journey to a self sufficient life
These soft New England hot dog buns are made for stuffing with your favorite filling! They are the classic vessel for making lobster rolls, hot dogs, tuna salad sandwiches, and Italian sandwiches. What Makes New England Hot Dog Rolls Different? If you live in New England or have ever visited and enjoyed a lobster roll, you probably noticed the rolls…
Read More
If you are looking for a comforting and easy meal, this classic New England fish chowder recipe fits the bill. This creamy chowder is made from simple ingredients, including cod, potatoes, onions, bacon, cream, and tastes like restaurant quality. Chowders were once considered a poor man’s meal. Today they are elevated to an award-winning food served in fine restaurants. Like…
Read More
These homemade fish sticks are made with strips of cod, covered with a well-seasoned coating, and oven-baked for a crunchy finger food perfect for dipping into a homemade tartar sauce. Fish sticks are incredibly easy to make and baked in the oven for a crispy coating while keeping the fish nice and tender on the inside. Frozen fish sticks have…
Read More
Roasting the vegetables intensifies the flavors in this Roma pizza sauce recipe. The moisture evaporates leaving behind a rich and deep tomato flavor. The garlic and onions sweeten as they caramelize. Combined, you’ll have the most amazing, full flavored sauce that will elevate homemade pizza night. I snagged a great deal at the farmer’s market. It was the end of…
Read More
This no-knead Dutch oven bread recipe is simple to make using only four ingredients and bakes up a delicious, chewy artisan loaf. Learn how to make a rustic bread using this easy no-knead bread recipe. We rely on homemade bread often, and this no knead bread recipe has been a favorite since in was published in the NY Times back…
Read More
A container vegetable garden is a great way to utilize a small space to grow food. Once planted, all you need to do is water and harvest. Have fresh food at your fingertips this summer by planting vegetables in containers. I didn’t always have a yard with a vegetable garden. There were many years when I lived in apartments and…
Read More
There is no refined sugar in this peach jam recipe. Instead, fresh peaches are sweetened with pure maple syrup and flavored with a hint of vanilla. Enjoy this peach jam spread on your morning toast, swirled into yogurt, or spooned over ice cream. It seems such a shame to take perfectly delicious, already sweet fruit and combine it with tons…
Read More
You may have a lack of pollinators if your squash is filled with blossoms but not growing fruit. If the bees are not doing their job, you can hand pollinate to help your plants produce fruit. A lack of pollination may be the problem if your plant is growing and blooming, but there is no fruit, or you see baby…
Read More
Almond milk is a plant-based beverage made from almonds and water. It is a dairy-free milk substitute for vegan diets or for those who are lactose intolerant or allergic to cow’s milk. Learn how to make your own and avoid the additives found in store bought almond milk. A few years ago, we discovered that my husband has developed allergies…
Read More
Beef stock is a must have pantry staple for stews, soups, and gravy. Learn how to make homemade beef stock and preserve it into shelf-stable jars using a pressure canner. Beef stock is made by combining roasted meaty beef bones with vegetables, herbs, spices, and slowly simmered to build layers of flavor. Once you start making your own homemade stocks,…
Read More