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€ The Truth About Owning A Freeze Dryer (Is it right for you?)
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So what's the deal with freeze drying at home? Is it worth it? For 5 years, I wondered the same thing, but the cost of the Harvest Right freeze dryers stopped me from making a purchase. I knew that I wanted one, but I couldn't seem to justify the price tag.β So I wanted to take a few minutes and share with you my personal experience after owning one for 7 years! This will hopefully help you make a real decision on whether a freeze dryer will be a benefit to your family.
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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!
Green grape pie is a vintage dessert recipe with a similar flavor profile to apple pie, with a crisp texture that remains even after baking! Made with einkorn flour and maple syrup, this grape pie recipe is a classic! When my son was about 5 years old, he asked for a green grape pie. I had never heard of such a thing, but I decided on a simple recipe and got to work. I told my dad about the strange request as the pie was baking, and he started laughing. Apparently, it had been his...
Better than restaurant quality at home! These homemade refried beans are simple and delicious, and made with just 5 ingredients! For the first 30 years of my life, our favorite Tex-Mex was my happy place. My favorite local dive was where I would go on special occasions, when I was sad, and when I was celebrating. But when we made the commitment to make food from scratch, I had to learn how to make my favorite recipes at home! Whether itβs a plate of cheese enchiladas, guacamole and corn...
These chocolate chip cookies are an instant classic, with a thick, gooey center and just the right amount of crispness on the edges! Perfect every time, and guaranteed to please anyone you choose to share them with! Over the last 20 years, I have made this recipe hundreds of times (by request), for every imaginable reason! And I have made many substitutions for dairy-free, egg-free, or natural sugar only dieters as well. All of my substitutions are included! Make them this weekend! π The BEST...