You probably heard of the permaculture technique known as ‘sheet mulching’. An on-the-spot composting solution, sheet mulching seems like a convenient way to compost without as much hard labor as building compost piles. However, there […]
This is just so good on a cold winter night. Cognac and coffee were made for each other. Print Recipe Coffee with Cognac The addition of Cognac lends a completely new spectrum of flavors to […]
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If you have ever tasted a homegrown tomato, you likely already know how much more flavorful it is than a store-bought tomato. And it’s not just your imagination playing tricks on you. Homegrown produce does […]
For a delicious homemade chili, you will need: 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 lbs. of Ground beef 2 lbs. of bulk sweet Italian sausage One 8 oz. can of Black beans, rinsed One 8 oz. […]
Chickens are not a bird of flight per say. They can get a little lift to escape the chicken run. They can also manage to get up in a tree to roost. Being able to […]
Porridge is filling, nourishing, and warm and comforting on a cold winter morning. Or a cold winter evening for that matter. Who says it can’t be served for dinner. Porridge has been eaten in one […]
Homesteading can bring with it a lot of unique challenges. It’s not all fun and roses and even a rose has thorns. When those days come along and one of us is struggling with depression, […]
Alright, the asparagus seeds grew and the plants are thriving… now what?!
Getting your flock of chickens and ducks ready for winter is essential to not just their egg laying, but their overall health and protection from predators. While chickens and most poultry birds have a higher […]
Learning how to make bark bread will not only provide a sustainable substitute for conventional flour, but will also infuse some vital nutrients into your survival diet. We’ll be talking about pine bark and birch […]
According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, around 42 million Americans suffer from constipation. The causes of constipation vary, but the reasons for this frustrating illness are usually all about […]
If you’ve been lurking around the web for homesteading advice, I’m willing to bet you’ve heard about The Prairie Homestead. The blog is run by Jill Winger, who was kind enough to answer my interview […]
American Traditions and Pride in our History Lemonade has been drunk in America since at least the 1600’s as a simple blend of lemons, water, and sugar. Lemonade is a summer tradition, and along with […]
Hey everyone, Dan here. Unfortunately, someone on facebook tricked me into taking ownership of our facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/NewLifeonaHomestead/?ref=br_tf&epa=SEARCH_BOX Not because I’m gullible, far from it, but because of one of Facebook’s new features, business page […]
Raising sheep is a fun and rewarding way to add life to your homestead – as well as to expand your bottom line. Sheep don’t require a ton of pasture space, and are docile, good-natured […]
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