Growing and Eating with the Seasons
Sweet Potatoes are a rewarding crop to grow in the garden. Each plant can grow an average of 10 pounds of nutritious, filling food while only taking a few square feet of garden space. I highly recommend this crop for both beginners and experienced gardeners alike in growing areas that allow for it. History of... The post How to grow Sweet Potatoes | Everything You Need to Know appeared first on…
The best way to get started with prepping is to think about likely disasters or hardships that could happen and arm yourself with knowledge, physical health, on the job training, and the supplies needed to overcome those problems with ease. We’ve always approached it in a practical way and it has served us very well.... The post How to Start Prepping | 15 steps to get started appeared first on The…
Knowing the stages of potato growth is so helpful to growing the best potatoes. It will help you know what to watch for, the best time to hill them up and later to harvest them, and can help you fine tune your watering and fertilization. Below you’ll find the stages of potato growth with pictures... The post Potato Plant Growth Lifecycle: 5 Stages (with Pictures) appeared first on The Seasonal…
Potatoes are one of the best crops to grow for beginners. They are filled with nutrients, fun to harvest, store for a long time, don’t take much space, and are versatile for cooking all kinds of things. Starting with Seed Potatoes One of the most critical parts of growing potatoes is starting with good “Seed... The post Growing Potatoes for Beginners appeared first on The Seasonal Homestead .
These multigrain pancakes are super healthy, high in fiber and protein, while still being fluffy and soft. Cam used to rave about a multigrain pancake he had at a mountainside bed & breakfast camp during a long hike. I created my own version and he says they are even better! Why You’ll Love This Recipe... The post Multigrain Pancakes (with Flavor Mix-ins!) appeared first on The Seasonal Homestead…
These freezer sweet potato fries are made with whole food ingredients but are still just as convenient store-bought! You can make a bulk batch in an afternoon and have sweet potato fries ready on a moments notice whenever you need them. We love to plant sweet potatoes in the garden! We start them by growing... The post Freezer Sweet Potato Fries appeared first on The Seasonal Homestead .
This blueberry lemon jam recipe is packed with fruity flavor and is low sugar. We use Pomona’s Pectin to get the jam to set quickly with low sugar but if you don’t have it, you can make this without added pectin too. Our whole family loves to eat blueberries in any form! We have a... The post Blueberry Lemon Jam | Low Sugar Recipe appeared first on The Seasonal Homestead .
This simple guide will help you grow tomatoes from seeds with confidence. After nearly 20 years of growing tomatoes, I’ve definitely had my fair share of “oh no!” moments and later success with growing them. These tips will help you to be successful even if it’s your first year growing tomatoes from seeds. Why You... The post How to Grow Tomatoes from Seeds appeared first on The Seasonal Homestead…
Building a winter emergency car kit gives incredible peace of mind, especially if you need to drive in winter weather. There are so many possible scenarios where having a few basic helpful items could be lifesaving. I remember reading a few years ago about a 22 year old woman who was driving home in a... The post How to Build a Winter Emergency Car Kit & printable checklist appeared first on The…
This pumpkin and flax seed granola is a spin off of traditional homemade granola that is packed with texture and healthy seeds. Ditch your store-bought cereal with this healthier, real food breakfast. Here’s an article about granola discussing if it’s really good for you or not. I think it’s a no-brainer if you are comparing... The post Pumpkin And Flax Seed Granola appeared first on The Seasonal…