Autumn is in full swing and the apple trees are loaded! I love making Easy Homemade Applesauce. The house smells amazing all day, and by the time the kids get home from school they can enjoy a nice bowl of warm, homemade, tangy deliciousness. Harvest If possible, harvest the apples yourself. Nothing beats the flavor…
Top Ten Best Farm Photos Summer 2017
In honor or the last official day of summer, I thought I’d share my top ten best farm photos from the Summer of 2017. The criteria was simply the way the photo makes me feel. I hope you enjoy them! If you use or share any, please give us credit and also link back to…
How to Cook Fresh Beets in 4 Simple Steps
As we begin a new school year, wouldn’t it be great to get a boost for your immune system? Beets are very high in vitamin C, potassium, manganese and fiber. They also contain B vitamins, along with many other nutrients. Their color is absolutely brilliant and their flavor is so sweet and unique! The summer…
Three Months to Save $2.19 on Tomatoes?
“Is it worth devoting three months of your life to save $2.19 on tomatoes?” The question was asked in fun, and I had heard variations of it before, but it is a great question! Organically growing your own food does require work, and you invest some money into gardening supplies, seeds, plants, etc. Is it…
Your Neighbor’s Garden – Meet Peni
“Mom! You’re not gonna believe Brother Mounga’s garden! It’s HUGE!” My son had just returned from visiting Peni Mounga and he knew I love to hear about gardens. Because he has grown up on our small farm, my son also has an appreciation for how much work it takes to maintain a large garden. I…
My BEST Zucchini Recipes
Zucchini is one of the easiest vegetables to grow and it is so good for you! By now, many gardeners have plenty of it and are more than willing to share. My best Zucchini recipes include Grandma Margaret’s Zucchini Cake, Zucchini Ole` and Blueberry Banana Zucchini Bread. Grandma Margaret’s Zucchini Cake Grandma Margaret is adorable….