Tag: growing your own food
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On a cool November morning, I pulled my late autumn harvest vegetables from the damp soil—beets, carrots, leeks, kale, chickweed, even a small Hokkaido pumpkin. In their quiet colors and minerals, I felt the steady strength of nutrient-dense winter vegetables. This story shares what they carry, what they teach, and why these cold-season crops nourish…
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Emma still remembers how Frida once smiled at her bubbling pot of berries:“The fruits know their way. Let the heat work for you – not the spoon.” That line stuck. Because it’s true: you don’t need a fancy machine to enjoy homemade berry juice. If you’ve ever wondered how to juice without a juicer, here’s…
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Frida always stood between berry bushes and simmering pots in the summer. She used to say, “When you preserve fruit, you also preserve time.” Back then it sounded like an old saying. Today I know she was right. Preserving food is not only about storage—it is about care, memory, and resilience. This new series Homestead…
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Cheap and easy quinoa vegetable stew with carrots, leek and potato – a budget-friendly, vegetarian one-pot recipe for meal prep and leftover veggies.
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Try this authentic Spanish tortilla recipe – a budget-friendly Spanish food classic made with potatoes, onions, and eggs. Perfect for meal prep, easy dinners, or a healthy snack.
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Emma still remembers Frida shelling beans on the porch one summer evening.“Beans are food for the patient,” she used to say. “They grow slowly, but they give strength that lasts.” This high protein vegetarian stuffed summer squash recipe is just that – nourishing, budget-friendly, and deeply satisfying. It proves that you don’t need meat to…
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If you’re looking for a comforting yet light meal, this Stuffed Summer Squash – Healthy Dinner Recipe on a Budget is the perfect choice. Filled with a hearty mix of ground beef and mushrooms, it’s a flavorful way to turn simple summer squash (also known as pattypan squash) into a family-friendly dinner. By replacing half…
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Homemade apple cider vinegar is one of the quiet treasures of slow living. You don’t need special equipment, complicated recipes, or additives – just apples (Malus domestica), clean water, and a little patience. It’s a beautiful example of fermentation at home, where nature does the work while we simply guide it with a wooden spoon.…
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There’s something deeply reassuring about green asparagus in spring. It’s crisp, clean, and grounding. In Frida’s garden, asparagus wasn’t just food. It was part of the seasonal rhythm, part of what kept the body in balance after a long winter. I didn’t think much of it as a child. But now, with each year of…
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Start your homesteading journey with tomatoes, kale, and raw vegetables. Grow calm through small garden rituals that support relaxation and mental health.