It’s that time of year when you have too much spinach and/or kale and want to use it up fast before it dries up for the summer. Although I use a lot of it in fresh salads and cook with it, my favorite ways to preserve it are pressure canning and freezing it. Pressure Canning …
It’s that time of year when produce is flowing in so fast that it’s often hard to keep up! Maybe you have a generous neighbor or are a part of a coop. Eating and storing your food so it doesn’t waste is probably on your mind. Whether you freeze it, can it, eat a vegetarian …
I think we all are feeling the pain at the pump as gas prices continue to rise, but let’s contemplate some ways we can save money on gas. I think we all brace ourselves each time we go past the local gas station. Has it gone up again? What is it now? Should I fill …
This quick and easy-to-make was one of our favorites growing up. It was affordable and another use for all those potatoes our family grew that lasted through the winter. Ingredients: 1/4 c. butter or chicken fat 1/3 cup all purpose flour (can substitute with gluten free flour) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup chicken broth 1 …
This easy chili I received from my sister-in-law is large enough for company or freeze the leftovers. You can also cut it in half if you prefer. If you brown the ground beef the night before, you can just throw in all the ingredients in the mornings and forget about it until it’s time to …
Very often the things we are good at can earn us a little money too. What comes easy for you may not come easy for someone else, and they may need to pay someone to help them out. This may not always be a work at home job, but being able to set your own …
This creamy wild rice soup is as delicious as it is beautiful to look at! Serve it to your family or use it for company. Ingredients: 3/4 cup uncooked wild rice 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 4 cups water 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 medium onion, chopped 1 celery rib, diced 1/2 cup butter, cubed 1 medium …
This is my go-to lentil soup recipe. Although I have to plan ahead a bit, it is so worth it. High in protein and vegetables, easy to make, and the kids even love it! Ingredients: 2 cups lentils 3 slices bacon, cut into 2 inch pieces 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1 medium onion, sliced …
It’s almost that time of year when you’ll head out to your garden and see that the kale is ready – now! Or maybe you’re like me, head to the farmer’s market and see how fresh and healthy the kale looks. You buy it, but now what? This healthy recipe is a great use of …
This tasty tomato soup recipe is easy to make and especially affordable when you have your own homegrown tomatoes. You could even double or triple the recipe and can the tomato soup for another day! Ingredients: 4 tbsp. butter 3 tbsp. flour (can use gluten-free option) 4 cups fresh tomatoes, cut in halves 1/2 tsp. …
