You and I have two things in common. Thing #1: We both go grocery shopping. Thing #2: We both throw away a good chunk of our groceries. The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) found that 40% of food in the U.S. goes uneaten. A large portion of this is from consumers wasting … [Read more...] about 12 Mind Blowing Food Hacks that Keep Everyday Groceries Fresh (and Why)
Long Term Food Storage Ideas: Beans
Do you have a long-term food store for your family? Long-term food storage is one of the easiest ways to prepare for any kind of emergency, such as a bug-out, weather emergency, or even for weeks when you may not be able to get to the grocery store - such as during a long illness or after having a … [Read more...] about Long Term Food Storage Ideas: Beans
Prepper Pantry: How to Store Food
Growing your own food is a great way to save money and be less dependent on commercial grocery stores, but as we all know each crop has its season. When crops are growing, there’s an abundance of fresh, nutritious food to keep your family fed — but what do we do once the season ends? Learning how … [Read more...] about Prepper Pantry: How to Store Food
Delicious Almond Butter Cookie & Pie-Crust Recipe
Got allergies? My family does. Dogs, cats, grass, trees, you name it and someone is allergic. That includes peanuts, so I can't cook peanut butter cookies. This caused me a great deal of consternation since I love a good peanut butter cookie, but after much trial-and-error, I've decided … [Read more...] about Delicious Almond Butter Cookie & Pie-Crust Recipe
How to Store Dehydrated Vegetables: Preserving Food’s Goodness
It takes a lot of work to dehydrate vegetables. Finding just the right veggies that are both at their peak of ripeness, and in perfect condition, is just the first step. Then: cleaning, washing, and slicing into the right thickness before drying in the correct temperature for just the right amount … [Read more...] about How to Store Dehydrated Vegetables: Preserving Food’s Goodness