As the year wraps up, I'm excited to reflect on and share with you the most popular and meaningful blog posts in the garden, farm, home, and kitchen.
From growing beautiful tomatoes and luscious blueberries to exploring the joys of raising geese, guineas, and donkeys. You’ll also find tips for clever household solutions like using citrus and mint leaves and making delicious recipes.
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Whether you’re hosting loved ones or want to enjoy a sweet treat this holiday season, these recipes are perfect for adding a little extra sweetness to your celebrations. From the crunch of pistachio-pomegranate chocolate bark to the creaminess of a chocolate orange tart, there’s something for every dessert lover!
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This rustic apple galette is perfect for family gatherings, chilly evenings, or when you just want to treat yourself to something special without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether entertaining or simply indulging, this apple galette will bring cozy vibes to your table. Served with homemade caramel sauce, it is simply delicious!
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Thanksgiving table decorating ideas that are nature-inspired, easy, budget-friendly, and oh-so- pretty!
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My favorite pumpkin pie recipe, made with homemade pumpkin puree and nestled in a flaky, golden pie crust. It’s got all the familiar fall spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice, and a hint of vanilla. This pie delivers everything we love about autumn in every bite!
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A good mulch layer can transform your garden, protect your plants, and make a big difference. It offers so many benefits and can even make your garden look polished and inviting.
Let's dig into why you should mulch, the different types, and how to apply it effectively.
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Whether you have basil, thyme, rosemary, mint, or any other herb growing in your garden, there’s a method to save it—and, believe me, it’s worth it! Preserving herbs is a great way to enjoy them long into winter. Here’s how to preserve 8 different kinds of herbs!
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From soft pumpkin chocolate chip cookies to fluffy pumpkin pancakes, these recipes are full of that warm, spicy pumpkin flavor we all love. There’s even a savory twist with a pumpkin hummus recipe that’s sure to be a hit at your next gathering!
So, grab a can of pumpkin puree (or make your own!) and let’s dive into these fall-inspired treats.
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Pears are in peak season during the fall and winter, making them an ideal base for this flavorful dish. This simple yet delicious canning recipe—Cinnamon-Spiced Pears in Apple Juice—is a perfect treat for the colder months and holiday season!
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Sage is one of those unsung heroes of the herb garden. It’s tough, versatile, and a perennial. Sage is an excellent choice if you’re just starting your herb-growing journey or looking to expand your garden. Whether you’ve got a sprawling backyard or just a few pots on a balcony, here is my guide to growing sage successfully!
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Beekeeping has been an incredible journey so far for us! When we first started out, we had a lot to learn (and we still do!). In this intro to beekeeping, I walk you through some key things we've discovered about beekeeping—why you should keep bees, what hive life looks like, and what it takes to be a good beekeeper!
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Whether you're planning a cozy family breakfast, a festive gathering, or just looking to add a little sweetness to your meals, apples are the versatile stars of so many delicious dishes. This round-up of yummy apple recipes will help you embrace the flavors of fall in the most delicious and healthy ways, whether you’re baking, sautéing, or tossing them into a salad!
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Thyme is an incredibly versatile, perennial, evergreen herb that's easy to grow and adds wonderful flavor to your cooking. In this blog post, I share everything I've learned about growing thyme, from why you should grow it to caring for thyme after planting!
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If you're ready to embark on this apple orchard planting adventure and anticipate abundant fruit for you and your family, this blog will dive deep into the essentials of growing apple trees. From choosing the best varieties to managing pests and diseases and everything in between. Let's start growing apples!
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Thanks to a few tricks we have mastered over the years, we have been able to harvest luscious, healthy blueberries for several seasons now. If you’re ready to grow your own blueberries, keep reading for all our tips on how to grow blueberries successfully!
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This fig jam canning recipe is very easy and only requires 5 main ingredients. The result is a rich, sweet jam with a deep purple-reddish hue that's as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, growing marigolds from seed is very easy and rewarding. They bring a splash of sunshine to your garden while offering various benefits beyond their beauty. In this post, I'll walk you through everything you need to know about growing marigolds—from the different types to the best planting practices, and tips on caring for these lovely flowers!
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Fig trees can successfully grow in zones 5-11 if you follow a few basic guidelines. Let me take you through the process of growing figs —from learning about these fantastic fruits to how to plant and care for them to the thrill of harvesting your very own figs!
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Growing sugar snap peas is incredibly rewarding! They are versatile in the kitchen, easy to grow, and relatively low-maintenance. And since they are a cool-season crop, they can be planted early in the season, providing one of the year's first harvests or late in summer for a fall crop. Let me share my experience growing sugar snap peas, from planting to harvesting, so you can also grow your own!
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Since living out on the farm, we are not too close to grocery shops and sometimes need to buy in bulk. I also can a lot of the produce from our garden to enjoy in the off-season. For these reasons I need to store our bulk food and canned goods appropriately to ensure it stays fresh and safe to eat for a long time.
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