I recently learned about Chuño: The Incan Secret to Potato Immortality while doing some research for my reference book, “Neanderthals in the Kitchen”, so I’m going to share the fascinating information I learned with you today. Have you ever Read more…
The best thing my dehydrator has done for me all year is helping me discover buttermilk powder! Yep. I’ve discovered that buttermilk powder isn’t just a way to stop wasting buttermilk, but it’s an absolute necessity in my kitchen. Read more…
The WAPI Wonder: Your Tiny Water Savior for Camping and Crises Alright, my self-sufficient superstars, gather ’round. We’re talking about the WAPI today. No, it’s not a new dance move or a high tech gadget. WAPI stands for Water Pasteurization Read more…
What if you find yourself staring at a barrel of water that’s been sitting around for a couple of years or a stream that looks more like murky tea than something drinkable and it’s time to use it? Are you Read more…
I use taco seasoning all the time. I use it in chili, burritos, and lettuce wraps in addition to tacos. I hate buying the pre-packaged stuff though because of the MSG, thickeners, and dyes and all of the other garbage Read more…
Hold onto your blenders, smoothie enthusiasts! Are you ready to embark on a protein-packed adventure that’ll make your muscles flex and your wallet breathe a sigh of relief? Forget those overpriced, underwhelming store-bought protein powders that taste like the dust Read more…
Bark-ocalypse Now: Prepping Your Pooch for When the Fur Hits the Fan Calling all fellow dog lovers and preparedness enthusiasts! We all know that when disaster strikes, we need to be ready to grab our bug-out bags and head Read more…
Whey: The Liquid Gold That’ll Make You Say “No Whey!” Hopefully you’ve experienced the joy of making your own cheese or yogurt. If you have, you no doubt have found yourself with a bunch of whey leftover. Well if Read more…
Cheesecloth: The Unsung Hero of Your Kitchen (And Beyond!) Ladies and gentlemen, gather ’round for a tale of culinary magic and DIY prowess! Today, we’re diving into the world of cheesecloth – that humble, gauzy fabric that’s about to revolutionize Read more…
Cheese, Glorious Cheese: The Ultimate Self-Sufficiency Skill You Never Knew You Needed Imagine pulling a warm, stretchy ball of mozzarella from a pot in your very own kitchen. No, you haven’t accidentally wandered into an Italian bistro – this is Read more…