Fermentation 101
Many homesteaders are nervous about using fermentation as a method of preserving their harvest simply because they are unfamiliar with it, so I...
Forgotten Ways People Used to Store Food Before Refrigerators
Refrigeration is a modern luxury, but our ancestors thrived without it by harnessing the power of physics and microbiology. Simply put, they...
Lemon + Baking Soda
Have you ever wondered what happens if you combine lemon and baking soda and how this combo can help you in your homestead? Through all the highs...
Forgotten Nose-to-Tail Recipes Every Homesteader Should Know
Over-consumption is the norm today, making nose-to-tail recipes more vital than ever. This sustainable, eco-friendly approach uses every part of the...
Home Canning Sausages for Maximum Shelf Life (10+ Years)
As a homesteader, ensuring the long-term shelf stability of your food supplies is a top priority. One essential protein source that deserves your...
6 Foods You Should Bury in Your Backyard
Three generations of my family have used the same backyard storage pit. My grandfather dug it by hand in 1962. These were called "root caves" by...
How Long Do Potatoes Last?
Have you ever harvested potatoes on your homestead? It’s a feeling of pride, knowing that the fruits of your labor are about to become part of your...
Common Plants You Can Turn Into Flour in a Crisis
Is it possible to make flour without using wheat? According to Grandpa—YES! Did you know that there are several common plants you can turn into...
I Ate Only Canned Meat for 6 Months and This Happened
Fresh meat is tough to keep in your homestead pantry, especially if you ate only canned meat for an extended period. It’s an excellent source of...
Why You Should Cure Potatoes Before You Store Them for Winter
Some years ago, I divided my harvest of Red Pontiacs into two batches: one I cured, and one I didn’t. By January, nearly half of the uncured batch...
50 Powdered Foods That Last Forever
If you want a way to make certain foods last longer, have you thought about turning them into powder? Many powdered foods, especially those high in...
DIY Apple Cider Vinegar
The concept of vinegar first showed up about 8,000 years ago. Ancient people discovered that juice made from fruits would eventually turn into wine....
Foods To Stock Up On This Winter
Winter brings unique food security challenges. Prices soar. Demand Increases. Panic Sets. I've tracked this pattern for years! Here are some foods...
Deadly Canning Mistakes You Probably Make
If you ever need to rely on your own supplies for the long haul, home canning is a must-have skill. You can’t grow vegetables year-round—every area...
Civil War Recipes That We Will All Be Eating Again Soon
The Civil War was a horrible time in American history, brought on by enormous debate surrounding multiple issues between the northern and southern...
Canning Recipes Grandma Made Every Fall
People have been canning for generations. Whether it be in true cans or glass jars, once we figured out how to preserve food, we were doing very,...
8 Foods You Should Never Keep in a Fridge
Storing food in the refrigerator to keep it fresh is not always a good choice. While some foods, like carrots and cheese, last longer in the fridge,...
Signs We’ll Soon Be Eating Depression-Era Foods
I remember my grandma's stories about the Great Depression - tales of scraping by on whatever food they could get their hands on. Never thought I'd...
Dutch Oven Recipes Cowboys Survived On
Life as a cowboy in the Old West was tough, with few comforts. Cattle drives often kept cowboys on the trail for a month or more, and even on the...
This Common Mistake Can Ruin Your Entire Food Stockpile
Food stockpiling forms the backbone of homesteading and emergency preparedness. Yet, several critical errors can render even the most meticulously...
How to Spot Spoiled Eggs Without Breaking a Shell
Being able to spot spoiled eggs without cracking them open is a handy skill for homesteaders, survivalists, or anyone living off the grid. It helps...
