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  • Canning,  Food Preservation,  Jams & Jellies,  Water Bath Canning

    How to Rebatch Jelly That Didn’t Set Properly

    November 2, 2024 / 5 Comments

    If you need to rebatch jelly because it didn’t set, you’re not alone! I’ve been there too—frustrated when my low-sugar grape jelly refused to gel. All I wanted was a homemade jelly with less sugar, but it didn’t happen the first few times. Those kitchen mistakes, however, became a valuable lesson. Now, I’m sharing exactly how to rebatch jelly that…

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    Samantha
  • Natural Living

    5 Essential Nontoxic Swaps for a More Nontoxic Home

    October 20, 2024 / 2 Comments

    There’s no doubt that nontoxic living is “in” right now and for good reason! We all hear about the negative side effects of microplastics, fragrances, and packaged foods. I hope this will inspire you to make a few Nontoxic Swaps. It can be so overwhelming to try to tackle everything and switch your whole life around though. I would argue…

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    Samantha
  • unsweetened applesauce
    Canning,  Food Preservation,  Fruit Preserves & Pie Fillings,  Water Bath Canning

    Make & Preserve Unsweetened Applesauce: A How To Guide

    October 7, 2024 / 3 Comments

    Applesauce is a staple in our house, and today I’ll show you how to make and preserve unsweetened applesauce. I love mine with cottage cheese, and my daughters eat it with their lunch several times a week. It’s one of those simple, wholesome sides that never gets old. The first time I made applesauce, I couldn’t believe how easy it…

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    Samantha
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    Easy Raspberry Crumble: A Delightful Dessert for Every Occasion

    September 29, 2024 / No Comments

    Raspberry crumble is an easy and delicious recipe you can enjoy fresh during raspberry season or any time of year with store-bought or frozen raspberries. Use whatever kind of raspberries you have on hand; my favorite is black raspberries. If you’ve been around our blog for a little while, you’ll know I’m a little obsessed with my crumble recipe, and…

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    Samantha
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    How To Make Bar Soap Last Longer: 4 Tips For Proper Storage And Usage to Save you Money

    September 15, 2024 / No Comments

    There are a few ways to make natural Bar Soap Last Longer between uses. Let’s face it, high-quality soap made with high-quality organic ingredients is pricey. You want to make it last as long as possible and get all those nutritious ingredients onto your skin, not down the drain. Check out these simple tips and tricks to lengthen the life…

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    Samantha
  • diced onions
    Canned Vegetables,  Canning,  Food Preservation,  Pressure Canning

    How to Pressure Can Diced Onions for Long-Lasting Flavor

    September 9, 2024 / 7 Comments

    There are a few different ways to preserve onions. If you don’t have a lot of space to keep whole onions throughout the winter or extra freezer space to keep frozen onions, consider Canned Diced Onions! This year, we had a GREAT crop of onions and decided to try canning! We froze a lot of diced onions and wanted to…

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    Samantha
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    Essential Oils For Tallow Soap: Unlock Their Luxurious Benefits And Uses

    September 1, 2024 / 2 Comments

    Essential Oils for Soap enhance the beneficial properties of the oils used and align with a more natural and holistic approach to skincare. We love to use essential oils for their luxurious aroma and other beneficial properties. Essential oils can play a big part in the healing and well-being of your skin. Discover some of our favorite oils to use…

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    Samantha
  • elderberry syrup
    Canning,  Medicinal Herbal Remedies,  Natural Living

    Elderberry Syrup Recipe: Make It Once, Use It All Winter

    August 26, 2024 / 6 Comments

    Elderberry syrup is one of my go-to herbal remedies for cold and flu season, and I make it every year.It’s packed with immune-supporting goodness, comes together with just a few ingredients, and gives me peace of mind knowing what’s actually in it. Whether I’m pouring a spoonful for sniffly kiddos or tucking away jars for winter, this syrup is a…

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    Samantha
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    The Ultimate Simple Rhubarb Pie Recipe: Classic and Delicious

    August 18, 2024 / 1 Comment

    We’re a big fan of simple rhubarb pie and missed it a lot when we lived on the east and west coasts of the US. Little did we know, rhubarb is a Midwest thing, and I couldn’t find it in other areas! I’ve shared several other rhubarb recipes that I LOVE to make during fresh rhubarb season and then with…

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    Samantha
  • Canning,  Food Preservation,  Pressure Canning,  Water Bath Canning

    3 Important Reasons to STOP Storing Canning Jars With Rings

    August 14, 2024 / 5 Comments

    I know it seems kind of weird and your jars might look a little naked but there are a few important reasons to be storing canning jars WITHOUT the rings. This extra step is worth it for your family’s safety and piece of mind. If you’re looking for some canning recipes you’re in the right place! Check out my Black…

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    Samantha
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