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 Pumpkin Hand Pies, FMF Cinnamon Rolls... and more!
Pumpkin Hand PiesThe perfect embodiment of autumn flavors, these hand pies are like pumpkin pie you can eat on the go! Filled with warm spices and creamy pumpkin, you can make these for a crowd, or freeze them for later! With just a dash of sweetener in the whole batch, these also make a delicious fall breakfast without any guilt! β FMF Cinnamon RollsSo tender and fluffy, you'll never believe these are made with fresh milled flour! We use einkorn berries, but you can use whatever you have already. Topped with a maple-sweetened cream cheese icing, these cinnamon rolls are the perfect treat for any special occasion! β Canning Cherries for PieI love canning things to make my life easier in the future, and cherries are no exception! If you are growing them yourself, save this recipe for next year, or consider buying them in bulk from suppliers who offer them year-round. We like to pour these over a homemade cheesecake, use them for cherry pie, or just enjoy them from the jar! β Easy Vegetable SoupIf you have canned vegetables on the shelf, this soup takes less than 5 minutes to pull together. But even if you are making this with fresh vegetables, it still only takes about 30 minutes! Perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying over several days. Serve with a side of homemade bread for the perfect dinner on a cold night! β Homemade Sloppy JoesOk, this might date me a bit, but I remember my mom opening a can of sloppy joe sauce to pour over a pound of ground meat for dinner... and it was amazing! But now, instead of opening a can from the store, I just make the sauce myself (it's super easy)! Ready in just 30 minutes with all whole ingredients, you will love this homemade version! β Cinnamon Roll CasseroleThis is one of my favorite recipes for a special occasion breakfast or brunch! It's easy to pull together with homemade cinnamon rolls or ones from the store. Plus, you can prep it the night before, and then it's ready to eat in less than 30 minutes the next morning! β Classic Iced Oatmeal CookiesRemember that big bag of iced oatmeal cookies your mom or grandma used to buy? Well, these perfectly capture that memory with all the goodness of a homemade cookie! Soft in the middle and crispy on the edges, the warm spices and icing that hardens, it all comes together for the most wonderful fall cookie! β Canning ChiliIf you're new to canning meat, it can seem a little odd - but the ability to just grab a jar off the shelf and have dinner on the table in 5 minutes is amazing! And, when you can it yourself, you know exactly what quality the ingredients are and can adjust the spices too! You should definitely try this easy recipe for pressure canning chili this fall! β Orange Clove Beeswax CandlesIf 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! β 5 Healthy Halloween Snacks"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! 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...