Our Farm Blog
Read below for some homegrown, local food inspiration plus a little bit of the farm life….
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Learning to Eat Frog Legs–Reframing Picky Eating
Picky eating is stressful. Here’s tip to try. Reframe “picky eating” to “learning to eat.” If you grew up in the “Clear your plate!” club or the “Eat 2 More Bites” battle, this mindset shift will be a challenge. Ask Aaron about baked potatoes growing up. He “had” to eat to clear his plate because…
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Stress at the Dinner Table and Picky Eating
A dear friend came by for eggs and asked, “What do you do about picky eating?” Picky eating is a tricky topic. It can be from texture issues, jaw strength, tastes preferences…. I listened to Wellnesss Mama podcast and learned a new reason that made me stop and think: Stress! Children today are stressed out…
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Simply Make Your Own Broth
When it comes to nourishing foods, there’s one powerhouse that deserves more attention in your kitchen: homemade chicken broth. But here’s something you need to know: commercial chicken broth is nowhere near the same as homemade broth—and it won’t deliver the same health benefits. Today, I’m going to show you the difference and help you…
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Savory Drumstick Chicken Chili
The drumstick isn’t just for kids, nor is it only for fried chicken. Like chicken thighs or breasts, the drumstick is versatile and can be cooked in different ways. Today, I’ll show you how I prepare it for a delicious soup. Here’s the trick: Start by sautéing the drumsticks with onions and a little oil.…
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Craft or Click: Hen-tastic Gifts Await
Need a practical, thoughtful, tried and true quality gift? Here’s what I have made or used as a homesteader for your hen-pecked (handpicked) inspiration. D-I-Y CRAFTS CLICK and BUY The items are from my 2024 shopping carts. Wal-mart Online and Amazon are my go to for shipping. If you know better, please let me know!…
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How to Use Onion Peels, Carrot tops, Celery Hearts, Etc.
It feels bad when you know you probably could do something with your food scraps. Yet, especially if you live in a neighborhood or if you have raccoons, you may just not want to keep a compost pile–it’s not for everyone. I can’t for various reasons. I want to challenge you to try keeping a “Homemade Broth”…
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