I recently watched a video where a woman lived on the rations allowed in the 1940s UK. In a single week, as a single adult, her ration was: 4oz bacon/sausage2oz butter2oz margarine4oz cooking fat2oz cheese8oz sugar2oz jam2oz tea1 egg That got me thinking about rationing in the US during the same time, and the ration …
Everything you need to get started preserving fresh fruits, jams, jellies, and more at home! If you’ve ever dreamed of lining your pantry shelves with jars of home-canned goodness—think strawberry jam, applesauce, or dill pickles—then water bath canning is a great place to start. This method of food preservation is ideal for high-acid foods, and …
There’s something magical about the gentle clucking of hens, the thrill of gathering fresh eggs, and the way chickens can turn a suburban backyard into a mini homestead. Here on our half-acre in beautiful Bucks County, PA, raising chickens isn’t just a fun hobby—it’s part of living a more intentional, homegrown life. If you’ve been …
When you raise backyard chickens, you know just how gorgeous brown eggs can be on their own—from creamy beige to rich chocolate brown. But when it comes to Easter, it can feel a little tricky to dye those brown eggs with the same vibrant results as white ones. The good news? With a few tweaks …
The nightmare is over! I’m going to share my favorite tip for making easy-to-peel, hard-boiled eggs. The best part? You can use your fresh-laid eggs with the same success as the older eggs from the grocery store! If you’ve ever tried to hard-boil your own farm fresh eggs, you know the struggle. Peeling them can …
