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!
Double Crust Peach Cobbler Is there anything better in the summer than a warm peach cobbler with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream on top? This recipe is a family favorite and my mother-in-law's birthday request every spring! It comes together quickly and is a classic Southern dessert! Read More... Canning Peaches in Light Syrup It's peach season here! And while we make all the cobblers, crumbles, and jams that we can, we often can peach halves in light syrup to enjoy later. This recipe can be...
NEW: Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins I was asked to bring muffins to a function at the last-minute recently, and I knew these Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins would hit the spot! They are so light and fluffy with just the right amount of sweetness! Perfect for any season and easy to make, they are a must try! Read More... Growing Pumpkins for Fall Having homegrown pumpkins in the fall is the BEST feeling! For decorating and baking, homegrown pumpkins are just superior! But, you have to plant them well...
Mom's Homemade Sweet Pickles My mom has the BEST sweet pickle recipe I have ever had... and I'm picky about my sweet pickles! They are flavorful and crisp, and perfect for our homemade chicken salad recipe (or just to snack on!). This recipe also includes a full video walkthrough! Read More... 5-Minute Peach Crumble This is my favorite summer recipe for using peaches when I'm in a hurry! I don't always have time to pull off a classic peach cobbler, so on those days, this easy-to-whip-up peach...