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Top 14 Posts of 2014

Top 14 Posts of 2014

Posted on December 29, 2014January 3, 2018 by Mindie

It has been a whirlwind of a year here at the (mis)Adventures. It is hard to believe 2014 is already coming to a close. He

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What Mom Never Told You About Mice In Your House

What Mom Never Told You About Mice In Your House

Posted on December 23, 2014January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Only dirty people have mice, right? WRONG. Growing up we lived in the country, and ever fall, the cooler temps signaled the coming of the

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Homestead52 Comments on What Mom Never Told You About Mice In Your House
Everything But The Kitchen Sink!

Everything But The Kitchen Sink!

Posted on December 19, 2014January 3, 2018 by Mindie

One of the things I love about fermenting is, you can do just about everything but the kitchen sink! You are not limited to one

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Fermentation Friday, fermenting, Recipes22 Comments on Everything But The Kitchen Sink!
Heartworm Is On The Rise. What you need to know…

Heartworm Is On The Rise. What you need to know…

Posted on December 16, 2014April 9, 2018 by Mindie

Our family rescued a young dog last year, Heidi. She is a beautiful lab mastiff mix, who in her short 10 months prior to us

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged critter, Homestead26 Comments on Heartworm Is On The Rise. What you need to know…
Spicy Red Pepper Carrot Sticks Will Change Your Life!

Spicy Red Pepper Carrot Sticks Will Change Your Life!

Posted on December 13, 2014January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Okay, I know, you read the title and went, “how can carrot sticks change my life?!?!” I will admit, they will not make you rich,

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Fermentation Friday, fermenting, Recipes32 Comments on Spicy Red Pepper Carrot Sticks Will Change Your Life!
Alaskan Sourdough Pancakes

Alaskan Sourdough Pancakes

Posted on December 9, 2014April 9, 2019 by Mindie

When it comes to breakfast, nothing beats farm fresh eggs, homemade bacon and pancakes. But not all pancakes are created the same…. Around here, the

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Posted in RecipesTagged Recipes22 Comments on Alaskan Sourdough Pancakes
Organic, Heirloom, Non-GMO Seed Giveaway From Mary’s Heirloom Seeds

Organic, Heirloom, Non-GMO Seed Giveaway From Mary’s Heirloom Seeds

Posted on December 7, 2014January 3, 2018 by Mindie

One of the great things about blogging, it the amazing folks you meet…. Like Mary over at Mary’s Heirloom Seeds. I am so excited she asked

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Giveaway
Old Fashioned Brine Fermented Pickles

Old Fashioned Brine Fermented Pickles

Posted on December 5, 2014January 3, 2018 by Mindie

This week on Fermentation Friday, we are going to knock out some old fashioned brine fermented pickles, just like grandma used to make!! Not only

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Fermentation Friday, fermenting, Recipes24 Comments on Old Fashioned Brine Fermented Pickles
Baking Soda Vs. Baking Powder

Baking Soda Vs. Baking Powder

Posted on December 2, 2014April 26, 2019 by Mindie

If you bake often enough, you will notice that some recipes call for baking soda, while others ask for baking powder. Both are  leavening agents

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Posted in RecipesTagged Homestead, Recipes26 Comments on Baking Soda Vs. Baking Powder
Salt + Cabbage = Kraut, Why Salt is Important

Salt + Cabbage = Kraut, Why Salt is Important

Posted on November 28, 2014February 27, 2018 by Mindie

Last week on Fermentation Friday we talked about What is Fermented Food and why you would want to eat it. This week we are going to learn

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Posted in Fermenting, RecipesTagged fermenting, Fermentools, Recipes68 Comments on Salt + Cabbage = Kraut, Why Salt is Important
Thanksgiving Blog Break

Thanksgiving Blog Break

Posted on November 26, 2014January 3, 2018 by Mindie

I know this time of year everyone is super busy, making, baking, and entertaining. Our family is no different. I apologize that there will be

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Cornucopia Dinner Rolls

Cornucopia Dinner Rolls

Posted on November 23, 2014November 1, 2019 by Mindie

Thanksgiving is fast approaching, like just a few days away. Ever year I make my homemade bread and people love it! They have actually come

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Posted in RecipesTagged Recipes, Thanksgiving15 Comments on Cornucopia Dinner Rolls
What Is Food Fermentation?

What Is Food Fermentation?

Posted on November 21, 2014January 3, 2018 by Mindie

At some point, I think all homesteaders come across the topic of fermentation. And while it can be used for food preservation, it tends to

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Fermentation Friday, fermenting, Fermentools, Products, Review12 Comments on What Is Food Fermentation?
The Art Of Wildlife Tracking

The Art Of Wildlife Tracking

Posted on November 19, 2014January 3, 2018 by Mindie

In this fast passed, modern life, sometimes being observant about nature takes a backseat. “Tracking” is a skill that is a fading art, but a

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Homestead12 Comments on The Art Of Wildlife Tracking
Turkey Cupcakes You’ll Gobble Up!

Turkey Cupcakes You’ll Gobble Up!

Posted on November 16, 2014January 3, 2018 by Mindie

In 4H this year, the oldest country kid has taken up a new project, cake decorating. He is so creative and really enjoys making cute

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Fall, Recipes, Thanksgiving29 Comments on Turkey Cupcakes You’ll Gobble Up!
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