Fall brings forth an abundance of winter squash that can easily be incorporated into dishes. Here is all you need to know about the harvest, storing and cooking with winter squashes.
Food and Kitchen
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The Best and the Worst Foods to Freeze for Long Term Storage
Some of us are using the freezer as our main source for food storage. Know in advance which foods freeze the best and which ones to avoid to help you maintain a well-stocked, but frozen food source.
The Best Way to Store Coffee for the Long Haul
A world without coffee is not a world most people would want to live in. Storing coffee beans for the long haul will ensure your favorite morning beverage needs are met and you will have enough extra for the neighbors and family during an emergency.
The Easiest Sorbet Recipe EVER!
Making sorbets cannot get any easier than this method. The best part is it the recipe utilizes those canned fruits that you have been storing.
The Fine (and Frugal) Art of Repurposing Leftovers
In these times of budget cuts, rising food costs, job losses and ever-increasing expenses, we can’t afford to let anything go to waste. Learn how to combine your leftovers to create delicious and frugal meals the entire family would approve of.
The Functional Vintage Kitchen
Vintage kitchenware that are off-grid capable and built to the last are becoming all the rage. Homesteader, extraordinaire, Ruby Burks talks about her favorite utensils and heirloom books to keep an eye out for.
The Hidden Danger Lurking in Your Leftovers
There are numerous ways your food can make you sick, some of which aren’t very well known despite infecting hundreds of people every year.
The Humble Potato is Not as Humble as You Think
Potatoes are not time intensive and give a large, nutritionally worthwhile yield for a small amount of effort, something that may well be a major consideration in the future.
The Incredible Edible Dandelion: Using This Weed to the Fullest
With so many gifts to offer, it would be wise to take advantage of the dandelions growing wild in your yard.
The Miracle Drink That Should Be In Every Pantry
Green tea is one of the best beverages to have in your pantry and here’s why.
The Natural Pantry: A Long-Term Storage Guide for Honey
Honey has the capacity to last a lifetime – but there is no guarantee it will. If improperly stored, it can crystallize, ferment and go bad. This article will explain, what, when and why’s of how to perfectly store your honey for long-term use, as well as explain what mistakes to avoid.