tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87730906645172223022024-02-18T23:55:17.670-05:00LL FarmA splash of HOME, a dash of GARDEN, a sprinkling of RECIPES, all mixed together with some DIY, and a few ANIMALS.LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.comBlogger361125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-59192538130478605132018-02-23T12:18:00.002-05:002018-02-23T12:18:41.635-05:00Blue Eggs from Easter Egger Chickens<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hubby said, "I'd like to have some blue eggs one day". Well, that <i>one day</i> is here!</div>
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I am so egg-cited to tell you that we now get one (and sometimes 2) blue eggs EVERY DAY from our Easter Egger chickens.</div>
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Read more about our excitement <a href="https://www.communitychickens.com/easter-egger-chickens-and-eggs/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #073763;"><b><i>here</i></b></span></a>. </div>
LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-79020660155176361452018-02-01T13:14:00.001-05:002018-02-01T13:14:41.967-05:00Preventing and Treating Frostbite in Chickens<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Extremely cold temperatures, wind chills, dampness, moisture, and more...all reasons that frostbite in chickens can occur. The black spots you see on this chicken's comb is a mild case of frostbite. <br />
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After doing research and talking to other chicken keepers, I think it's safe to say that cold climate chicken keepers will most likely deal with frostbite at one time or another. This being my first experience, I did lots of research and want to share with you my findings for preventing and treating frostbite in chickens. Click <a href="https://www.communitychickens.com/treating-and-preventing-frostbite-in-chickens/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">HERE</span></b></a> to read more.<br />
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Welcome to the first Farm Photo Friday of 2018!</div>
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It has been extremely cold, yet beautiful!<br />
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I love winter and snow! The sparkling snow can make even the ordinary look exquisite.<br />
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Although beautiful, the frigid temps and wind chills have meant extra care for our farm animals, and all are doing fine. <br />
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Sometimes my body wishes it was younger so I could go ice skating, like I did when I was a kid.</div>
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Many have been experiencing extremely cold temperatures along with wind chills recently. For us chicken keepers, that means extra care for our flock.<br />
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Frostbite or other illnesses can happen this time of year when the temperatures are so frigid and combined with moisture/dampness. And although the summer heat is the most common reason a chicken may need to re-hydrate, this cold weather may also cause reason to re-balance the loss of minerals or simply give a chicken the boost it may need.<br />
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Home Made Eggnog y'all!</div>
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Rich aaaaand thick... this stuff is good!</div>
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My Dad and I are the only ones in our family that like eggnog, so I guess that's why I have only been exposed to the stuff you buy in a carton. Now, don't get me wrong, the stuff in the carton is good, but I was curious...<br />
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...curious to know what homemade eggnog tasted like. So I looked up some recipes, found ones that were fairly simple to make, tweaked just a tad, and BAM! Homemade egg not is <strike>good</strike> <strike>grea</strike>t <strike>fabulous</strike> OUTSTANDING!<br />
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Our ladies (<i>also known as chickens to some people</i>) have finally started laying eggs again, so I thank them for their part in this recipe.<br />
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Although not necessary, I used fresh nutmeg for this and may I just add...it smells amazing!</div>
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Because this recipe makes one quart, of course I put it in a mason jar. Ahem, this will make a neat little gift. ;-)<br />
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<b>Home Made Eggnog</b><br />
6 egg yolks<br />
1/2 cup sugar<br />
2 cups milk<br />
1 cup heavy cream<br />
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg<br />
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract<br />
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1. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together.<br />
2. In a saucepan, over medium-high heat, combine the milk, cream, and nutmeg. Stirring often, bring the mixture to a simmer. Do not boil.<br />
3. Mix a big spoonful of the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture. Repeat a couple more times to temper the eggs.<br />
4. Once tempered, pour the egg mixture into the the milk mixture that is left in the saucepan.<br />
5. Continually whisk for a few minutes, heating through. <br />
6. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.<br />
7. Pour the eggnog into a covered container and refrigerate until chilled. It will thicken as it cools.<br />
8. Serve with a sprinkling of nutmeg on top, if desired.<br />
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Although my Christmas mantle is simple this year, there is exciting news...</div>
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I hung Christmas stockings on the mantel for the first time...</div>
