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Here on Mama’s Homestead, we talk and write about homesteading, homekeeping, and homeschooling. We teach our kids about survival, self-sufficiency, beekeeping, orchard care, gardening (vegetable, herb, flower), harvesting, cooking, food preservation, livestock, nature, sewing, handicrafts, homesteading tools and wares, and more…

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Coconut Milk Ice Cream
Homemade, Ice Cream, In the Kitchen

“A Scoop of Heaven” Coconut Milk Ice Cream

July 31, 2014

I made this coconut milk ice cream recipe using some farm fresh ingredients. I asked my family to taste it and help me name it. My daughter tasted it and immediately said “Oh wow, it’s like a scoop of heaven.” So, that’s what I named it.

by Nelle 
3 Comments
Homemade Pumpkin Coconut Milk Ice Cream
Homemade, Ice Cream, In the Kitchen

Coconut Milk Pumpkin Ice Cream with Chocolate Chips and Pecans

July 30, 2014

Pumpkin Ice Cream sounded delicious to me, but I can’t have dairy. So, I made this recipe with coconut milk. Plus, I added a few farm fresh extras and made Homemade Pumpkin Coconut Milk Ice Cream with Chocolate Chips and Pecans made with maple syrup. It turned out delicious.

by Nelle 
7 Comments
Homemade Pumpkin Ice Cream
Homemade, Ice Cream, In the Kitchen

Homemade Pumpkin Ice Cream

July 30, 2014

My husband loves pretty much anything made with pumpkin, but he has never found a pumpkin ice cream he liked…until now. I made this Homemade Pumpkin Ice cream Recipe by modifying my basic homemade vanilla ice cream recipe. It is delicious.

by Nelle 
2 Comments
Homemade, In the Kitchen, Salads and Side Dishes

Mama’s Cheesy Zucchini Bake

July 30, 2014

This recipe is was shared with me by a sweet friend I used to got to church with. It was originally made with American cheese (It was delicious.). I am a big advocate of a more natural diet and farm-fresh ingredients. Over the years, I’ve modified it, ALOT! So, here is my version of Cheesy Zucchini Bake.

by Nelle 
2 Comments
Making Syrup for Canning Fruit
Canning, Canning High-Acid Foods, Canning Low-Acid Foods, Food Preservation, Homekeeping, Homemade, In the Kitchen, Kitchen Skills

Making Syrup for Canning Fruit

July 30, 2014

Making syrup for canning fruit is a pretty simple task. You can make it as sweet or not sweet as you like. You may also choose to can fruit with unsweetened fruit juice or just plain water, if you prefer.

by Nelle 
4 Comments
Zucchini Bread Slice
Homemade, In the Kitchen, Quick Breads and Muffins

Mama’s Zucchini Bread

July 22, 2014

I have been using this zucchini bread recipe for as long as I can remember. It’s super moist and full of flavor. Add chocolate chips or your favorite chopped nuts for a different taste.

by Nelle 
3 Comments
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Welcome to my homestead!

Hello, I'm Nelle Weaver!
I grew up on a small farm in Ohio and experienced various aspects of homesteading. I learned many skills from my grandparents and parents and from being involved in 4-H and FFA.  
My husband and I write about our simple life here on Mama's Homestead and teach classes on our homestead in central Ohio, where we raise goats, chickens, and rabbits, have an orchard, garden, keep bees, and much more. Read More…

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  • Mango Fruit Leather
    Mango Fruit Leather

    Mango fruit leather has turned out to be one of my kids' favorites. The sugar is totally optional, but it makes it much sweeter and cuts the tartness. Read more →

  • Lemon Lime Soda Jelly
    Lemon Lime Soda Jelly

    This Lemon Lime Soda Jelly is delicious. I added a fresh lemon and a fresh l fresh lime to the mix to give it a rich, tangy flavor. It will make you pucker, a little. Read more →

  • Cream Soda Jelly
    Cream Soda Jelly

    Cream soda...do you like yours red or amber colored? I chose the amber colored version for my cream soda jelly. I like the flavor better. Plus, I added a teaspoon of vanilla, just for added vanilla goodness. Read more →

  • Homestead Beef Jerky
    Homestead Beef Jerky

    This beef jerky recipe has been used in our family for many years. I love the flavor. It tastes like it was dried over a wood fire. We have also used this recipe for venison. Read more →

  • Grape Soda Jelly
    Grape Soda Jelly

    Up next, Grape Soda Jelly. I think this would probably be my sister's favorite soda. She loves all things purple. This soda jelly, surprisingly tastes a lot like regular grape jelly you would buy at the grocery store. Read more →

  • Orange Soda Jelly
    Orange Soda Jelly

    I remember growing up, this was one of my favorite flavors of soda, plus orange was my favorite color. I added orange juice to my orange soda jelly recipe to give it a tiny bit of healthfulness and add to the orange flavor. Read more →

  • Homemade Noodles
    Homemade Noodles

    When I was growing up, my mom made homemade noodles and cook them in homemade chicken broth. This was such a tasty treat. The store bought kind do not even come close. Read more →

Mama’s Homestead Posts

  • Mango Fruit Leather December 2, 2014
  • Lemon Lime Soda Jelly November 18, 2014
  • Cream Soda Jelly November 17, 2014
  • Homestead Beef Jerky November 17, 2014
  • Grape Soda Jelly November 12, 2014
  • Orange Soda Jelly November 12, 2014
  • Homemade Noodles November 12, 2014

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