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!
πStrawberry Zucchini Fruit Leather, Canning Figs... and more
βStrawberry Zucchini Fruit LeatherβHomemade fruit leather is not only a delicious snack, but also a great way to sneak in some vegetables for otherwise picky eaters! This recipe is almost 100% zucchini, but you would never know it because it tastes JUST like strawberries! Get the easy recipe today! βRead More...β β βCanning Whole Figsβ'Tis the season for figs! We love figs around here and we eat as many as we can fresh... then we can the rest! This recipe for canning whole figs is easy and delicious. Plus, I'm including several recipes for how to use them after they are canned! βRead More...β β βHomemade Hot Dog BunsβJust in time for summer... This recipe will help you learn exactly how to make your own hot dog buns! They are soft and fluffy, and easier than you think! I've included directions for einkorn flour and modern wheat, so this is a hot dog bun recipe for everyone! βRead More...β β βHomemade Snow Cone SyrupβMade with real fruit, these snow cone syrups are bright and delicious, without any artificial dyes! I'm including 21 different recipes for you to try, broken down by color. And there is also a video showing exactly how to make this recipe! βRead more...β β βCanning Strawberry JamβThis recipe is my FAVORITE one to share with new canners! It's super simple and unbelievably delicious. Whether you are just starting or have been canning for years... this tried-and-true recipe for strawberry jam is the perfect addition to any pantry! βRead more...β β βCrochet Spiderweb Baby BlanketβI love keeping a few of these blankets on hand to give to new mothers! This crochet baby blanket is a classic pattern that is gender neutral. You can make it in any color, and it comes together in just a few days! Get the full pattern for FREE in this post! 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!
Hey Reader! Fresh herbs can make all the difference when cooking! Plus, they are just amazing to have in your home. However, if you live in an area that doesnβt allow for planting year-round, fresh herbs are only readily available during the summer and fall months. In such cases, your only option may be growing your own indoor herb garden. Successful indoor herb gardening doesnβt work with all herb types though, so check out this list for all the herbs that thrive in low-light and indoor...
Now is the perfect time to plan your garden... no matter where you live! We've all seen the cost of food these days... It's going up nearly every day! So, maybe you're thinking that having a little garden in the back would be a good idea? And while you could learn to stretch your food budget and save money on food at the grocery store, having homegrown food is going to give you a higher quality product, more nutrient-dense foods, and the satisfaction of having grown it yourself! Get my...
With so many people saving money in January after the holidays, it's also a great time to save money by spending a bit on these food sales. January has a lot of really great sales on non-perishable food items. If youβre paying attention, you can fill up your pantry for a fraction of the cost! Letβs take a look at some of the best things to stock up on during January food sales. GET THE DETAILS: Foods to Buy in Bulk this January We do a lot of bulk food buying throughout the year. If it's a...