The first time that I canned meat, I was nervous; I won't lie to you. Pressure canning meat feels intimidating, and you don't want to do it wrong. No one wants to make their family sick, and images of ...
How to Pressure Can Soup for Home Canners
Opening a jar of homemade soup on a cold fall evening is one of my favorite pleasures, and it makes all of the work of pressure canning soup worth it. Canned soup that you purchase in the store will ...
Cottage Food Laws: How to Legally Make Money on Your Homestead
Having a side hustle or two is a great way to make some extra cash. Some homestead side hustles can end up becoming a source of full-time income, but you have to make sure its a legitimate way to make ...
Growing Tea: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Tea
Tea fanatics can grow tea right at home, which might be a surprise for some people. I always thought that I had to stick to purchasing tea at the store. I had no idea that I could learn the skills for ...
17 Fast-Growing Plants For a Fall Harvest
Are you staring at your garden wondering why the heck your harvest seems so small? Or maybe the growing season got away from you and you haven't planted all the veggies you want. What you need are ...
13 Smart Ways to Make Money at the Farmer’s Market
Farmer's markets are a way for homesteaders and gardeners to make money from all of their hard work. The problem is that all of the local farmers in your area will be at these farmer's market, and ...
Growing Rutabagas: Plant Varieties, How-to Guide, Problems, and Harvesting
Rutabagas don't get the love they deserve. The lumpy veggies are fall treat that is endlessly versatile in the kitchen. No really. You can grill them, roast them, steam them, sous vide them, smoke ...
Growing Lemon Verbena: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Lemon Verbena
Lemon verbena is an aromatic herb with fragrant leaves that fill the garden with a sweet, lemony scent. Not only does the plant smell and taste delicious, but it's beautiful in landscaping, forming a ...
How to Make the Perfect Potting Soil and Save Some Money
Gardening can be an expensive venture, but if you know the right tricks, you can save some cash. One way to keep your money in your wallet is by learning how to make potting soil. Cost-conscious ...