Like many holidays, Halloween has evolved. With it, some of the traditions that once defined the celebration have quietly faded away. While modern festivities still capture the spirit of the holiday, there was a time when things were done a bit differently. Halloween traditions that brought people together and added a touch of mystery and…
These mini jack-o-lanterns are so fun to make and send in school lunches. They are also perfect for pre-school and kindergarten parties. We love them simply piled in a bowl on the counter. Clementine Pumpkins are just plain cute, so let’s make them. We’re not one for making healthy Halloween trick-or-treat alternatives to hand out…
Gardening doesn’t have to break the bank. Discover effective and budget-friendly gardening secrets to grow more plants on less green. From savvy seed starting to top-of-the-line zone-specific plant advice and swaps with other budget-minded gardeners, learn how to cultivate a thriving garden without spending a fortune. Like everything else these days, the cost of growing…
Currently, households worldwide feel the pinch of rising living costs and inflation. These financial pressures are prompting many of us to seek creative ways to save money. Cutting costs and saving money within our food budget is particularly important to us. Our bills are pretty set in stone, but one flexible area is our food…
Dandelions are just ONE of the edible weeds in your yard. Yes, you can eat them! (I call that gardener’s revenge) You can steam the greens or make a salad, make jelly from the flowers or tea from the roots, but today we’re talking spicy and delicious Dandelion Greens Pesto! One of the best things…
Before we begin, it’s important to know that this is a fun project resulting in a small jar of Birch Syrup. This is not meant to be anything more than fun, with or without kids. We’re turning Birch Sap into delicious Birch Syrup on a very small scale. If you’re ready to make something from…
Hot water bath canning is a popular method of preserving high-acid foods such as jams, jellies, pickles and tomatoes. You can fill your pantry with home-canned goods to feed your family all year ‘round with a bit of work and the right tools. Ready to learn how to water bath can? Let’s do it! Be sure…
Looking for a new kind of jam to add to your pantry or give as a gift? Why not try my all time favorite Low Sugar Carrot Cake Jam. It’s tasty and refreshingly different and quite easy to make. I like the fact that it uses finely grated carrots, which you don’t often find in jams and…
Curious about fermented food? Chances are you’ve eaten it for years; sauerkraut on the side, pickles on your burger or a tall glass of kombucha. Discover the benefits of fermentation, and learn how to get started fermenting vegetables at home. What is fermenting? Fermenting vegetables is an ancient food preservation technique that uses salt and…
Learning how to clean rust from cast iron cookware is key to maintaining its longevity and performance. Cast iron, while durable, is susceptible to rust if not cared for properly. However, rest assured that rust is not the end of the line for your cookware because, with the right approach, you can remove it and…
