by Texas Homesteader ~ As many of you know, recently I had to bring a mama cow into the barn recently. We had to milk out one of her quads since her newborn calf neglected it long enough for it to get very large. I didn’t want to risk her getting mastitis. And the longer […]
by Texas Homesteader ~ Everyone loves deviled eggs. But add a little spicy pico de gallo and you’ve got deviled eggs with a KICK! Check out today’s Homestead Hack for ramping up the flavor of plain deviled eggs.
by Texas Homesteader ~ *affiliate link Well, garden season is in full swing in NE Texas. It’s the season all gardeners have been dreaming about for weeks. Much work has gone into planning, seed-buying and dreaming. One of the things I still needed for my garden was plant markers. I’d love to have an easy […]
by Texas Homesteader ~ Y’all already know we split the garden area this year. About 40% of that area became the chicken ranging area and the other 60% remained my veggie garden, but more efficiently arranged. I love the symbiotic relationship of chickens/garden. I’m hoping the chickens will keep grass scratched away from the adjoining […]
by Texas Homesteader ~ Repurposing a plastic lid as a cutting board has a couple of benefits – using something I’ve already got handy and keeping those veggie juices corralled. You know my battle cry: “Use Whatcha Got!”. Check it out, y’all!
by Texas Homesteader ~ Now that we have free-range hens again I’m using up those fresh eggs in many various ways. RancherMan loves for me to boil them up & have them for him in the fridge ready for a quick high-protein snack. And I’ve been making Egg Salad Sandwich Spread to replace his traditional […]
by Texas Homesteader ~ When baking bread I’d often stop and ask myself “Was that 4 cups of flour or 5 that I just dumped into the bowl?” But NO MORE! Check out this simple measurement reminder Homestead Hack.
by Texas Homesteader ~ When you have a painting project, each day means you’re cleaning brushes and reusing them day after day. I’ve found an easier way. See how we preserve brushes to resume painting at a later date – you’re gonna love this!