Pan Seared Venison Backstraps with Mushroom Risotto and Asparagus
It’s always a treat when we get venison on our table, and especially when it is the prized backstraps. I have to thank my good friend Aaron for this wonderful gift. It took me a…
Peach Cobbler + Wonton Cup Appetizers
Nothing really quite says southern like a nice juicy peach. This iconic southern dessert is probably my all time favorite, and it is really simple to make. For this recipe I use canned peaches (for…
Homestead Concept Designing with Chief Architect – Part 1
I came across Chief Architect Software when I was looking around for a program to design blueprints. I tried several free programs online and some trial versions of others. Nothing seems to give me exactly…
Gathering and Drying Rose Hips
The past few days have been cold and frigid in PA, today warmed up to 50 so I made the most of it and took a hike. While I was out I came across some…
Fried Okra with Habanero Mustard Sauce
Originating from Africa, okra is a strange delicacy that is related to cotton and hibiscus. It can be a fruitful plant, especially in warmer growing climates. Many people shy away from okra because of its…
Take 2 – Video Editors
I installed several open-source and free video editing programs to see which one had the best features, and had an easy learning curve. The two runner ups that had the most promise were OpenShot Video…
Simple Mango Kombucha
This is a great starter flavor for the mango lovers out there. See our post on bottling, to bottle your Kombucha
Cranberry, Grapefruit, Hibiscus, and Rosehip Kombucha
Did someone say tart, tangy and floral? Find dried herbs here or here See our post on bottling, to bottle your Kombucha
Rosemary, Rosehip and Sage Kombucha Recipe
One of the first experimental herbs flavored Kombucha Recipes that we tried, and it was wonderful, refreshing and different from most of the fruity flavors we made before. It is important to note that when…
Mint & Lime Kombucha
This refreshing Mojito inspired Kombucha is defiantly a summertime hit, or great for a Taco Night. See our post on bottling, to bottle your Kombucha
