While hoards of people are out on Black Friday, scoring sweet deals and getting the jump on Christmas shopping, my sweet deal is in the kitchen, dreaming up ways to makeover the leftover Thanksgiving turkey. Kind of a weird - I know. But, I am owning it because leftovers makeovers are my ... READ the POST
My Composting Quest – Getting Started
It is really sandy here. I know, I know – we live in the Sandhills. But, we have seriously got a supersized sandbox situation sitting directly where my garden is slated to go next spring. Long story short, our sandbox garden needs some organic matter to help my veggies thrive come ... READ the POST
3 Brilliant Ways to Get More From Your Pumpkin Decor
Pretty much since the end of September, my social newsfeeds have been filled with front steps adorned with pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. Jack o' lanterns have been periodically popping up and smiling back at me as I scroll through Instagram and Facebook. The pumpkins - they're everywhere, ... READ the POST
CropMobster – Empowering Communities to Transform Food Waste
So, it’s been a week or twelve since I’ve offered up any fresh Food Saver Friday tips… And, that is kind of embarrassing to admit. Anyhow, last time we talked about food preservation and this week – this week we’re discussing a unique organization known as CropMobster. CropMobster - Empowering ... READ the POST
A Quick Guide to Food Preservation – Part 2
Building upon what was prefaced last time, this Food Saver Friday we are going more in-depth on which foods are best suited for each preservation method and some simple techniques to set you up for preservation perfection. A Quick Guide to Food Preservation – Part 2 Preserving is really and truly ... READ the POST
A Quick Guide to Food Preservation – Part 1
This Food Saver Friday we are talking food preservation, which is like food storage but different. Preservation is food storage for the long-term, you know - canning, dehydrating, and freezing. A Quick Guide to Food Preservation - Part 1 My mom, and my Ball Blue Book® Guide to ... READ the POST