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<br />LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-85221767407986107232017-12-14T16:09:00.002-05:002018-01-03T16:50:15.685-05:00Winter Planning With Chickens<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Although just a dusting, the snow seemed to make everything more beautiful! I don't think the little chickens shared my enthusiasm though. Just look at them talking about 'that white stuff'. Funny girls!<br />
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Before the snow fell this year, we did some preparation for our flock. Click <a href="https://www.communitychickens.com/winter-tips-for-raising-chickens/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>HERE</b></span></a> to read my article at Community Chickens.LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-61743575449800879732017-11-27T07:00:00.000-05:002018-01-03T16:49:58.959-05:00Adventures in Raising Turkeys and Thanksgiving in New York City<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Did the title make you turn your head and say "what?!?!?"<br />
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It guess it proves that my husband is right... You can take the girl out of the country, but you can't take the country out of the girl!<br />
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While recently traveling home from New York City, I received an e-mail pertaining to <a href="https://www.communitychickens.com/a-home-grown-turkey-for-christmas-dinner-and-the-hard-way-we-got-there/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>my 2015 article about raising turkeys for our holiday meal</b></span></a>. I had to chuckle when I thought about what I had just experienced...Thanksgiving dinner at Hard Rock cafe in New York City!<br />
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For the first time in my life, I didn't celebrate Thanksgiving at a family table. This year we were in New York for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. No homemade food, and certainly no homegrown turkey this year.<br />
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We did however have a traditional American Thanksgiving meal of turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, green beans, cranberry sauce, and pie.<br />
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It was delicious! And fun! YOLO! (You Only Live Once)<br />
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You can read about our turkey experience <a href="https://www.communitychickens.com/a-home-grown-turkey-for-christmas-dinner-and-the-hard-way-we-got-there/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>HERE</b></span></a>. It was a challenge, to say the least, raising that turkey for a true farm to table experience. An adventure that included a <a href="http://chickens.wpengine.com/death-and-a-new-friend/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>crazy turkey and a cow friend</b></span></a>.<br />
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Life is an adventure...do something today that makes you laugh!LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-64303432167813099202017-11-20T07:00:00.000-05:002018-01-03T16:49:27.361-05:00Easy Homemade Applesauce<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Making your own applesauce is easy peasy!<br />
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Two ingredients are all you truly need.<br />
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You don't even need to write this down or print this out...you got this.<br />
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Apples and water. That's it!<br />
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Simple, simple, simple...it's my mantra for life...although not always achieved. ;-)<br />
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Any type of apple will do, as long as they are firm, not mushy.<br />
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If you're feeling like you need some sweetness, add some sugar.<br />
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If you crave a little spice in your life, add some cinnamon or another warm spice.<br />
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If you are feeling smooth, puree the apples into a smooth sauce.<br />
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If you're feeling like you want some depth, mash those babies with a potato masher and enjoy a chunky applesauce.<br />
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I have made this from my Mom's 'recipe' many times...you know the one where you 'add some apples and a little water' to a pot. But for you my friends, I tried to pin down some measurements...<br />
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4 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced.<br />
1/4 to 1/2 cup water (basically enough water to prevent the apples from sticking/burning)<br />
In a sauce pan, combine the apples and water.<br />
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and cook until the apples have softened, 10 to 15 minutes.<br />
Mash with a potato masher, puree in a blender, or blend with an immersion blender, to your desired consistency.<br />
Store any left overs in the fridge.<br />
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And, if you are feeling like a domestic queen, make plenty to freeze or <a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2015/08/home-canning-how-to-get-started.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>home can</b></span></a>.<br />
<br />LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-72451432879490396722017-11-15T20:28:00.002-05:002017-11-15T20:29:22.587-05:00Pumpkin Log Recipe<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Oh hello pumpkin log. I look forward to greeting you every fall.<br />
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The smell of pumpkin wafting in the air evokes all the autumn feel goods, while the sprinkling of powdered sugar ignites my love for snow that will soon be here.<br />
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Recently, when I went to make this, I could not find the recipe in my over crowded recipe basket. Thank goodness I had it on the blog! Just in case you misplaced your recipe ;-) I thought I'd share it again...just in time for the holidays.<br />
