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Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Breakfast, Homemade, In the Kitchen

Homemade Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

January 31, 2013

We used to buy instant oatmeal in those little just-add-boiling-water/ or microwaveable packets.

I taught my kids how we made oatmeal when I was a kid. They couldn’t believe the difference in the flavor. The stuff in the packets doesn’t come even close. This is made with real fruit, real sugar, and nothing artificial.

by Nelle 
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Scrambled Egg Casserole
Breakfast, Homemade, In the Kitchen

Scrambled Egg Casserole

February 6, 2012

I always pull out this Scrambled Egg Casserole recipe and make ahead for holidays, a weekend retreat, or Sunday brunch, but it is perfect for any time of the year, especially if you have extra eggs to use up.

by Nelle 
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Breakfast, Cooking with Kids, Homemade, In the Kitchen, Kidsteading

Cooking with Kids, Create Your Own Omelet

January 16, 2012

We rarely get a “fancy” breakfast around our house, because everyone seems to grab something quick and goes on their way.  This omelet recipe gives the kids a chance to slow down a little and think about what they are having for breakfast. It is… [read more]

by Nelle 
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Breakfast, Homemade, Homesteading Classics, In the Kitchen

Mama’s Cornmeal Mush

February 25, 2011

When I was a kid my mom would make us cornmeal mush for breakfast in the morning. She would make us fried mush the next day.

by Nelle 
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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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