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How to Prepare For Canning Season
As we eagerly anticipate a bountiful spring and summer, it's essential to take advantage of the slower-paced winter days by preparing for the upcoming canning season. One crucial task during this time is conducting an inventory of your canning pantry. This practice ensures you are ready for a productive and organized canning season ahead. Jump to Resource List I know most of us are dealing with this historic winter storm , and spring seems like light-years away. I get it. But
Feb 234 min read


Home Canned Chicken
Forgot to defrost dinner again? Power outages ruining everything in your freezer? You can have tender, juicy chicken that’s ready when you are. This shelf-stable protein is the perfect addition to your pantry shelves! Jump to Recipe Friends, we have a slight problem. As I write this, 40 states (including mine) are currently enmeshed in a historic winter storm , and more winter storms are expected to hit in the next few days. I’m not rushing to the grocery store (they’re like
Feb 96 min read


Canned Chili Con Carne
This pressure-canned, homemade recipe combines savory ground beef, a trio of beans, garden-fresh peppers, and aromatic spices, making it...
Nov 6, 20254 min read


Satsuma Jelly
Whether you have a bounty of fresh satsumas from your garden or have picked some up at the local farmer’s market, this jelly is a perfect...
Oct 6, 20255 min read


10 Freezer-Friendly Meals for Any Busy Season
Meal prepping is an excellent way to ensure that you have healthy meals ready to go at a moment's notice. It saves time, reduces stress, and can help maintain a healthy, balanced diet. I’m sharing with you 10 of our favorite meals and snacks! Jump to Meal List Whether you’re preparing for the arrival of a new baby or for a busy season of life, meal prep will be your new best friend! Now that the holiday season is over, we’re getting back to our normal routines of work, homesc
Feb 17, 20255 min read


Pantry Challenge
Winter is the perfect time to organize and reevaluate our homes. One way we like to do this is with The Three Rivers Pantry Challenge ....
Dec 29, 20243 min read


5 Modern Homesteading Essentials You Need In Your Kitchen
Jump to List This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy . Are you in a Homesteading group on social media? I...
Dec 5, 20244 min read


Sweet & Smoky BBQ Sauce
This homemade barbecue sauce offers the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and smoky! Jump to Recipe Yield: 32 half-pints or 16 pints We...
Oct 3, 20245 min read


The Best Homemade BBQ Sauce
This delicious homemade BBQ offers the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and just the right amount of heat! Jump to Recipe We have a...
Jun 27, 20246 min read


Canned Ground Beef
Home-canned ground beef is delicious, convenient, and shelf-stable! Jump to Recipe I have a dilemma, friends. My freezers are jam-packed...
Jun 10, 20245 min read


Italian Roasted Red Peppers
Tender, sweet, and with just the right amount of heat. These Italian Roasted Red Peppers will be a delicious addition to all of your...
Jun 3, 20244 min read


Peach Lemonade Concentrate
Light, sweet, and refreshing, this delicious adaptation of a family favorite is made with juice from freshly picked peaches and lemons to...
May 23, 20245 min read


Five Resources for Home Food Preservation
There are many reasons one chooses to preserve food at home. For some, it's a life skill that has been passed down through generations....
Apr 15, 20244 min read


5 Books You Need In a Homestead Library
This post may contain affiliate links. See disclaimer. As mentioned in our previous post, Ten Skills You Need to be a Homesteader, No...
Apr 1, 20244 min read


Asian Plum Sauce: An Easy Home Canning Recipe
This delicious plum sauce has the perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and spice! This recipe is an easy water bath canning recipe however, it...
Jan 8, 20245 min read


The Reemergence of Victory Gardens: Three Reasons Why You Need One
During a time when people were struggling with finances, concerned about food supply chains, and the devastation of watching loved ones go off to war, there were glimmers of optimism, patriotism, and mindfulness. How could any sort of positivity be found with so much uncertainty happening in the world, both at home and abroad? It came in the form of a small garden, known as the Victory Garden. When Did Victory Gardens Begin The Victory Garden program was heavily promoted by t
Jan 4, 20244 min read


5 Store-Bought Convenience Items I No Longer Buy & What I Do Instead
Have you noticed the price increases at the grocery store lately? Have you taken a closer look at the ingredients list on some of your...
Oct 12, 20233 min read


Maple Bacon & Onion Jam
Crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and a delicious blend of spices create a mouthwatering treat that can be used as a burger topping, a tasty spread on your favorite bread, or as a divine dip on your charcuterie board. Jump to Recipe What is Maple Bacon & Onion Jam Maple Bacon and Onion jam is a wonderful blend of savory and sweet flavors, crafted by combining perfectly caramelized onions with crispy bacon, rich maple syrup, molasses, and apple cider vinegar. This unique condi
Oct 5, 20236 min read


Check out the Azalea Homestead on the Warriors Vision Podcast!
Huge thanks to Brian over at Warriors Vision for having me on his podcast! Be sure to check it out below, and follow him at...
Aug 21, 20231 min read


Five Items You MUST Can This Summer!
If you’re looking to add some convenience pantry items to your life this summer, I’ve got you covered! Jump to List The sun is shining, and the great outdoors is calling your name. Whether you're spending time in your garden or enjoying the waves at the beach, the last place you want to be is cooped up in the kitchen. By pressure canning some essential items, you can make quick dinners and spend more time soaking up the sun. Why You’ll Love These Home-Canned Recipes Versatile
Jul 10, 20233 min read
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