOVE fried okra around here, and with the amount that the garden brings in daily, we have it often. We also bread and freeze it for frying later! Whether you are looking to make a single serving or process through a garden worth of okra, this recipe is a classic! 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!
My mom makes the best chicken salad - she always has. When we were growing up, she used canned chicken, and her chicken salad was STILL the best. Then, when we were teenagers, she upgraded to using grilled chicken breasts, and our lives changed completely! I'm not lying when I say I would choose one of my mom's chicken salad sandwiches over chocolate cake any day... it's THAT good. When we had our einkorn bakery, this chicken salad was on the menu, and we couldn't keep it in stock! People...
Green beans are the vegetables that keep on giving! Even in a small space, you can grow many pounds of beans with very little effort! I love growing the pole variety of green beans because they are easy, plentiful, and everyone in my family likes to eat them. To me, this vegetable is a must-have in the garden plot! Although growing green beans is pretty straightforward, there are a few things to consider before planting. GET THE DETAILS: Growing Green Beans Need More Gardening Ideas?...
English muffins are a delightful breakfast option, and homemade English muffins are even better! Made with fresh milled flour, this breakfast bread is fluffy and perfect for spreading with jam and butter! We use fresh-milled einkorn flour, but you can use fresh-milled modern wheat if desired! My mom loved the classic Thomasβ English muffins when I was growing up. We always had a package of them in the house, it seemed. She would slice and toast one, then cover it with homemade lemon curd to...