Join me as I share a great recipe for making kimchi at home. A delicious and fantastic way to add an extra kick to your meals.
Homemade kimchi
Easy Stewed Plums
Join me as I share an easy recipe for stewed plums that can be used to add a twist to storing and preserving any excess plums you may have.
Blanching 101
a quick guide on how to make your vegetables last even longer.
Seeds from groceries
In Tasmania, waiting until after the Royal Hobart show weekend to plant tomatoes is a tradition due to the risk of frost. The author shares a method of collecting and germinating seeds from grocery items, emphasizing the satisfaction of growing and harvesting one's own seeds.
Take (chicken) stock
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.
A skill worth honing!
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.
Let’s break it down
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.
A Kitchen conversation
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.
Berry Nice!
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.
Vandemonian Homesteader 