Once a day milking

By Patrice Lewis Issue #99 • May/June, 2006 It sounds bucolic, doesn't it? The simple joys of milking your own cow. Fresh milk, fresh cream, homemade cheese, butter, yogurt. What can get better than that? But when...

Redworm farming

By Charles Sanders Issue #112 • July/August, 2008 If you are looking for a way to earn extra income, a retirement job, or even a new livelihood, then raising earthworms might just be the thing. This...

Next time you see me, don’t be afraid to say, ‘Hello.’

By John Silveira January 29, 2000 Mom and Dad were divorced before I even turned four, so it didn't dawn on me they'd even been married until I was a lot older. But, as I grew...

Grouse Hunting — The Ultimate Joy of Autumn

By Linda Gabris Issue #83 • September/October, 2003 Nothing instills such excitement or makes my heart flutter louder than the sudden whir of a flushed out grouse. No matter how many times I've heard it, the...

Small engine maintenance for women

By Michelle Richards Issue #24 • November/December, 1993 How many small engines do you have on your homestead? I counted mine the other day and came up with eight. These engines help me live a simple...

With commonsense planning, you can survive hard times

By Jackie Clay Issue #55 • January/February, 1999 Today, many people are afraid that hard times are about to descend upon us because of the Y2K computer date problem, also known as the Millennium Bug. Others...

Ribeye Steak with Chianti Sauce

Recipe of the Week  Ribeye Steak with Chianti Sauce  Courtesy of Ellen Lancer  Ingredients 4 boneless ribeye steaks 2 Tablespoons peanut oil Salt and pepper 1 Cup Chianti 1/2 Cup beef stock 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 Tablespoon shallots,...

Turkey Tetrazzini

Recipe of the Week  Turkey Tetrazzini  Courtesy of Katie O'Leary  Ingredients 2-1/2 cups cooked pasta 1-1/2 cups leftover turkey, chopped 1 cup Milk 1 cup Chicken Broth 1/2 cup shredded Swiss Cheese 1/3 cup chopped Onion 1/3 cup fresh sliced Mushrooms 1/4 cup each flour 1/4...

The art of living in small spaces

<!-- The art of living in small spaces By Claire Wolfe -->By Claire Wolfe Issue #92 • March/April, 2005 Long ago, I read that to live in the country you must have the soul of a poet, the dedication...

Baked chili relleno casserole

Recipe of the Week  Baked chili relleno casserole  Courtesy of Nathele Graham   You'll find this recipe and over 400 more in Backwoods Home Cooking.Click Here Ingredients 1 8-oz. can whole green chilies 1/2 lb. jack cheese 4 eggs, separated 4 Tbsp. melted butter Sauce: 1...

Apple-Mango Scallops

Recipe of the Week  Apple-Mango Scallops  Courtesy of Oliver Del Signore  Ingredients 1 pound sea Scallops 2 firm, tart Apples 1 medium Onion 1 ripe Mango 2 Tablesppons Olive Oil 2 Tablespoons Butter Juice of one fresh Lemon Salt & Pepper Method Rinse scallops and set aside. to...

Blueberry wine jam

Recipe of the Week  Blueberry wine jam  Courtesy of Jan Cook   You'll find this recipe and over 400 more in Backwoods Home Cooking.Click Here Ingredients 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen blueberries, unsweetened 4 cups sugar 2 cups berry wine 2 Tbsp. frozen orange...

Sweet potato pudding

Recipe of the Week  Sweet potato pudding  Courtesy of Larry Cywin   You'll find this recipe and over 400 more in Backwoods Home Cooking.Click Here Ingredients 6 medium sweet potatoes 1 cup milk 1 cup sugar 3 eggs 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. cinnamon Method Peel the...

Stuffed Eggplant

Recipe of the Week  Stuffed Eggplant  Courtesy of Skylar Gillam  Ingredients 4 large eggplants 1/4 cup oil 12 ounces ground pork 12 ounces ground beef 3 egg yolks 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoons breadcrumbs,...

Two beans and wild asparagus salad

Recipe of the Week  Two beans and wild asparagus salad  Courtesy of Jackie Clay   You'll find this recipe and over 400 more in Backwoods Home Cooking.Click Here Ingredients 1/2 cup cut wax beans 1/2 cup canned red kidney beans or other...

Fermented dill pickles

Recipe of the Week  Fermented dill pickles  Courtesy of Olivia Miller   You'll find this recipe and over 400 more in Backwoods Home Cooking.Click Here Ingredients 50-60 smooth small cucumbers 1 oz. whole mixed spices dill 1 lb. pure salt 1 gallon water 1 pint cider...