The author bids farewell to Canada as they prepare to return home, sharing a recipe for homemade chicken stock before leaving. They emphasize the benefits of homemade stock over store-bought options, providing an easy-to-follow recipe and tips for achieving optimal flavor. The post concludes with a teaser for their upcoming content from Tasmania.
The Vandemonian Homesteader shares a simple jam recipe and a brief history of jam-making. With only three ingredients, the recipe seems easy, but attention to detail is crucial. Sterilized containers and the wrinkle test ensure a successful batch. The post promises a special anniversary reflection in the next update.
The post discusses the author's plans for summer in Vancouver, their thoughts on knife sharpening, and the benefits of maintaining a sharp knife. It covers three methods of sharpening knives and details how to use a whetstone. The author emphasizes the importance of knife safety and care.
This post provides a detailed guide on how to deconstruct a chicken to save money and create versatile meat and stock. It emphasizes the convenience and cost-effectiveness of this approach, offering step-by-step instructions and safety tips. The author encourages readers to experiment and apply the method to other types of meat.
The post discusses the importance of kitchen skills for homesteaders and city dwellers, as well as the basics of pantry organization, food storage, and essential kitchen utensils and equipment. It emphasizes the significance of developing cooking skills and maintaining a well-stocked pantry. The upcoming posts will cover practical kitchen skills.
The post describes the author's love for baking bread at home and highlights the benefits of homemade bread, such as control over ingredients and cost-effectiveness. The simple recipe is shared along with tips for variations. Baking bread is presented as a rewarding and enjoyable experience with a final encouragement to give it a try.
The Vandemonian homesteader recently resumed an experiment with raspberries and blueberries, washing some while leaving others unwashed. After nearly two weeks, both sets showed signs of aging, though neither appeared significantly better than the other. The experiment's inconclusive results prompt a plan for further testing.
The content discusses a method for extending the shelf life of berries using a vinegar solution. It outlines the process of making and using the solution, and plans to compare the results with untreated berries in a future update. This method may help preserve berries for longer.
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