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Whether this is your first time making a pumpkin log or you are a seasoned pro, I hope this <span style="color: red;"><a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2014/12/pumpkin-log.html" target="_blank"><b><i><span style="color: red;">pumpkin log recipe</span></i></b></a> </span>finds you cozy!LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-29003768246205571172017-11-12T19:13:00.001-05:002017-11-15T20:29:01.679-05:00Our Fall Garden<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In July I shared with you<i> <a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2017/07/country-garden.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">our country garden</span></b></a></i>, flourishing with summer produce. The plants were neatly planted into raised beds, making for great growth. The gravel pathways made it easy to meander through the space. And it was all tucked inside the nostalgic <a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2015/03/the-garden-fence-diy.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b><i>white picket fence</i></b></span></a>. Can you tell I love the garden? ;-)<br />
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During the harvest season, we enjoyed many garden-to-table meals, along with plenty of cherry tomatoes and peas straight from the vine. I also preserved some produce through freezing and canning.<br />
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Tomatoes, peppers, and zucchini lasted a good while in our garden this year. I credit most of the success to the good soil prep and the raised beds that weren't full of weeds.<br />
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In August, I planted more seeds to be able to enjoy a fall harvest...<br />
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The radishes took only a few weeks to mature.<br />
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Lettuce seeds quickly grew into beautiful, delicious leaves.<br />
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The kale was a flop...for the summer and fall plantings. Maybe I'll change their place in the garden next year.<br />
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The snap peas are still hanging on, even though we've dipped into some cold weather here and there. They should be ready soon. <br />
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Most everything else has been pulled up and the garden is ready for a long winter nap.<br />
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This is my first time having a fall garden and I hope to expand my plantings for next year.<br />
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I'm always learning...LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-78257570261063003372017-10-25T20:34:00.005-04:002017-10-25T21:17:43.313-04:00Why Chickens Molt in the Fall Time<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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On my post for <a href="https://www.communitychickens.com/fall-is-a-common-time-for-molting-chickens/" target="_blank">Community Chickens</a>, I discuss why fall is a common time for chickens to molt. Click <a href="https://www.communitychickens.com/fall-is-a-common-time-for-molting-chickens/" target="_blank">HERE</a> to read it.</div>
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What do you do when it's October and you're still harvesting tomatoes? You make tomato pie. I used a combination of yellow and red tomatoes for this beauty.<br />
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This is a great recipe to use up those last few tomatoes of the season, or any time of year. I used monterrey jack cheese because that's what I had in the fridge, but feel free to use your favorite cheese for this. The parsley flakes add great color and flavor to this dish, and is a favorite seasoning I use often in my kitchen.<br />
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Easy Tomato Pie<br />
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Ingredients:<br />
Single pie crust<br />
4 tomatoes<br />
3/4 cup mayonnaise<br />
1 cup monterrey jack cheese, shredded<br />
salt, pepper, dried parsley flakes<br />
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Directions:<br />
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.<br />
Place the pie crust in a pie dish and bake for 5 minutes.<br />
Thinly slice the tomatoes.<br />
Mix together mayonnaise and cheese.<br />
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After baking the crust, spread a thin layer of the mayo/cheese mixture.<br />
Place tomato slices on, sprinkling with salt, pepper, and parsley.<br />
Spread another thin layer of mayo/cheese mixture on top.<br />
Place another layer of sliced tomatoes with seasoning.<br />
End with spreading the rest of the mayo/cheese mixture on top.<br />
Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.<br />
Let rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.<br />
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With our weather being unseasonably warm, I was able to move the chicks out of the brooder sooner than anticipated.<br />
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They are growing strong and changing daily. Read more about the transition <a href="https://www.communitychickens.com/moving-baby-chicks-from-brooder-to-outside/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>here</b></span></a>.LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-45866662260959550322017-09-15T06:00:00.000-04:002017-10-25T21:16:52.517-04:00Farm Photo Friday (September 15, 2017)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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There is lots happening around our little farm this time of year. Grab something warm to drink on this cool morning and join Pumpkin, the cat, and me as we walk around.</div>
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The zinnias are still blooming beautifully.</div>
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The bees and butterflies have enjoyed them, almost as much as me.</div>
