Easiest Homemade Banana Pudding Recipe – A True Southern Treat!

 by Texas Homesteader ~ Banana pudding is a homestead favorite and it’s so easy! I use my vanilla pudding recipe and add bananas & wafers to  turn plain vanilla pudding into banana pudding greatness.  Banana pudding is a quick & easy comfort food for sure. And when it’s homemade? Well it doesn’t get any better […]

Roasted Chickpeas In Air Fryer or Oven – A Crunchy, Salty, Savory Snack

by Texas Homesteader ~  These simple Air Fryer Roasted Chickpeas make a crunchy, salty, savory snack in minutes! All you need is a can of chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans), some olive oil and a handful of savory spices. Eating chickpeas offers not only fiber and protein but iron, zinc, vitamin B6 & much […]

13 Quick Inexpensive Last-Minute Homemade Gift Ideas

by Texas Homesteader ~  Do you need a fast, simple but inexpensive gift idea? No worries, I’m sharing a fun list here. Everything from a cute Santa sleigh made completely with  candy, to a fun way to present cash – and everything in between. Fast & inexpensive for gifts for children, neighbors, co-workers, groups and […]

Empowered Living: Building A Life You LOVE With Your Own Two Hands

by Texas Homesteader ~  Wouldn’t it be great to build a truly unique life with your own two hands? I used to just swim with the flow of life, going where the tide carried me. But then I decided there must be much more to life. I didn’t want to just take it as it […]

The Secret To Making Your Own Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix: Just Mix & Serve!

by Texas Homesteader ~  Did you know you could actually make your own gluten free mix-n-serve no-cook instant chocolate pudding mix??! Well believe it because it’s really true! But there’s a simple trick to it… Don’t worry, it’s easy!