Freeze Drying Mashed Potatoes

Potatoes.  We've got them.  Lots of them.  After all, we do live in Idaho.  But what can we do with them? One of our family favorites is to eat ma…

Canning Hot Pepper Jelly + Recipe

Our youngest son has decided that he loves all things spicy.  Spicy peppers, spicy chips, spicy potatoes.  Anything spicy. Which means he was really p…

Freeze Dried Greens - Spinach and Kale

We've all heard that eating your greens is important for your diet.  Greens like spinach and kale are rich in nutrients and vitamins.  They are s…

Freeze Dry Potatoes for Long-Term Storage

Potatoes.  They are a staple in our society.  We eat them in almost every restaurant and, I'd say, most homes. They are inexpensive and can be use…

How to Freeze Dry Strawberries

Berries.  They are one of the most popular fruits out there.  Why?  They are versatile, delicious and great for breakfast, lunch, dinner and treats. B…

Easy Tomato Basil Sauce Recipe for Canning

One of my favorite vegetables to grow in our garden is tomatoes.  And not just one variety.  Although I am a little partial to Early Girls. This post …

Guide to Freeze Drying Eggs

Having backyard chickens is all the rage right now.  It is wonderful to see families exploring the joys of raising chickens and collecting eggs for t…

Guide to Canning Peach Juice

The summer brings in so many fond memories.  From running around the pool in the hot sun to savoring fresh fruit straight from the tree or local farm…

Freeze Drying Spaghetti

What's your go to meal at your house?  You know the one.  It's fast, healthy and everyone will eat it, even the pickiest of the bunch. In our …

Dehydrating Apples for Easy Apple Crisps

About 3 years ago we put in a small orchard.  It was super exciting to know that in a couple years we'd have our first apples. Well, this was they…

Freeze Drying Yogurt (and Yogurt Bites)

Does your family eat a lot of yogurt?  Or maybe you just like having a yummy and healthy snack option that you can easily take on the road after scho…

How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken Bone Broth

Bone broth has quickly become one of the most popular health foods these days. It is a simple recipe to make and it is great for homemade soups and s…

How to Braid Onions

Onions are a staple in our kitchen.  I'd say about 80 percent of the meals that we make include onions.  Which means every year we plant onions , …

How to Prep Jars for Canning & Preserving

One of the best ways to make the most of the harvest season is to preserve your fruits and vegetables using canning jars. Canning is an age-old techn…

Freeze-Dried Apples - Everything You Need to Know

We are always looking for new ways to eat and share our preserved foods.  Especially ways to get our children to eat better.   We stumbled upon freeze…

How to Store Chicken in the Freezer, The Right Way!

On our property, we raise chickens.  That means a couple times a year we harvest our chickens and freeze them for consumption.  Typically this means …

What is Freeze Drying? - Introduction and Benefits

Several years ago we added a small orchard to our property.  No more than 6 trees, but we expect a nice harvest from them each year.  That is one rea…

The Benefits of Freezing Chicken Eggs and How to Do It Right

Ever considered freezing your chicken eggs? It’s a convenient and cost-effective way to store extra eggs for later use, especially during the cold wi…

The Best Way to Save Pumpkin Seeds for Planting

As pumpkin season approaches, many of us begin to think about all the wonderful ways we can use pumpkins.  This post contains affiliate links to produ…

How to Harvest Sunflower Seeds for Planting

If you're like me, you love sunflowers. They're such happy flowers! They just make you feel good.  And what's not to love about sunflower …

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