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I love the vibrant colors along the fence.</div>
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And in a mason jar on the deck.</div>
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I also love bringing them inside. I've already bought zinnia seeds for next year!</div>
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Remember when I made the <a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2015/06/an-authentic-farm-house-sign-with.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">gather sign using wood from my Great Grandparent's home</span></b></a>?</div>
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And on a side note...see that blue and white tea towel? I got it this summer when we went to London, England. I purchased it from a quaint little shop in the Cotswolds, England's beautiful country side.</div>
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I picked a whole basket of apples this year from our tree.</div>
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I made <a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2016/10/home-made-applesauce.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">applesauce</span></b></a> and <a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2015/09/apple-crisp-with-almonds.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">almond apple crisp</span></b></a> with these babies...yummy!</div>
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The peppers were a flop this summer...hardly any harvest.</div>
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I'm glad I left them in the garden though, because they have finally decided to join the garden party.</div>
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Yes! Strawberries in September.</div>
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Because we did <a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2017/07/country-garden.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">raised bed gardening</span></b></a> this year, I am able to have a fall garden. This has me quite excited!</div>
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The radishes have already been thinned.</div>
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Another round of sugar snap peas are a welcome sight.</div>
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Lettuce, kale, and spinach have popped through.</div>
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I saved a few onion starts, hoping they would grow. Yes!! They are.</div>
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A <a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2015/06/garden-fresh-salad-with-garlic-lemon.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">fresh garden salad</span></b></a> in the fall, yes please!</div>
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The weather has been unseasonably cool, but I'm not complaining. Fall is my absolute favorite season!</div>
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When mums and firewood adorn our front porch, it means fall is knocking at the door.</div>
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This gas fire table is awesome on our <a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2017/05/deck-with-corner-pergola.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">DIY deck</span></b></a>. It's so convenient to have on for just a little while, without the work of having a wood fire.</div>
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The ladies have also been enjoying the cool weather.</div>
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It's the perfect temperature for a day at the chicken spa!</div>
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And, we can't forget the <a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2017/08/raising-baby-chicks-in-brooder.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">baby chicks</span></b></a>, that are now 3 weeks old.</div>
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They are growing healthy inside our garage.</div>
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This little white crested polish is a hoot to take pictures of...just look at that hair-do!</div>
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** This weekend is the Country Living Fair in Columbus, Ohio. I'll be there with my Mom! **</div>
LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-30852929617357773262017-09-11T06:00:00.000-04:002017-09-11T16:22:34.915-04:00Homemade Tomato Sauce (No Peeling Required)<div style="text-align: left;">
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Preserving tomatoes. It's something I've been doing for a few years now. And, although I enjoy the final project, let me be honest...prepping the tomatoes is a messy, time consuming chore that I don't enjoy. Marking the tomatoes with an X, blanching them, plunging them into an ice bath, then peeling the skin away...it's a lot of work! I even tried the food mill strainer/sauce maker. Let's just say that I made a bit of a mess and move away from the subject.</div>
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The garden has been generous with tomatoes this year, but I was dreading the preserving process. I thought, <i>why go through that mess...there has to be an easier way</i>. By cooking (or oven roasting) the cut tomatoes and using an immersion blender, this homemade tomato sauce is now my go-to way of preserving the harvest - no peeling necessary! I currently have some stored in the freezer and in jars on my pantry shelves. </div>
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The immersion blender does a great job of blending the skins into the sauce...I don't even notice that they are there. If you don't mind the texture of seeds, this sauce is definitely one that you may want to try. It is a basic sauce, one that can be tailored many different ways when you cook a meal. By adding some herbs or spices you have a great pasta sauce. Add some vegetables (and meat), voila you have a yummy vegetable soup. Onion, garlic, and peppers added to this basic sauce makes a delicious salsa. A little cream or milk added makes a satisfying tomato soup. The possibilities are endless!<br />
