Apple season is one of the most rewarding times on the homestead. Our trees give us bushels of fruit, and while we eat plenty fresh, most of them are destined for preserving. This year, without a cider press, we made apple cider right on the stovetop. Using a simple method with boiling bags and a […]

Summer on the homestead is full of little blessing the morning sun warming the garden, the scent of fresh cucumbers, and the quiet satisfaction of turning a basket of harvest into something that will last for months. There’s so much joy in pickling: the snap of a cucumber, the tang of dill and garlic, and […]

There’s something about peaches that feels like the last of summer. The scent alone soft, floral, and sweet can stop you in your tracks. Around here, preserving peaches is a seasonal must. The kitchen fills with their fragrance, the counters scatter with pits and peels, and we know we’re bottling up sunshine for the colder […]

Preserving Sweet Corn Two Ways Freezer Recipe and Corn Silk Tinctur There’s something about sitting on the porch with a basket of corn and a bowl at your feet that slows time down just a bit. Maybe it’s the rhythm of pulling back the husk or the way the silk clings to your fingers. For […]

There’s a rhythm to preserving season. The early mornings in the berry patch. The blue-stained hands. The quiet hum of the kitchen as jars fill the counter, the scent of vanilla and spice rising with the summer breeze. On our homestead, blueberries are preserved slowly, intentionally — and always with care to use every bit […]

A simple guide to freezing, drying, storing, and savoring one of early summer’s quiet treasures. If you’ve ever come back from the garden (or the market) with a bunch of curly green garlic scapes and thought, what now?—you’re not alone. These tender green stalks show up just once a year, and they have a way […]

Each June, our kitchen counters are covered in berry-stained tea towels and the air is thick with the scent of strawberries just off the vine. When you live in rhythm with the land, preserving the harvest becomes more than just a task—it becomes a ritual, a way of tucking beauty and nourishment away for the […]

Chives are one of the first herbs to pop up in the spring garden, and they deserve more than just a quick snip over eggs. In this post, I’ll show you four simple ways to preserve chives so you can enjoy their delicate, oniony flavor long after spring has passed: compound chive butter, chive blossom […]

A well-stocked pantry is the foundation of a smooth-running kitchen. When your shelves are filled with essential ingredients, you can create meals with ease, save money on groceries, and reduce unnecessary trips to the store. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your pantry, having a solid list of staple items makes all […]

As winter settles in, having a well-stocked pantry ensures you can enjoy comforting meals, homemade treats, and nutritious food without last-minute grocery runs. It’s the season to embrace intentional living, using what you’ve grown, preserved, or sourced locally. Below is your guide to building a cozy winter pantry, hearty meal ideas using pantry staples, and […]