Frugally Sustainable
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This time of year, if you live anywhere in the Southwestern part of the US from Southern Kansas down through Texas and over to Southern California, you may begin to notice your local mesquite trees heavy laden with fruit that strongly resembles a bean pod or some type of legume. Not only are these …
Many of us recognize and acknowledge the benefits of growing our own food. Yet factors such as time, money, space, know-how, and limited resources make maintaining a home garden a less than practical option for everyone. Luckily there are a few really good alternatives that can help supply us and our families with fresh produce throughout this season of harvest. Gardening Alternatives 1. …
Raisins are dried grapes, this we know. Making raisins from fresh grapes involves only one small step, yet — if you’re like me — few of us have ever tried the process at home. This year, since we are experiencing somewhat of a bumper crop of grapes coming from our tiny backyard vineyard, the children and I decided it would …
I have a new love in my life…spiced grape butter! Not only is it extremely simple to make, but it’s loaded with flavor and versatility. These days we’re enjoying this wonderful summer condiment it in our yogurt, smoothies, and sandwiches. So gather your grapes, a few spices, and a couple canning jars! Spiced Grape Butter Ingredients -8 …
Grapes are an excellent fruit and grow fairly easy in a variety of climates…they really are perfect for any size backyard. Now in our third season of growing grapes, we are finally reaping an abundant harvest of beautiful fruit. The vines of our two little plants are heavy with ripening purple grapes. And you know what that means…my mind …
Combining two passions in my life — my children and backpacking — has always been a desire of mine. And after much planning, a few weekends ago we set out on our very first family backpacking trip — 2 year old and all! By no means would I consider us experts in the field of backpacking with …
