Adding new poultry and livestock to your farm or homestead is commonly done in the spring. How do you avoid the common pitfall of adding too many, too soon? I use the following three questions when evaluating our homestead's ability to carry more animals. Am I adding only the animals I have room for? Can I afford to care for the new animals properly? Do I have the time and physical ability to care for the new additions along with the current … [Read more...]
How to Preserve Lemons
How to Preserve Lemons - Using the Whole Lemon There are many reasons to love Meyer lemons. Sweetness, tartness, freshness, sunshine are just a few. The last two years I have been so happy to receive a box of Meyer lemons from my friend Angi at Schneiderpeeps. It seems that the Meyer lemon trees are very prolific and after you have harvested, frozen, juiced and preserved all that you need for your family, there are still plenty to share with others! We don't live in an area where Meyer lemons … [Read more...]
Homemade Vanilla Extract
Easily Make Vanilla Extract at Home What do You Need to Make Vanilla Extract? After posting a picture of my homemade vanilla extract on social media, and answering a bunch of questions, I guess I should have written up a little bit about how I made the extract. This is one of those things that gives you a lot of bang for your buck. The process is simple. One quart of vodka. half a pound of vanilla beans (more or less), a quart mason jar with lid. The first step is to … [Read more...]
