by Texas Homesteader ~
Many gardeners or grocery shoppers wonder how to tell when a fresh watermelon is ripe. Luckily there are several indications to let you know when the time is right to pick or buy that perfectly-ripe, sweet, juicy watermelon.
by Texas Homesteader ~
A Voluntary Simplicity lifestyle isn’t about deprivation & sacrifice. It’s not necessarily an EASIER life, but a simpler life. Slowing down, living more deliberately. A life that begs you to stop & smell the roses!
By Texas Homesteader ~
It’s so simple to make my own hamburger buns using this simple honey/oat recipe. Who doesn’t love homemade bread??
by Texas Homesteader ~
Did you know that young, tender luffa is actually edible??!! Yep, it’s a delicious, tender, and surprisingly pest-free substitute for zucchini in the garden.
That’s right, if you harvest your young luffa when they’re only about 5” long they’re very similar in taste and texture to a zucchini squash. No, really!
by Texas Homesteader ~
Applesauce is a staple in my Homestead kitchen. But even though I use it often I don’t buy it, oh no! It’s super easy and nearly effortless to make your own applesauce.
And the lowly slow cooker makes it so easy too. Check it out!
by Texas Homesteader ~
Have you ever heard of breakfast quesadillas? It’s fluffy scrambled eggs, sautéed peppers/onions and melted cheese between a couple of toasted tortillas.
They’re a delicious, inexpensive meal option since eggs are cheap. Come see how I whip them up.
by Texas Homesteader ~
Are you wondering what to do with that garden-fresh spaghetti squash? Make it into cheesy lasagna-style spaghetti squash.
RancherMan will happily eat his vegetables… if I serve it cheesy lasagna style!
by Texas Homesteader ~
Summer is surely here, y’all. It’s HOT outside. So we’re mindful to get as many of our outside chores complete in the early hours as we can. And we take lots of breaks, drink lots of cold water and stay hydrated.
Since our budget is so tight, we’re always on the lookout for doing little things on a regular basis that saves us some money. Are you looking to incorporate some money-saving steps in your own days?
Well here’s 5 frugal things we did this week to save some cold, hard, cash.
