Living a life full of adventure is important to us! We’re never bored on the homestead… too busy to be bored! This category is a hodgepodge of life! From projects on the homestead, family, and amazing discoveries right here on Kowalski Mountain.
When I first got my milk cows, I was excited to make the classic dairy products we use and enjoy. But, hands down, my favorite indulgence to make with fresh, raw cow’s milk is homemade chocolate pudding! Whether you’re looking for a way to use up a lot of milk or just craving something sweet,…
Meatballs are a classic recipe that provides versatility in the kitchen! Not only can meatballs be served in a variety of ways, but it’s a budget-friendly meal that helps you stretch your grocery dollars. My favorite venison meatballs recipe can be made using 100% ground venison, or mix it with ground pork for added flavor. …
Traditional black forest cake is a German dessert that gained popularity in the 1930s. Layers of chocolate cake, cherries, cherry brandy, and creamy whipped cream frosting make an impressive holiday dessert. While I am not a fan of cooked cherries, my not-so-traditional black forest cake recipe is a delicious and alcohol-free variation of this classic…
Around our house, venison is the staple red meat in the kitchen. While we love venison in all forms, one of my favorite meals is classic country-fried venison. When it comes to wild game, keeping the seasonings simple allows the flavor and tenderness of venison backstrap to shine. Backstrap, also known as venison loin is…
As the holiday season approaches, the best gift for your homesteading friend or family member is a gift that they will use! My daddy always said, the right tool makes the job so much easier, and he was right! As Philip and I prepared for full-time homesteading, we gathered essential, high quality tools that would…
Here on Kowalski Mountain, we are blessed with an abundance of wildflowers! Fleabane is a common wildflower around the farm. It is often recognized as a weed. Some even call it a superweed that can defy the heavy weed killers used in commercial farming. This native plant grows across much of the United States So…
While milling fresh flour at home has been around for quite a long time, it’s become more popular in recent years. I was introduced to fresh ground flour close to 15 years ago, but as a single mom with three kids, the start-up costs were prohibitive. I have always cooked from scratch, knowing that homemade…
Being good stewards of the land and our resources is an important part of our off-grid lifestyle. As an avid hunter, Philip works hard to provide meat for our family each year. Before our move to the homestead, we were limited not only by space of what we could transport for processing but also limited…
Making homemade soap not only provides us with natural soaps on the homestead, but it’s also a creative outlet. This year I am committed to trying new techniques, additives, and all-natural ingredients to make small batches of unique soaps. Soaps created with peppermint essential oil are my all-time favorite. I wanted to make a winter…
Throughout the holiday season, there are a few recipes that are featured at every one of our family gatherings. This non-alcoholic Christmas punch recipe is one the whole family looks forward to. While it is certainly served at every Christmas dinner, it’s the perfect holiday drink throughout the winter season, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s…
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