Milk kefir is a fermented food or beverage that has the consistency and taste similar to yogurt. It is also very nutritious and boasts a number of medicinal benefits that range from soothing digestive issues to boosting the immune system. It is loaded with good bacteria as well as a range of vitamins and minerals that …
Wheat and rice can be stored for decades under the right circumstances, and both products provide essential nutrients and carbohydrates. However, there are some things to consider while calculating how much you will need and how the supplies should be prepared and stored. Here’s a brief summary of what you need to know in order to …
How to make Civil War type “Hardtack.” Many a Civil War soldier depended on “hardtack” to keep him in the fight. Hardtack was a thick and hard “cracker-type” of biscuit make with flour, water and salt. It was known to be so hard and tough that only by soaking it in water, coffee or frying …
Sprouting is an easy and economical way to grow highly nutritional greens for your plate no matter where you live or what time of year it is. WHEAT, WILD RICE and SEEDS are SUPER nutritional, high yield, easy to store space savers POWERHO– USES. Sprouting Wheat Place wheat berries in a quart-size sprouting jar or other sprouting container. Fill with water, cover …
Catfish are a hearty species that don’t need a lot of care and maintenance in order to thrive. This is one of the reasons that they make the perfect choice for backyard fish farming. Catfish are also very meaty, nutritious and easy to prepare. Let’s take a look at a simple way that you can raise …
Building and using a chicken incubator is one of the best ways to promote a productive hatch, and it doesn’t take a lot of time, effort or material to create one. All you need is a container, light and heat to create an environment that is ideal for producing a successful batch of chicks. Below is a …
Cast iron is one of the most durable and long-lasting material out there, but it is also one of the most corrosive. Following a few simple steps during each use can reduce or eliminate the need to treat and restore oxidized items. Let’s take a look at some common suggestions and you can start to put them into …
Fire-roasted fish is one of the most delicious ways to cook your catch out in the field. However, there are some things that you can do to make the process easier and more efficient. Let’s look at a few things that can help you to turn your next catch into a meal with minimal effort while reducing the …
Loading up on cans of beef stock or bullion cubes is one way to ensure that you have enough to compliment your food stockpile. However, it can be expensive and many commercial products also contain additives and preservatives. Follow the recipe below and see how you can easily make your own stock through the course of normal cooking. This …
Cutting fresh herbs and then drying them is not a complicated process. However, it’s important to be mindful of a few things in order to ensure that they remain as fresh as possible while preventing the formation of mold or other impurities. Follow the simple steps outlined below, and you can have a steady supply of herbs on hand …
