In: RECIPES, SIDE DISHES

Grits are an easy starchy side for most meals. When I am out of potatoes and rice just won’t do, grits is my go-to. Plus, the leftovers! One batch just keeps on giving. They easily stretch out my grocery bill. Read More →

In: BEEF, FIELD NOTES

Summer is our busiest time on the farm as you can imagine. As we wrap up our homeschool curriculum, new calves are being born, the garden needs constant tending and weeding, and hours of cooking in the kitchen to feed this hard working growing crew.Read More →

In: INSTANT POT, RECIPES

Do you want to learn more about make the most out of your food budget? Or, are you new to Instant Pot cooking and want to learn more about what it can do? I make use of the Instant Pot to make simple chicken broth that you can keep on hand for all your cooking needs.Read More →

In: BEEF

I will highlight two types of beef cattle farm models that we have used. One model, involves buying new feeder calves every year and raising them until they are finished (i.e., ready for processing). The second model is about keeping a cow and her calf, then finishing the calf. I will provide an overview as well as the pros and cons, from our perspective.Read More →