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    7 Homemade Cheese Recipes That Are Super Easy to Make Yourself

    If you want to level-up your make-it-from-scratch game, why not try an easy homemade cheese recipe? Making things from scratch can be fun and rewarding, and making your own cheese is no exception. Plus, you get delicious cheese that’s often…

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    How to Make Beef Tallow In 6 Steps [Recipe, Flavor, and Rendering Tips!]

    So, you’ve got a beef carcass in your freezer. And you’re unsure what to do with it. You could make beef jerky, roast it, or even grind it up and make burgers. But have you ever considered rendering the fat?…

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    What to Do With Orange Peels? [27 Nifty Ideas!]

    What to do with leftover orange peels? Well – if you’re like most people, when you finish eating an orange, you then toss the peel. But did you know that there are many uses for orange peels that can benefit…

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    31 Simple Halloween BBQ Party Ideas [Plus Tips for Decorations and Spooky Games]

    Fall is one of the most festive seasons, and I always want to embrace it without creating much extra work on my to-do list, which is why I always try to use my DIY ideas to host a spooky Halloween…

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    How to Make Traditional Hand Crank Ice Cream (With Recipes)

    Delicious homemade ice cream without electricity? No problem! Hand crank ice cream provides your family with many memories, from having cranking competitions to enjoying family-made ice cream on Sunday night. The right hand crank ice cream maker (also known as…

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    Fermented Jalapeño Hot Sauce Recipe [Homemade DIY and Delicious!]

    Get ready – we’re about to share our favorite fermented jalapeño hot sauce recipe! Anyone can make this straightforward and delicious sauce without fancy or expensive fermentation kits.  Let us show you how! We’ll take you through the process. Step…

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    How to Bake Without an Oven [Cheap Ways to Bake Cookies and Cake to Perfection!]

    How to bake without an oven – Whether you want to try something new or your oven is temporarily out of order, you’ll be amazed at the different ways to bake without an oven! Baking using a gas or electric…

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    Can You Eat Potato Leaves [Tip: We Don’t Recommend It! Here’s Why]

    The potato plant is a nightshade family member that produces edible tubers. Some people are curious about whether or not potato leaves are edible.  So – can you eat potato leaves? Or – are they poisonous?  Let’s find out in…

  • beer bratwursts in fluffy buns with sauerkraut

    10+ Best Sides for Brats [Good Side Dishes for Bratwurst!]

    The summer is finally here! Long days, warm nights – and more time to enjoy life and each other’s company. One of everyone’s favorite ways to spend a summer night with friends in the backyard is to pluck weeds. And…

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    How to Roast Chestnuts on an Open Fire [Step by Step]

    Roasted chestnuts are a delightful treat at any time of year! Although for many homesteaders, they are something we only eat over the holiday season. Luckily, chestnut trees grow in abundance where I live, so we’re frequently roasting them on…

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    What to Serve With Sliders at a Party [12 Yummy Side Dishes!]

    Cheeseburger sliders are one of the best ways to spruce up your backyard barbeques or holiday get-togethers. Since they’re so tiny and delicious – experimenting with sliders is also a ton of fun! When paired with a few choice side…

  • fermented tomatoes and garlic jar

    7 Best Fermented Tomatoes Recipes! Homemade DIY

    Naturally fermented foods are a healthier option for you to consume because of the way you preserve them. Your gut will be thankful that you consume fermented foods because it will receive an abundance of healthy probiotics, which are live microorganisms…

  • spooky veggies pumpkins for halloween

    8 Spooky Fruit and Veggie Snacks for Your Pantry or Party!

    We love autumn, the harvest, the fall – plus the ghoulish gourds that go along with this time of year! And since Halloween 2021 is swiftly approaching – we’re seeking the best spooky fruits and veggies to help us celebrate. We’ve come up with…

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    19 of the Best Homemade Elderberry Syrup Recipes

    Ah, the mighty elderberry. Is there a plant more useful in your medicine cabinet? Not only can it not be struck by lightning, but it has been one of the most revered herbs throughout the ages – so much so…

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    61+ Best Dehydrator Recipes for Jerky, Fruit, Vegetables, and More

    A dehydrator is one of your most versatile kitchen appliances, as you’ll see in this list of the best dehydrator recipes! You can dehydrate pretty much anything, from fruits to vegetables, meat to mushrooms, even cheese, and eggs! Food dehydrators…

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