Simple, satisfying bites made from scratch. Whether you’re prepping for a gathering or need a wholesome nibble between meals, these recipes are perfect for sharing and snacking.
On our homestead, roasted garlic is a kitchen staple. We spread it on homemade bread, mix it into mashed potatoes, or stir it into soups and sauces for that deep, earthy flavor only slow roasting can deliver. If you’ve ever grown your own garlic or picked up a bundle from the farmers market, roasting it […]
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These buttery soft pretzel bites are a delicious go-to treat. Warm from the oven, with a soft, chewy texture and a crisp golden crust. On the homestead, there’s something extra satisfying about making your own snacks from scratch. Whether you serve them with spicy mustard, a creamy cheese sauce, or even a little cinnamon sugar,
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These homemade cheddar cheese crackers are one of those little wins—a crunchy, cheesy, satisfying snack. The whole family loves these little bites. Around our homestead, we’re always looking for ways to trade store-bought staples for homemade versions that use simple ingredients and taste even better. Whether you’re packing snacks for a road trip, or
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We’ll cover three easy methods to dehydrate apples using a food dehydrator, oven, and air fryer. It’s a great way to preserve fresh apples for long-term storage while creating a delicious and healthy snack. Whether you have an abundance of homegrown apples from your fruit trees or just want to make homemade apple chips, drying
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Every fall, we roast pumpkin seeds. It has become a cherished family tradition every Halloween, turning pumpkin carving into a full fall experience. After cleaning out a fresh pumpkin, especially a sugar or pie pumpkin, it’s so satisfying to turn the mass of seeds into a tasty, crunchy snack. With a few simple steps, you
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When the crisp autumn air rolls in, nothing beats the satisfaction of turning a bushel of apples into homemade applesauce. On the farm, apple-picking was always a family tradition. The apple trees were scattered throughout our 200 acres. But we knew where to find them. We’d head out to the apple orchards, and by the
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This beet pickle recipe is a refrigerator pickle or quick pickle recipe. Unlike pickles processed in a water bath canner, these won’t last as long but are much quicker and easier to make. You won’t need to sterilize jars, prepare a water bath, or wait weeks to enjoy them. These beet pickles are ready to
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