Blog — Harvest Homesteaders

Cast Iron Cooking: The Pros and Cons of Using a Cast Iron Sheet Pan in Your Oven

Any serious cooking enthusiast is always on the lookout for tools that give an edge to their culinary creations. One of these versatile and most loved tools is a cast iron sheet pan. Constructed to be strong and a good retainer of heat, a cast iron sheet pan offers quite a different cooking experience. Just like any tool in the kitchen, there are its pros and cons. In this post, we'll take an in-depth look at the pros and cons of cooking with a cast iron sheet pan in your oven. Let's see if this heavyweight champ is worthy of a spot in your kitchen.

Home+FoodCollin GuernseyAugust 1, 2024Cast Iron, Sheet Pan, Oven CookingComment

Crafting Comfort: DIY Fire Starters for Cozy Evenings

There's something undeniably comforting about the crackling of a warm fire on a cold evening. Whether you're camping under the stars or simply enjoying a cozy night at home, having reliable fire starters on hand can make all the difference. While there are many commercial options available, why not try your hand at crafting your own? With just a few simple materials – toilet paper rolls, dryer lint, and candles – you can create homemade fire starters that are both effective and eco-friendly.

Home+Food, Essentials, HomesteadingCollin GuernseyFebruary 13, 2024Fire Starter, Firestarters, DIY, FirestarterComment

Mastering the Art of Egg Peeling: Tried and True Techniques for Perfectly Peeled Hard-Boiled Eggs

Hard-boiled eggs are a versatile and nutritious snack, perfect for salads, sandwiches, or a quick and easy protein boost. However, the frustration of peeling hard-boiled eggs can sometimes overshadow the joy of enjoying them. We've all been there—peeling an egg only to find chunks of white sticking stubbornly to the shell. But fear not! In this blog, we'll explore various techniques to help you achieve perfectly peeled hard-boiled eggs every time.

Chickens, Home+FoodCollin GuernseyNovember 22, 2023Hard Boiled Eggs, Peeling EggsComment

Unleashing the Power of Nature: The Nutrient-Rich Wonder of Acorn Flour

Unlocking a world of nutrient-rich possibilities in homesteading and sustainable living requires investigating conventional and unusual food sources. Acorn flour is an undiscovered treasure found in nature; it's a healthy and adaptable substitute for regular flour. Join us below, together we'll explore the nutritional advantages of acorn flour and find inventive ways to use this natural gem in your homesteading kitchen.

Home+FoodCollin GuernseyNovember 15, 2023Acorn Flour, FlourComment

Benefits of Cooking with Cast Iron

The homesteader's tool: cast iron cookware. Several things come to mind when thinking of homesteader must-haves. The item at the top of the list is cast iron cookware. It is easy to see why so many love to use their cast iron skillet as the farm-to-table vessel. Here are just seven benefits of cooking with cast iron.

Home+FoodAnna SnyderAugust 3, 2023Cast IronComment

3 burger seasonings you probably have in your pantry

Home+FoodCollin GuernseyAugust 14, 2019Burger, Seasoning, Pantry, Salt, Pepper, Italian Seasoning, GarlicComment

When Should I Start Brushing My Baby's Teeth? | 15 Moms Share Their Answers

This is a common question for many parents. When should I actually start brushing my child’s teeth? And the answer certainly ranges, but 6 months seems like a good time to start! Brushing their gums isn’t a bad idea either!

Health, Home+FoodCollin GuernseyMay 16, 2018Tooth Brush, Teeth, Brushing Teeth, Baby's Teeth, Baby Teeth, MomsComment

4 Basic Family Recipes That Will Leave You Delighted

We love food, plain and simple. Food is the core of our family gatherings; it is the three times or more per day that we all celebrate tastes and flavors and it is something we enjoy passing down through our families. So you know in advance, these recipes are not family secrets, they are just recipes that we got from our grandma, parents or some other family relative.

Home+Food, FamilyCollin GuernseyApril 3, 2018Basic Recipes, Basic Family Recipes, Family FoopdComment

3 Tasty and Fun Ways to Make Super Bowl LII Sunday Great

Family, Home+FoodCollin GuernseyJanuary 30, 2018Super Bowl, Snacks, Super Bowl LII, Appetizer, Spicy Sausage and Cheese Dip Appetizer, Games, Moon RocksComment

Mighty Nest | The Kitchen and Home Gift That Keeps On Giving

Home+Food, EssentialsMolly GuernseyJanuary 25, 2018Might Nest, MightyFix, MightyNest, Wool Dryer Balls, Bee's Wrap, Reusable Produce Bags, Organic Tidy Dish ClothsComment

The 14 Day Challenge of 10 Minute Cleaning and Organizing Projects

Home+FoodCollin GuernseyJanuary 9, 2018Cleaning, Parenting, Organizing Comments

Meal Planning in the New Year

With the New Year often comes New Year’s resolutions. I’m not much for resolutions, but I like to use the new year as a time to think of some goals that I could achieve for myself throughout the upcoming year. One goal that I want to focus on this year is meal planning. Meal planning is something that I love to do, but often times I don’t do it enough and we end up eating out more often than I would like to.