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Seasonal Chicken Chores for Northern Homesteaders

Chores are a never-ending task on the homestead, but that’s not always a bad thing! I actually enjoy the different chores associated with each month of raising chickens on the homestead. Seasonal chores will vary depending on what region you live in and what your seasonal weather patterns are for...

Dairy-free Spinach Skillet Frittata

I’ll admit, I had my doubts about a spinach skillet frittata. Initially I was trying a sweet potato crusted spinach frittata recipe that my mom made. It tasted so good I just had to make my own variation! This dairy-free spinach skillet frittata blew me away! I thought anything that...

Should I Buy Chicks from Breeders or Hatcheries?

Should I buy chicks from breeders or hatcheries? As a homesteader, you may find yourself asking this question. Even if you haven’t asked yourself this question, it is a good question to consider when deciding where to source your homestead flock from. While both sources have their advantages, there are...

Perfect Pan-Seared Venison Steaks

Wild game, especially venison, is a staple in my house. Which means, when it comes to fixing dinner, you have to know how to cook all different cuts of venison. Thankfully, I had the best teacher (my dad) and have been slowly acquiring wild game cooking skills. These perfect pan-seared...

Grain-free Fudge Pie (nut free)

Grain-free fudge pie is the perfect pie for chocolate lovers! Even if you don’t qualify yourself as a chocolate lover (like myself), you will still love this pie, just like I do! It truly tastes like fudge and has a delicious fudgy texture! I love that this pie is made...

6 Best Chicken Breeds for the Homestead

There are literally hundreds of chicken breeds to choose from! When it comes to choosing the best chicken breeds for the homestead, there are a few factors to consider in order for your flock to be productive and fulfill the role as a homestead flock. While many of these breeds...