Foods The Pilgrims Ate When They First Arrived in America
When the Pilgrims first arrived in America in 1620, they faced many challenges, including food scarcity and unfamiliarity with the local flora and fauna. Their first winter in the New World was harsh, and many died due to malnutrition and disease. However, with the...
I Tried Eating Like a Pioneer for 100 Days and This Is What Happened
When the pioneers were moving out West, they didn’t have any grocery stores, supermarkets, or restaurants they could stop by to resupply themselves as they went. Instead, they had to stockpile foods that wouldn’t spoil and carry them on their wagons, as well as live...
10 Frugal Items You Must Have In Your Pantry
The pennies are pinching all of us these days. Every time you go to the grocery store, it feels like you're spending more than you did the last time you were there. As inflation rises and the general public tightens its belt, people are constantly craving ways to save...
Are You Ready For The Upcoming Food Crisis?
Due to the country's size and the wide variety of climates we have, almost any crop can be grown in the US. It is true that the US imports around 20% of the food it eats, but we are also one of the world's biggest exporters of food. So there's little chance of a...
Foods That Are Safe To Preserve In a Water Bath Canner
When you want to can your favorite produce, water bath canning is the best way to do it. However, it’s not meant for all foods because the food is processed at a lower temperature than a pressure canner. Therefore, it is most effective for foods that are highly acidic...
How To Preserve Food Without Electricity
Preserving food without electricity may seem like a daunting task in our modern, technology-driven world. But with some tried-and-true methods, you can keep your fruits, vegetables, and meats, and stay fresh for extended periods – no power required! Whether you're...
Stop Throwing Away Stale Bread. Do This Instead
Failing to eat your bread before it turns stale is extremely frustrating, and as a homesteader, the last thing you want to do is waste it. But fear not, there’s no need to throw your stale bread in the trash because there are plenty of creative ways to breathe new...
Have You Been Using Fake Honey?
If you think honey is your health’s ally, today’s article might come as a shock to you. Do you know those little plastic honey bear recipients on supermarket shelves? They might contain nothing but high-fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors and colors,...
What Went Wrong With Your Bread?
Few things can rival the enticing aroma of fresh bread straight out of the oven, boasting a delightful combination of fragrance and fluffiness. Once you embark on the journey of baking your own bread, the chances are that commercial bakery products may no longer hold...
Why We Don’t Eat Turkey Eggs
Americans go crazy for eggs. Chicken eggs at least. The average Joe or Jane eats about 250 of 'em every year! There's also a growing interest in trying other types like duck, quail, and emu eggs. But why we don't eat turkey eggs? They might as well not exist. Most...
