Since we are discussing yeast-leavened dough this week, I thought it would be incomplete without mentioning Pirozhki. I'm not sure what the English equivalent is for these delicious, versatile buns with various fillings —maybe hand pies? If you know the term, please let us know in the ...
Oma’s Plum Platz Recipe (German Plum Cake)
I almost forgot about Oma's Plum Platz recipe until my cousin called, excitedly telling me she and her sister had visited our aunt and were served the family plum Platz. Plums hold a special place in my memories, and as I’ve mentioned before, I even grow a plum tree in my garden because it shares ...
Whole Grain Dinner Buns Recipe (Vegan)
Homemade, freshly baked whole-grain dinner buns are a real treat. I first learned to make buns from my mom. However, hers were not whole grain. So I started to twist the recipe and created my own. For years, I used the same recipe that became famous as Anna Rolls. After we began eating a ...
Fermented Baby Carrots or Carrot Sticks
When it comes to preserving carrots, fermenting them might not be the first option that comes to mind. While carrot pickles are well known, if you enjoy them, you will likely love fermented baby carrots or carrot sticks even more. Right after harvesting, I usually sort the carrots by size. ...
Fermenting is Simple – Learn the Basics
Here at Northern Homestead, we love fermented foods. We love them because they are delicious, healthy, and simple to make. It is a great way to preserve the harvest. Learn the basics of fermenting fruit and vegetables at home. There is a whole science to how fruit and vegetables get ...
Pressure Canning Potatoes the Raw Pack or Hot Pack Method
Pressure canning potatoes using the easy Raw Pack method does not come from a book (See update below). It was developed over the years to see what works best. It is the simplest way to pressure-can potatoes there is, and, in my humble opinion, the best. Of course, I would say so, right? ...
Canned Zucchini Spread (Ikra) Recipe
The Canned Zucchini Spread (Ikra) recipe was mentioned in the Dozen ways to preserve zucchini post. I was not sure what to call it: spread, relish, or condiment? Zucchini Ikra is a delicious end-of-season preserve. Put those veggies into a jar for months to come. There are so many uses for Ikra: A ...
Yellow Split Pea Stew Recipe
The yellow split pea stew recipe is a great dish for busy times. Either make ahead for a weekend and have a big pot full of filling goodness ready for mealtimes, or serve in different versions on weekdays. One day at the grocery store in an Asian alley, I was looking for yellow split peas. I ...
Preparing the Garden for Winter in a Cold Climate
Preparing the garden for winter in a cold climate is essential for the soil and perennial plants. Since we are in Zone 3, winter temperatures can drop to -40 degrees. Although this extreme cold doesn't happen often in our area, it can occur after a warm spell, when most snow has melted. Therefore, ...
Preparing the Greenhouse for Winter
Preparing the greenhouse for winter is as important as preparing the garden. However, it still is different. If you have been following our blog, you know we built a Geodesic Dome greenhouse ourselves. There are multiple ways to prepare a greenhouse, regardless of its size or shape; here are some ...
