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The apple harvest is plentiful this year so we are making applesauce! We grow two varieties on the farm: chestnut & sweet sixteen. You can read up on these MN varieties here: https://mnhardy.umn.edu/apples/varietiesTailor the sweetness, tartness, and spice levels to your personal taste is always…
I had sort of an “ah-hah” moment this week about my tomatoes. After canning over 25 jars of salsa, 10 jars of oven roasted marinara and loads of pizza sauce, it occurred to me that I still had tons off small red tomatoes that I…
I grew up in a German household and then I married a German. SAUERKRAUT MUST BE MADE when the cabbage comes in! Making sauerkraut at home is relatively easy, and it’s a fun process to try if you’re into DIY food projects with tons of…
Raise your hand if your chives are going crazy in the garden. (raised hand here) Chives are one of the first herbs to pop through the ground each spring and are such a tasty treat in salads, on potatoes and as garnish on all the…
Summer salad season is upon us! This quinoa black bean salad is full of flavor and loaded with fresh herbs & vegetables. The Chili-lime dressing is perfect for your summer menu! Use this recipe as a side dish or add grilled chicken to it for…
We just love kale! When kale is in season we love recipes that capitalize on this delicious, crunchy, nutrition packed green! Adding a little grain, protein and depth of color with red quinoa enhances the fresh and earthy flavor of this easy and tasty salad.…
Monster cookies are a household favorite for several reasons: Variety of Ingredients: Monster cookies typically contain a variety of ingredients such as oats, peanut butter, chocolate chips, coconut and M&M candies (sometimes nuts). This combination offers a range of flavors and textures in each bite,…
Homemade broth offers several advantages over store-bought versions, making it a wonderful addition to your pantry. But really, what makes homemade broth so wonderful?? Quality Ingredients: When you make broth at home, you have control over the ingredients you use. You can select high-quality organic…
So now that you have made a wonderful pot of brothy goodness (click here for that post) with all of your vegetable scraps and chicken carcasses, let’s get to the canning part so your broth will be shelf stable and ready for your next recipe.…