Pumpkin Cranberry Banana Bread is a sweet and comforting treat that's so hearty and perfect for extra pumpkin and overripe bananas! Earlier this week I made a pumpkin pie, but only used half of the large can of pumpkin filling I had bought. Since I already had some over ripe bananas and some dried cranberries, I thought I would give this loaf a try. I love using my home made Pumpkin Pie Spice … [Read more...]
How to Make Willow Water – for Rooting Plants and Watering Plants
You can make willow water, then use it for a DIY rooting hormone! Have a favorite shrub or bush you would love to have two or three more of, to plant in your yard? Use this awesome DIY method to make rooting hormone from willow branches or willow twig and get your plant cuttings off to their very best start. Taking cuttings from shrubs you already have is a great way to increase the number of … [Read more...]
Ultimate HP Sauce Recipe -Homemade Condiment
This HP Sauce recipe makes 15 half pint jars. Also known as A1 steak sauce or Brown sauce, this condiment is perfect for savory foods! We love this homemade HP Sauce recipe! I make some every year, water bath can the full mason jars and then store them in my food pantry. Perfect on steaks and roasts, this brown sauce adds a delicious flavor to tomato dishes. Here's how to make your … [Read more...]
Raising Heritage Chickens in the North
Heritage chickens are perfect for northern climates! Here are some of the best heritage dual purpose birds. Want to get some backyard chickens? Here's something worth considering if you live in cold winter climates - look into heritage chickens. They are naturally more suited to cold winters than breeds like Cornish Giants or Polish. Do some research as to your weather conditions, how harsh … [Read more...]
How to Save Pea Seed for Planting Next Year
You can easily save pea seed to plant next year! Here's how... Who doesn't love to eat fresh garden peas? There's nothing like snapping a ripe pea pod right off the vine, opening the pod and grabbing a handful of peas to eat. Peas are so easy to grow and it's also really easy to start seed saving to sow the following year. We grow lots of sweet peas so we will have lots for eating … [Read more...]
DIY Farmhouse Rope Candle Holder
You'll love this DIY farmhouse rope candle holder craft idea! Perfect for the tabletop in the entry hall or on your country porch. Here's a pretty way to spruce up your country home decor - this easy DIY craft project can be made in no time at all. You can make it in an hour and then you will have this roped candle holder to add to your farmhouse style decor. Plus, they go perfectly with these … [Read more...]
DIY Farmhouse Daisy Mason Jar Craft Project
This farmhouse mason jar craft adds the perfect touch to your country home decor! Here's a pretty way to add a country touch to your home. This easy DIY farmhouse mason jar craft can be made in a few hours. These jars look so pretty filled with blooming wildflowers! Want to see how it's made? Read on, gather an empty mason jar or two and get ready. You can use either quart jars or smaller pint … [Read more...]
8 Ways to Use and Preserve Rhubarb
Looking for ways to use and preserve Rhubarb? I've got delicious recipes for you! Spring on a northern homestead, what a wonderful time of year! In many gardens, the first small harvests begin to happen. Along with Asparagus and Jerusalem Artichokes, another early plant in our gardens is Rhubarb, which we usually start picking in June. Read on to find lots of great rhubarb recipes. Want more … [Read more...]
How to Grow Herbs – Indoor or Outdoor Herb Gardens
Once you know how to grow herbs, you can easily start your own indoor or outdoor herb garden! If you've never grown herbs, you are in for a treat. Fresh herbs taste incredible compared to the dried herbs you can buy at the supermarket. There is just no comparison. At all. And once you start growing some of your own herbs, you might just add a few different herb plants to your garden next … [Read more...]
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