Before my garden is fully planted I take a soil test. I try to do this every couple of years. It gives me an idea as to what nutrients my garden is lacking and also will tell me how to correct any deficiencies. Since I live in Vermont I can have a soil test doneContinue reading “My Garden: Soil Testing”
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Recipe Box: Amazing Overnight Waffles
Today’s recipe is another family favorite. If you haven’t tried amazing overnight waffles you’ve been missing an awesome treat! I love this simple recipe; you mix up the majority of the ingredients the night before. In the morning you add the butter and an egg and the mix is ready to be turned into deliciousContinue reading “Recipe Box: Amazing Overnight Waffles”
Prudent Pantry: The Pantry Game
Today I want to mention a fantastic cookbook that can help you to use all those wonderful items you have stored in your pantry. We have the link to this book in our Home Front Store. Just click on the link on the right side of the page and you will find the link. TheContinue reading “Prudent Pantry: The Pantry Game”
My Garden: Homemade Seed Tape
We’re having a cold, dreary day here in Vermont. It’s been raining on and off and I’ve even noticed a few snow flurries. Not the day to be working outside. Instead I have an inside project. I’m sure you’ve seen the seed tape they sell in catalogs. Designed to help you plant those very smallContinue reading “My Garden: Homemade Seed Tape”
Recipe Box: Broccoli Chips
Several weeks ago I shared a recipe for Kale chips. My husband and I enjoyed these so much I wondered if there were other vegetable chips I could make at home. After a bit of searching I found a recipe for Broccoli Chips on KeepItSimple.com.. I decided to give it a try. First time aroundContinue reading “Recipe Box: Broccoli Chips”
My Pantry: Identifying and Preventing Pantry Pests
As we work on having a well-stocked and organized pantry it is also important to have a pest free pantry. The last thing you want to find is a bug in your oats! Finding bugs isn’t unusual because bugs like what we eat. Stored foods commonly infested include flour, cereals, cracked grains, baking mixes andContinue reading “My Pantry: Identifying and Preventing Pantry Pests”
My Garden: April Update
Spring comes slowly to Vermont. We often have snow in April but this year we’ve had much warmer weather. I’m anxious to get out in the garden but we’re still having temperatures well below freezing at night. I have planted some lettuce, spinach and parsley and as soon as we get the composted manure allContinue reading “My Garden: April Update”
Frugal Tips: Cleaning Your Microwave
I try to stay on top of my microwave and when I heat things up I usually use a cover of some sort. However sometimes I end up with a dirty microwave in need of cleaning! I found this method of cleaning my microwave to be very easy. It’s a simple as microwaving a cupContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Cleaning Your Microwave”
Prudent Pantry: Taking Inventory
You’ve set up your pantry and it is now well stocked. How do you keep track of what food you have on hand? It’s important to know what you have in your pantry so you don’t end up with food that is not going to be eaten. There are many different forms available online forContinue reading “Prudent Pantry: Taking Inventory”
My Garden: An Inspiring Way to Store your Produce
I often run out of room to store my fresh produce. Or I put it away in a drawer and forget that I have it on hand. This video was so inspiring, what a creative way to store your food![hana-code-insert name=’Storing Produce’ /]
Nancy on the Home Front 