Canning Potatoes: A Self-Reliant Staple for Your Pantry
When you’re striving for true self-sufficiency, a well-stocked pantry is more than just convenience - it’s security. Canning potatoes is one of the most practical ways to preserve a staple crop for long-term storage, making them available at a moment’s notice. Whether...
How To Make Your Own Homemade Ant Killer
5 DIY Recipes to Eliminate Ants Naturally Learning how to make your own homemade ant killer should be a priority for every house owner who does not have the knowledge. There's nothing like spotting a trail of ants marching through your kitchen to remind you just how...
How to Make Cowboy Bread (Lasts Months in Your Pantry)
It calls for ingredients we all keep in the pantry, and it doesn’t even need an oven. This old-fashioned bread goes back to the days when meals were made from scratch, with whatever there was on hand. It was a trail favorite among cowboys and gold miners, cooked under...
DIY “Endless Food Machines”
More and more stories keep showing up on the Internet cautioning about coming food shortages, higher prices and empty shelves. There are numerous factors fueling this idea from climate change to the threat of American tariffs to inflation in general. The result is...
Growing Kunekune Pigs: A Practical Guide for Self-Reliant Homesteads
If you’ve ever considered raising pigs but were put off by the size, mess, or feed costs of traditional breeds, Kunekune pigs might be the solution. These small, pasture-loving pigs are making a name for themselves among self-sufficient growers who want meat animals...
Can You Freeze Eggs? What Every Homesteader Should Know
If you raise chickens or even buy farm-fresh eggs in bulk, you’ve likely wondered: Can you freeze eggs to make them last longer? It's a smart question, especially when your hens are laying more than you can use. The short answer? Yes, you can freeze eggs. But before...
Shelf-Stable Rice Meals That Stay Fresh for Years
When stored right, rice can outlast just about every other grain in your pantry without losing its bite or nutrition. But what if I told you that plain white or brown rice in Mylar bags is just the beginner level of what’s possible? For generations, homesteaders,...
10 Long-Lasting Foods You Can Make From Honey
Every late summer, I receive an abundant supply of honey - a perk of living on a homestead. Generally, I pour this honey into jars and gift it to my neighbors, but even then, I am left with a generous amount to use. If you also have a bunch of honey jars in your...
How Long Do Potatoes Last in the Fridge Cooked?
Potatoes are one of the most useful and filling foods you can grow or store. Once cooked, they become even more versatile—but like most cooked foods, they don’t last forever in the fridge. If you're trying to stretch your food, reduce waste, or plan meals ahead, it's...
Why You SHOULD Leave Your Food Out in the Sun
Slice a solar-dried strawberry beside one from an electric dehydrator. You’ll taste the difference instantly. The sun’s gentle, slow heat intensifies natural flavors without scorching the sugars or turning them bitter. Plus, more nutrients stick around. Solar drying...
