Monthly Archives: November 2009

Very hardy vegetables can be planted four to six weeks before the frost-free date in the spring. Potato tubers and onion sets can be planted. Asparagus, broccoli and cabbage can be planted as transplants. Collards, spinach, peas, lettuce and turnips … Continue reading →

This week Mike & I have been posting ad’s to find some unwanted farmland.  Next year I hope to plant a larger garden and take steps to greater self-sufficiency.   We realize real savings will come from of grid living.  This … Continue reading →

This cake screams sunday morning after church. One homemade white cake batter (or boxed mix with 2 eggs 1 cup of milk 1/4 cup oil) Spread in greased pan Topping: 1 cup brown sugar, 1 cup oats, 1/2 cup flour, … Continue reading →

  Last summer we planted hearbs in pots and saved the seeds for 2010.  A container herb garden will save time and money.

Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey 1 small onion, minced 2 stalks celery, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs 1 egg 1/4 cup milk 1 (10.75 ounce) … Continue reading →