Author: Chelsea
Throughout my years of avid gardening, I have come to learn that the trick to a bountiful garden is nutrient rich soil. Soil health is a complex and intricate science that a person could spend years studying. We have many ways that we help maintain fertile soil in our gardens. Keep reading to learn some … Read more
Introduction To me, making bread is more of a comforting hobby than a task. Kneading the dough by hand can be both therapeutic and satisfying. Does a soft and fluffy slice of bread with melted butter sound delicious? If so, I have the perfect simple six ingredient bread recipe for you. Whether you prefer white … Read more
Squash is one of those vegetables that is very easy to grow and one of my favorites! For the most part, growing squash can be very hands-off if done the proper way. Follow my guide, and you will learn how to sit back and watch your squash seeds grow into squash plants that flourish. Types … Read more
Introduction This fresh tomato soup recipe blender can be made with either roasted fresh tomatoes or canned tomato paste. It has just 5 simple ingredients and has a subtly sweet and creamy flavor. It can be made from start to finish in less than an hour, but tastes like it simmered all day. I won’t … Read more
Tomatoes are a garden vegetable that is very sensitive to the cold. Therefore, growing tomatoes in cooler climates can be a little more tricky than growing them in warmer climates. With 20 years of gardening experience in British Columbia in USDA Garden Zone 3, I have learned some tricks to grow tomatoes in cooler temperatures. … Read
It’s about that time when you are either getting ready to plant your butternut squash seeds or you are trying to use the remaining butternut squash from last year’s harvest. Either way, you are probably wondering how to cook whole butternut squash. Well, I have the perfect recipe for you! Cooking butternut squash as directed … <a title="Candied Holiday Squash – How to Cook Whole Butternut Squash" class="read-more" href="https://littlemountainranch.ca/candied-holiday-squash-how-to-cook-whole-butternut-squash/" aria-label="Read more about Candied Holiday Squash – How to Cook Whole
Do you love coleslaw, but don’t like chopping up cabbage, carrots, and all other ingredients every single time? Why not can a large batch of coleslaw and enjoy it throughout the year with minimal work. Canning coleslaw is very simple and is also done using a water bath canner or a steam canner. Canned Coleslaw … Read more
I don’t know about you, but garlic is one of the vegetables that we use ALL of the time! Garlic has become a staple in my garden and I hope this article will make it a staple in yours as well. I am going to be sharing with you the best garlic growing tips from … Read more
Gardening is such a fun and satisfying hobby! There’s nothing like the feeling of nurturing a seed and watching it grow into a beautiful plant. One of my favorite things to grow in my garden is carrots. It wasn’t always this way, growing carrots used to feel rather tedious, but I’ve learned some things that … Read more
Do you love store-bought kombucha? Well I have news for you, you can make homemade kombucha and save so much money! I don’t make Kombucha in the winter, but as soon as the sun comes out and starts warming things up in the spring, I get a hankering to start up a batch of delicious, … Read more
