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My Favorite Nontoxic Slow Cooker: A Homestead Must-Have

If you’ve been following along for a while, you know I’m passionate about real food, clean living, and tools that support a sustainable lifestyle. So when I say I’ve found the perfect nontoxic slow cooker, I mean it.

Easy Grass-Fed Smoked Brisket

Easy Grass-Fed Smoked Brisket: A Foolproof Recipe for Mouthwatering Flavor There’s nothing quite like the rich, smoky flavor of Easy Grass-Fed Smoked Brisket.

How to Make Chicken Back Bone Broth

Chicken Back Bone Broth: The Most Economical Way to Enjoy Local Pastured Chicken Friends, if I could whisper one real-food secret into your ear, it would be this: start with a humble package of chicken backs. Also known as chicken frames, they’re the best-kept secret for stretching your food budget while boosting your nutrition—and I’m here…

No-Brine Smoked Turkey

No-Brine Smoked Turkey: Crispy, Flavorful, and Oh-So-Easy If you love the idea of a juicy, flavorful turkey but don’t want to deal with the hassle of brining, let me introduce you to the magic of No-Brine Smoked Turkey.

Fermented Garlic Scape Pickles

Fermented Garlic Scape Pickles: A Simple, Flavorful Way to Preserve Garlic Scapes Garlic scapes are one of the best-kept secrets of the garden. These curly green shoots appear in late spring or early summer, offering a mild garlic flavor with a hint of sweetness. If you grow garlic, harvesting scapes is essential for encouraging larger…

Homemade Garlic Scape Powder (Dehydrated Garlic Scapes)

Homemade Garlic Scape Powder: A Simple Way to Preserve Spring’s Bounty

Creamy Gluten Free Pasta Salad with Veggies

Creamy Gluten Free Pasta Salad with Veggies: A Picnic-Perfect Delight This Creamy Gluten Free Pasta Salad with Veggies is a keepsake in my kitchen—a gluten-free, veggie-packed dish with a deliciously creamy sauce that transforms any picnic or potluck into a tasteful celebration.

Paleo Bacon Broccoli Salad

Paleo Bacon Broccoli Salad: A Summer Staple There are certain dishes that just scream summer. You know what I mean—the ones that show up at every backyard cookout, picnic, and potluck, disappearing faster than you can say “pass the serving spoon.” This Paleo Bacon Broccoli Salad is one of those dishes.

Creamy Paleo Broccoli Slaw

Creamy Paleo Broccoli Slaw: A Fun Twist on Classic Coleslaw Looking for a fresh, crunchy, and totally delicious side dish that’s gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and packed with flavor? This Creamy Paleo Broccoli Slaw is the answer!

Adventures in Nashville: Fun Things to Do in Music City

Adventures in Nashville: Music, Nature, and Southern Charm Nashville has a magic all its own—the heartbeat of country music, the hum of a bustling downtown, and the serenity of nature nestled just beyond the city’s bright lights. Over the years, Greg and I—both with and without the boys—have enjoyed some unforgettable adventures in Nashville, from…