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 Preserve Garlic in Oil – and Other Ways to Store Garlic
Here's how to preserve garlic in oil - store it in the fridge or freezer. Garlic is one of the easiest things to grow in your food garden. You can grow quite a few heads of garlic in a fairly small space. Garlic doesn't mind growing in the garden or in containers or pots on your deck. You can also buy garlic at the farmer's market. We grow a lot of garlic bulbs here; we have always loved … [Read more...]
How to Roast Garlic with an Oil Drizzle
Once you learn how to roast garlic, you'll be including this healthy side dish more often with your meals. Why You'll Love This Recipe Roasted garlic tastes sweet and nutty and sends wonderful aromas throughout the kitchen. Garlic, as a cooking spice, is quite versatile. There are not many dishes or cuisines for which garlic is not a good complement either as a side dish, as an infusion … [Read more...]
Bear Meat and Making Lard
Graham enjoys hunting and tries to get out into the woods several times a year. Since we live in the woods, he doesn't have far to travel. Bear season in the Cariboo is April and May and then again from September to November. The season for deer is from September to November. And there is a lot of wildlife here. Each Fall, we have many hunters come to our Valley … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Own Pumpkin Pie Spice – Recipe
This Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe is so simple to make and will be a huge asset when fall rolls around. Versatile, warm, and full of pungent flavors, this blend of spices will become an autumn favorite! Why You'll Love this Spice Blend Sometimes you need pumpkin pie spice to whip up a delicious pie but you look and search finding no pumpkin spice in your spice cabinet. Have no … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Preserve and Store Food
Whether you grow your own vegetables or take advantage of farmers markets, you need a way to preserve and store that food for several months. Here's 4 ways to preserve and store food. Stocking up in September & October when the harvest is plentiful is a great way to do it. Prices are lower and there are a lot of choice veggies available. Below, I've linked up some of our best … [Read more...]
How to Defrost Chicken Fast
The best tips for how to defrost chicken fast! Ever got home to prepare a delicious chicken dinner only to realize your chicken is still in the freezer? It happens to us all at some point! So, here are some tips on how to quickly defrost a chicken. Rather than ordering pizza or making a run to the grocery store to buy a ready-to-cook chicken, try this instead. There are actually a … [Read more...]
Foods That Naturally Boost Your Immune System
We all know that it is important to eat healthily, but did you know that some foods naturally give your immune system a boost? This can be especially important to keep in mind in times of stress, illness, or the ever-dreaded cold and flu season. Here are a few foods that you should be eating to keep your immune system performing at its very best. Eat these foods to boost your immune … [Read more...]
Winter Pantry Essentials for When You are Stuck at Home
Winter is here and that can mean finding yourself stuck indoors for a few days while waiting for a blizzard or winter storm to pass. There is nothing worse than hearing the latest forecast and not being prepared. Going out to the store only to find that there is nothing left to buy is not a good thing. A well-stocked winter pantry can keep you from having to head out, and you will know that … [Read more...]