Canning plums fresh from the orchard preserves the flavor so you can enjoy it all year round. This is an easy recipe for beginning canners!
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If you’re aiming to live a more self-reliant lifestyle, my vote for the number one place to start is the kitchen.
Instead of counting on Campbell’s, learn to make your own soup. Instead of falling back on prepackaged spreads, learn to make your own.
How to Make Sour Milk With Lemon Juice | Buttermilk Substitute
With just 2 simple ingredients you can create an easy buttermilk substitute for use in baking. Here’s how to make sour milk (and how to use it).
How to Make Strawberry Puree (with Canning Instructions)
Fresh berry season is a great time to make a batch of strawberry puree. Make some to enjoy right away or process in a water bath for a shelf-stable product.
Easy Green Onion Dip Recipe
Made from fresh ingredients, this green onion dip recipe is a healthier stand-in than store-bought flavor packets. Mix up a batch and serve it with fresh veggies or your favorite chip for your next football party or holiday appetizer buffet.
Making Apricot Jam: Freezer or Canning Recipe
Fresh apricots are a summertime favorite. Make this as apricot freezer jam or use a water bath method to preserve the jam for the pantry.
How to Dry Green Onions
Keep the flavor of scallions at your fingertips when you start drying green onions. It’s a great way to preserve them and eliminate waste.
Flavor Packed Ginger Syrup Recipe (2-Ingredients)
With a flavorful punch, this ginger simple syrup is a great addition to drinks, baked goods, & marinades. Or try it in salad dressing!
Easy Spanish Rice in the Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
This easy Spanish rice recipe is a perfect side dish for tacos, burritos, or enchiladas. It’s done perfectly in under an hour.
Homemade Hamburger Potato Buns
Upgrade your next burger with these soft and tender homemade potato buns fresh out of the oven! (They’re great with soup, too.)