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Traditional sauce recipes call for plum or paste tomatoes because of their firmer, meatier flesh, but I like to add a variety of tomatoes along with them. I even toss some cherry tomatoes into the mix. If the tomato has blemishes make sure to cut away the bad spots.</div>
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For a true tomato tasting sauce, simply halve or quarter the tomatoes and place in a large pot with a little salt and pepper. Use a potato masher to get them broke down a little, then cook for a couple minutes. At this point, use an immersion blender to finish pureeing. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 30 to 90 minutes to achieve your desired sauce thickness.<br />
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Using this method, you will get a deep, almost smoky flavor that is both beautiful and delicious. <a href="http://llfarmblog.blogspot.com/2017/09/oven-roasted-tomatoes.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">Here's how I make oven roasted tomatoes</span></b></a>.<br />
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Once the tomatoes have cooked and you have pureed them, you can preserve them for a later use.<br />
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The garden is still producing beautiful tomatoes!</div>
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Along with eating them fresh, I have canned some and I have froze some.</div>
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This summer, I did this for the first time, and I quickly asked myself, "<i>why did you wait so long to do this?</i>"</div>
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With the first go round, I made a pasta sauce that my <i>entire</i> family raved about.</div>
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Soon after I made some more, pureed them and added a little cream. Yummy tomato soup!</div>
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I use some paste tomatoes, along with other varieties that I plant because...well, because I want to. And you can to...make this recipe 'your own'!</div>
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LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-14098264651130999972017-08-28T17:17:00.003-04:002017-08-28T17:19:29.507-04:00Raising Baby Chicks In A Brooder<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Eight baby chicks have arrived at LL Farm! </div>
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No momma chicken, no rooster, no fertile eggs...</div>
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I not only ordered them on line and picked them up at the post office, but I ordered all females!</div>
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I am sharing some tips at <b><a href="http://www.communitychickens.com/raising-baby-chicks/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Community Chickens</span></a></b> about raising baby chicks in a brooder.</div>
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If you read my article about <a href="http://www.communitychickens.com/how-to-stop-an-egg-eating-chicken/" target="_blank">egg eating chickens</a>, you probably think I'm crazy because now I'm writing about feeding egg shells to your chickens.</div>
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LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-69014983192703604372017-08-08T06:30:00.000-04:002017-08-08T06:30:35.336-04:00Pepper Jelly (Home Canning)<div style="text-align: center;">
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I have enjoyed pepper jelly for years, but this is my first year making my own. And, wow is it good!</div>
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I used these adorable little jelly jars, and hope to give some of these cuties as gifts.</div>
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For this pepper jelly, I used one red pepper, one yellow pepper, one orange pepper, two green peppers, and one jalapeno pepper.</div>
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If you like spice, add more hot peppers.</div>
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Start by getting the water set to boil in your water bath canner.<br />
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1 red pepper</div>
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1 yellow pepper</div>
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1 orange pepper</div>
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2 green peppers</div>
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1 cup apple cider vinegar</div>
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5 cups sugar</div>
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Cut off the top of the peppers and remove the seeds.<br />
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Ladle into prepared canning jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space.</div>
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LL Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06748461729786972153noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773090664517222302.post-1667122929752059532017-08-06T20:20:00.001-04:002017-08-07T20:35:07.099-04:00The New Pioneer Magazine Fall 2017<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Long days of fun (and work) in the sun, can make for a sore body and tired mind.</div>
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How about a little pampering with some home made bath salts made with dried herbs and essential oil?</div>
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The Fall issue of The New Pioneer magazine is on news stands now. In it you will find my easy DIY article with steps on how to dry herbs and make bath salts that will help calm your mind and pamper your body...something we all need every now and again.</div>
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With Fall knocking on our door, Christmas is right around the corner.</div>
