Homesteading Basics Archives

How to Store Ginger – 12 Different Ways

Ginger is a delicious addition to many dishes but we often only need a small amount to enhance recipes. Instead of throwing away unused ginger, …

Most people are pretty familiar with onions, but when asked about shallots, they often draw a blank. Shallots are very similar to onions but do …

Whether you like it or not, no kitchen is complete without garlic. If you are a huge fan of garlic and the raw flavor it …

Potatoes stay fresh longer than many other fruits and veggies, but at some point, even a potato will shrivel and rot if not stored correctly. …

One of the things I’m most looking forward to when we move to our new homestead is learning how to garden from the elderly Italian …

“What comes to mind when you hear the word ‘Homesteading’?” What is Homesteading?! That’s the question I asked on our Facebook page the other day. …

If you’re tired of wasting food or just want to further your meal prep skills, freezing eggs is a brilliant idea. You can freeze both …

So often we have leftover rice after a meal that ends up being thrown out. Instead of wasting this food, freeze it so you can …

Breast milk is often referred to as liquid gold. It has all the nutrients your baby needs. However, pumping breast milk is a timely affair …

If you’re planning on making a pitcher of iced tea to be enjoyed on a hot summer day, you may try to get a jump …