Whole grains are one of the best foods to keep on hand, whether you’re stocking up to mill your own flour or building a pantry for long-term preparedness. Whole wheat berries maintain their nutritional value and last much longer than whole grain flour. Buying in bulk saves money and ensures you always have fresh, nutritious…
Buying whole grains in bulk is one of the best ways to save money, build your pantry, and enjoy healthier foods at home. If you are new to milling your own grains, knowing how to buy in bulk can feel a little overwhelming. Where do you find quality wheat berries? How do you know which…
In our modern society, many people have become accustomed to one-use products that we use and throw away when the job is complete. Even more so, many people use disposable materials in the kitchen. However, in past generations, the materials and kitchen tools people used were reusable. While I have used cheesecloth limitedly in the…
Like many homesteaders and hunters, we want to honor the animals we harvest by being good stewards of the harvest. If you have ever processed a deer, you may have wondered, What can you do with deer fat? For many hunters, the instinct is to toss it in the gut pile, assuming it’s part of the waste of…
When it comes to home food preservation, most home cooks are familiar with the most common sizes of canning jars. However, several types of canning jars are available. Each jar is designed for specific foods, batch sizes, and storage needs. Selecting the correct jar means preparing your food in the best jar sizes to meet…
Whether you process meat at home or buy meat in bulk at the grocery store and repackage it, proper packaging of meat is essential for long-term storage in the freezer. Knowing how to wrap meat for freezing preserves the quality of the meat, reduces food waste, and saves you money. While there are several good…
At our farm, we process all our meat from field to fork. Processing your meat at home is more time-consuming than using a local butcher, but for us, the advantages far exceed the time spent. Philip has spent years studying and practicing butchering techniques. While there is certainly some skill required in identifying muscle groups…
When it comes to home canning, properly preparing your jars is essential to ensure safe and successful food preservation. Whether you’re canning fruits or homemade jams, taking the time to properly clean, sterilize, and prepare your jars can make all the difference in preventing spoilage or contamination. Preparing your canning jars is simple and gives…
Being prepared for an emergency is something that every family should strive for. No matter where you live emergency situations happen! Natural disasters, severe weather, power outages, medical emergencies, and unexpected job loss are just a few of the unpredictable life events we all experience. In some situations, you may be able to prepare for…
Butchering chickens at home allows you to control the quality and freshness of your meat. It’s a simple process that can be done discreetly in a suburban neighborhood. The right tools make a big difference to ensure an efficient and humane process. While the right knife comes down to personal preference, consider these features when…
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