Tips For Planting A Fall Garden To Extend The Growing Season

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

Planting a fall garden is a rewarding way to extend your vegetable garden’s growing season. With cooler weather & fewer pests, it promises to be a more enjoyable experience as well.

You’ve enjoyed the spring garden, and you’ve harvested from your summer garden too. But you can extend your harvest more if you plan for and plant a fall garden! 

How and why to plant a Fall Garden - benefits, planting zones, raised bed recommendations, etc. #TexasHomesteader

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Sizzle & Stir: Creating Mouthwatering Sauteed Vegetables From Garden Bounty

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

Sauteed vegetables are a feast for the senses, bursting with flavor & nutrients. I use fresh garden veggies to quickly make a delicious colorful & healthy accompaniment to our supper plates.

Sauteed garden vegetables an easy, healthy delicious side for supper. #TexasHomesteader

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Healthier Strawberry Ice Cream Alternative Using Frozen Bananas & Strawberries

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

A frozen treat is a delightful way to cool down on a hot day. The combination of frozen bananas and strawberries provides a boost of vitamins, antioxidants and fiber making it a healthy snack option too.

When it’s hot outside I make this cheap, healthy, gluten-free frozen sweet treat. It’s a much healthier version of ice cream. 

Frozen banana and strawberry healthier ice cream substitute - NICEcream! #TexasHomesteader

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Creating a Vibrant Pollinator Garden: A Guide to Transforming Your Outdoor Space

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

June is National Pollinators Month! Are you looking to add a splash of color and vibrancy to your outdoor space while also helping to support the essential work of pollinators? Look no further than creating a beautiful pollinator garden!

How to Plan and Plant a Pollinator Garden in your Own Yard. #TexasHomesteader

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5 Frugal Things We Did To Save Money This Week: Grocery Budget, Feeding Birds, Parties & More!

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

It’s true, if you keep your eyes open there are always easy ways to save money. Take this week for example, we saved money everywhere from hosting a party to getting a shepherd’s hook for FREE. Come see the 5 easy ways we saved money this week.

Come see this week's 5 frugal things to save money. #TexasHomesteader

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