Finally got the starters planted and the ones I had to buy. What’s everyone else’s garden looking like? Excited for anything? We happened to find the peppers they use in Tabasco sauce and my oldest son and I are going to attempt to make some.

Hi Megan or any other homesteaders in the community….my husband just bought a huge bag of beef fat from our local butcher… he wants to make tallow…. I remember when I was young my mom would render the pork fat down for lard… she would do it in the oven on low heat… but for the tallow… we were told to cut it in small pieces and cook it on low on the stove and strain it … we want our own fat for cooking etc… Thank you for any responses…

Ingredients - 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade) - 5 eggs - 1 cup milk or cream - 1 cup shredded cheese - 4–5 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled - ¼–½ onion, diced - Salt and pepper Instructions 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. Cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble. In the same pan, sauté the diced onion in a small amount of bacon fat until soft and lightly golden. 3. Mix the Eggs in a bowl, whisk togethe until fully combined. 4. Place your pie crust into a pie dish. Add: - Cooked bacon - Sautéed onions - Shredded cheese Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top 5. Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the center is just set.(It should have a slight jiggle but not be liquid.) Notes - Do not overbake — this keeps the quiche soft and creamy - Easily adaptable — swap bacon for ham, add vegetables, or change the cheese - Great for using up what you already have in the fridge

Canning is definitely a staple in our home, I couldn't imagine life without being able to run to the pantry to grab a can of tomato sauce or corn for that nights dinner. With all the things I can it's hard to think of a favorite, however if I had to choose just one thing it would definitely be bone broth. I use at least 2 cans a day and definitely can't live without it. What about you guys? What are your favorite things to can and consume, or what is something you just can't live without in your pantry?

Unfortunately I have to cancel tomorrow's live, coffee with a homesteader, I have to go to stupid work😫 I work a seasonal job and I'm not supposed to go back till March but hey need me and I could use the money. I'll keep you posted as I may do another live earlier next week.