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Add a pretty tag and bow, and this will make a great gift for someone.</div>
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Our little country garden received a face lift this year.</div>
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We added raised beds and gravel pathways.</div>
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I'm working on an article with details, but I wanted to give you a little peek at how well it is working out.</div>
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I have some new farm helpers this summer. I've caught them napping on the job a few times...good thing they are adorable!</div>
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The kohlrabi has already been harvested.</div>
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Strawberry plants were planted, and I am so looking forward to next year's harvest.</div>
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Radishes were a first for me this year.</div>
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We have been eating them plain and sauteed in olive oil with some s&p.</div>
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If you are thinking about raised beds, I say go for it!</div>
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Who says 'breakfast' casseroles are for breakfast only?! </div>
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I enjoy a good breakfast casserole for dinner.</div>
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<i>(I'm curious...Do you say dinner or supper for the evening meal?)</i></div>
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The addition of cottage cheese had me wondering about this one, but oh my, it was good.</div>
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I've actually made this two different ways...</div>
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one with bacon</div>
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both were yum-a-licious!</div>
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Click over to <a href="http://www.communitychickens.com/breakfast-casserole/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>Community Chickens</b></span></a> to get the recipe.</div>
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These pictures show the 'real life' stuff that is going on during this busy season on our homestead.</div>
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Warning! I didn't even crop out the weeds. ;-)</div>
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Actually, the garden isn't finished with gravel yet. Once completed, it will be more pretty, but I wanted to share with you how the raised beds are doing.</div>
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Handy Hubby built them, and I love them. They truly make gardening easier.</div>
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The cattle panels have been put in place for the tomatoes and cucumbers to grow up.</div>
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This is my first time growing peas and I look forward to the harvest.</div>
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The zucchini are already to start flowering.</div>
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Radishes are another first for me to grow. Aren't they cute? And, will be delicious I'm sure.</div>
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Pumpkin, our newest barn kitten is growing and exploring.</div>
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Finally, I give to you...the deck with corner pergola!</div>
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I know, I know, it's about time I finished the finale of this 4 part series.</div>
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If you missed them, or you forget, you can read about the process here:</div>
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Do you remember what the space looked like for 3 1/2 years?</div>
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Yep, some necessary steps, a dog box, and a bird bath that was totally disguising the aerator. ;-)</div>
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<i>Per law, you can't build over the aerator, but we did build right up to those unsightly things.</i></div>
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Looking back through the deck building pictures, the transformation is amazing!<br />
Even the grey and white finish compared to the raw wood blows me away. </div>
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Handy Hubby built the entire deck by himself...board by board!<br />
Even the end designs on the pergola boards are custom made by him.</div>
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I am so proud of him and what he does for our family!!!</div>
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The corner pergola was something he wanted to integrate into the plan.</div>
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But because we like to be a little different, he designed the pergola boards to be set at an angle, instead of coming straight out from corner.</div>
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One board was 23 feet long!<br />
<i>(That one did require help - our daughter held one end while he got the other end up.)</i></div>
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The sun sets behind those trees, and sometimes displays a beautiful pink sky for us to enjoy from the deck.</div>
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The grill is situated off the deck and the fire pit (that I made from creek rocks) is just steps away from the deck.</div>
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There are two sets of steps.</div>
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And, because the lay of the land, the deck is two levels.</div>
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The deck is finished with solid color stains.</div>
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This weekend, the deck will be full of tables, food, and pictures as we celebrate our daughter's graduation.</div>
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