Convenience
Watermelon Jam Recipe
This summer at The Micro Farm Project, I planted several types of melons in the garden, each with a deliciously elegant name: Charentais, Crimson Sweet, and Tuscany. But the very best harvest came from a watermelon vine that came up unexpectedly, right in the middle of the lawn. We are […]
Peach Marmalade Recipe
Peach Marmalade with a Citrus Twist! Add tangy orange and lemon slices to the ripest, golden peaches to create a sweet, delicious spread with layers of heavenly flavor. Foolproof and so easy, this recipe for peach marmalade makes 6-8 half pint jars. Learn to remove peach peels easily and to […]
Crop Calculators
I am often asked how much of any given vegetable a person needs to grow or how many animals they will need to raise in order to feed a family. The query is often framed in terms of raising enough food for an entire year. There is no one size […]
Plant Labels
Labels do not need to be sophisticated or artsy. They can be make from any number of materials, from tongue depressors or wooden stakes to commercial label sticks. If you prefer more imaginative labels, there are hundreds of creative and artistic plant label ideas on Pinterest and other websites. Use […]
Old Fashioned Fermented Dill Pickles
Pickling Probiotics Making naturally fermented pickles at home may sound daunting, but if you are interested in fermenting for its many health benefits, you will be happy to know that pickling is one of the easiest ( and most cost effective!) ways to add healthy probiotics to your diet. All […]
How to Can & Preserve Tomatoes & Sauces | Peeling Tomatoes in a Snap | My Favorite Heritage Chili Sauce Recipe
Not Your Grandparents’ Tomato Canning Recipe I love a well-stocked pantry filled with home canned goods. The sight of those beautiful jars reminds me of visiting my grandparents in Wisconsin and going downstairs with my grandfather, known to me as Opa, to retrieve a jar of the most delicious pickles […]
Home Food Preservation
I love canning recipes, especially new twists on old favorites and recipes from the Depression Era through the 1970s. Concoctions abound online, in current canning books and magazines, as well as in vintage cookbooks. When using vintage recipes or those created by online bloggers, make sure that the procedures comply […]
Cereus Cranberry Jam Recipe
The Micro Farm Project has a gorgeous night blooming Cereus cactus outside our front door. For fourteen years, I admired its blooms, but did not realize that the bright pink fruits that were left after the blooms faded were edible…and DELICIOUS! The white interior is lightly sweet and practically melts […]
What to Do with Leftover Whey: Make Whole Wheat Grandma’s Bread
Whole Wheat Grandma’s Bread Recipe With A Twist…Whey! No eggs, no oil, no preservatives…this whole wheat bread recipe is easy to make, rustic and delicious. Its texture is light, but sturdy enough for sandwiches and wonderful for French toast. The loaves are large and lovely, with a sweet, nutty flavor. […]
Homemade Yogurt Recipe
Making yogurt is extremely simple. All you need is one-half gallon of raw or pasteurized milk, one-half cup of plain yogurt with live cultures, a small cooler, and two sterilized quart canning jars. If you have a candy thermometer, that helps, too (but is not required.) Heat the milk to […]
