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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!

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🌭 Homemade Hot Dog Buns (Better Than Store-Bought!)

Just in time for summer... This recipe will help you learn exactly how to make your own hot dog buns! Store-bought hot dog buns are full of preservatives, and they fall apart the moment you load them up. These homemade hot dog buns are soft, fluffy, and sturdy enough to hold everything you pile on... and they are easier to make than you think! I've included directions for einkorn flour and modern wheat, so this is a hot dog bun recipe for everyone! 👇 Soft and Fluffy Hot Dog Buns NOTE: This...

If you haven't tried making homemade yeast donuts yet, this is your sign! These are ready to fry in just 30 minutes, and the results are light, fluffy, and absolutely worth it! I've made these more times than I can count, and they are always a hit. Works with einkorn flour OR any all-purpose flour, so there are no excuses not to try them! My son asks for these for every birthday, and I happily oblige! This year I made them in the shape of Mickey Mouse, and they were as delicious as ever! You...

If you grow corn, this recipe needs to go on your canning list right now! This small-batch sweet corn relish is sweet, tangy, and packed with flavor, and you only need a large pot to make it. No special canning equipment required! We love it piled high on hot dogs, mixed with black beans for a chip dip, and spooned over pulled pork sandwiches. Once you have a few jars in the pantry, you will find yourself reaching for it constantly! Works with fresh or frozen corn, and the whole thing comes...

Store-bought beef is expensive... and it's only getting worse. This simple method lets you turn 1 pound of ground beef into 2 pounds using healthy, wholesome fillers. Your family won't notice the difference, but your grocery bill will! Gluten-free options included, plus guidelines for creating your own favorite flavor and texture combinations! How to Stretch Ground Beef Even More Money-Saving Recipes You'll Love! The Best Homemade Yogurt Recipe How to Make Panko Breadcrumbs Mini Muffins...

Store-bought lemon bars are loaded with artificial flavors and ingredients you can't pronounce. These homemade lemon bars have a tangy, fresh lemon filling and a buttery shortbread crust... and you can make them with einkorn flour or any all-purpose flour you have on hand! Lemon dessert recipes have a special place in my heart! Whether it’s a batch of honey-sweetened lemon curd, or a tray of lemon poppy seed muffins – if it’s tart and a bit sweet, it has my vote! These lemon bars have the...

Trying to avoid processed sugar? No problem! These dessert recipes without refined sugar will allow you to still enjoy rich chocolate treats, fruity favorites, and creamy classics using natural sweeteners! Quite a lot of my recipes use maple syrup or honey as the sweetener, but I know not all of them do. So this list of recipes is filled with examples of indulgent desserts that only use unrefined sweeteners! 15 Refined Sugar Free Desserts Even More Naturally Sweetened Recipes Fresh Milled...

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 Thomas’ 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...

Love ranch seasoning but hate all the unnecessary ingredients in the store-bought version? I'm going to show you how to make your own organic ranch seasoning for HALF the price of Hidden Valley. This recipe makes 5 packets worth, and tastes AMAZING! GET THE RECIPE: Homemade Ranch Seasoning Even More Pantry Staples Want to keep your pantry stocked with all the best versions of your favorite things? Here are a few of our favorite homemade pantry staples! Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice DIY Baking...