No Need to Knead: Dutch Oven Artisanal Bread
Mark Spigos
January 29, 2016
As far as food and daily rituals go, there may be nothing quite so simple and satisfying as making a fresh loaf of bread.
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Rebuilding Grandma’s Wood Cookstove
doug smith
January 15, 2016
The “good ole” days don’t have to be just memories … you can make your own today with your own wood-burning cookstove.
Irish “Snowed-Up” Soup and Cheese Scones
BeeSmith
January 4, 2016
Insulate your insides with this hearty root vegetable stew and hot, buttery cheese scones (and yes, you say it ‘scawn’).
American Persimmon: The After-Frost Fruit
Dori Fritzinger
October 28, 2015
Do you want a beautiful tree that gives you enjoyment all year round, plus delicious late fall fruit? Meet the American Persimmon.
How to Bake Pumpkin Bread In A Canning Jar
Sarah Nussbaum
October 26, 2015
Bake this moist, spiced pumpkin bread right in your wide-mouth canning jars! Sealed jars of bread keep for up to one year.
Easy DIY Dry Rubs for Meats, Veggies
Dori Fritzinger
October 19, 2015
Homemade dry rubs are economical, easy to make and very versatile. Try these easy recipes – they use spices and herbs commonly found in most pantries. Use to enhance meats, chicken, fish and vegetables when roasting or grilling!
Perfect, Make-Ahead Pumpkin Muffins
Kathy Harrison
September 25, 2015
My favorite pumpkin muffin recipe is heady with spices and rich with raisins and nuts. I use one of two strategies to give us warm muffins without spending an hour in the kitchen.
5 Skills Your Grandparents Had – And You Should, Too
Sarah Nussbaum
September 11, 2015
Some will save you money, some are eco-friendly, some are healthier for you, and almost all wll come in very handy during an emergency or power outage. Here are a few simple ways to start doing something with your own two hands, today.
Baking a Pie, Making a Memory
Kathy Harrison
August 19, 2015
It wasn’t the fair ribbon my daughter cared about. She told everybody how much fun we had and what a good baker she was. Her joy was for the memory of time spent with me.
Blackstrap Molasses: 4 Recipes to Try and Love
Sarah Nussbaum
May 13, 2015
It’s been around for ages, and generations have used it not only as a cooking ingredient, but also as a health tonic.
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