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Dani's Midlife Homestead

A simple path to

self-sufficient living

grow your food
preserve your food
cook from scratch
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    Old-Fashioned Sloppy Joes

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    Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies (Soft, Chewy & Low Carb)

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    Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip (Game Day Favorite!)

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    Smashed Egg Rolls

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    Crispy Smashed Potatoes

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    Winter Pasta Salad with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette

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    Carrot cake… but make it SOURDOUGH 🥕🍰 This sourdo Carrot cake… but make it SOURDOUGH 🥕🍰 This sourdough carrot cake roll is soft, warmly spiced, and filled with sweet cream cheese goodness. The sourdough discard makes it extra moist and flavorful! Perfect for spring baking or Easter dessert. Save this one for your next gathering! 🌸 #SourdoughDiscard #CarrotCakeRoll #SpringBaking #HomemadeDessert #FromScratch
    Those “weeds” in your yard? They’re liquid gold 🌼✨ Those “weeds” in your yard? They’re liquid gold 🌼✨ Dandelion jelly tastes just like sunshine and wildflower honey — and it’s easier to make than you think! Spread it on toast, biscuits, or save a jar for gifting. Would you try making jelly from dandelions? 💛 #DandelionJelly #Foraging #HomesteadKitchen #CanningSeason #WildFood
    If you love sourdough, you HAVE to try this 🍞✨ Th If you love sourdough, you HAVE to try this 🍞✨ This sourdough Irish soda bread has that classic rustic texture with a subtle tang from the starter — and no yeast required! Golden crust. Soft center. So good with butter and jam. Who would slice into this warm loaf? 🙋‍♀️ #SourdoughBaking #IrishSodaBread #HomemadeBread #FromScratchCooking #BakingFromScratch
    Nothing says comfort like a big pot of corned beef Nothing says comfort like a big pot of corned beef and cabbage 🍀🥩 Tender corned beef, buttery potatoes, sweet carrots, and perfectly cooked cabbage — simple ingredients, BIG flavor. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or a cozy family dinner. Save this recipe for later! #CornedBeef #ComfortFood #StPatricksDay #HomemadeMeals #FamilyDinner
    Dreaming of a more organized, productive garden? 🌻 Dreaming of a more organized, productive garden? 🌻🌱 We created a raised bed garden using metal raised beds and grow bags — and it’s been a game changer! 🌿 Better drainage 🌿 Cleaner pathways 🌿 Easy crop rotation Perfect for small spaces or anyone wanting a tidy, manageable garden setup. Save this for garden planning season! 🌞 #RaisedBedGarden #MetalGardenBeds #GrowBags #VegetableGarden #GardenInspiration
    Turn kitchen scraps into garden gold! 🌿♻️ We made Turn kitchen scraps into garden gold! 🌿♻️ We made a simple DIY compost bin using a plastic garbage can — and it works great for small backyard gardens. ✔️ Budget-friendly ✔️ Beginner-approved ✔️ Reduces food waste Composting doesn’t have to be complicated. This is an easy way to start! #Composting #GardenTips #SustainableLiving #HomesteadLife #BackyardGarden
    Who says raised beds have to be expensive? 🌱💚 We Who says raised beds have to be expensive? 🌱💚 We built these simple raised garden beds using wood fence panels — affordable, easy, and perfect for beginners! ✨ Budget-friendly ✨ Customizable size ✨ Great for veggies & herbs If you’ve been wanting to start a garden without spending a fortune, this is your sign! Tag someone who needs a garden upgrade! 🌿 #RaisedGardenBed #GardenDIY #BackyardGarden #GrowYourOwnFood #HomesteadGarden
    Muddy chicken run? Not anymore! 🐔🌧️ We transforme Muddy chicken run? Not anymore! 🐔🌧️ We transformed our wet, messy run using pelletized horse bedding — and it made a HUGE difference. Less mud, less smell, and happier chickens! ✔️ Easy to spread ✔️ Absorbs moisture ✔️ Budget-friendly solution If you’re raising backyard chickens and fighting mud, this might be your new favorite fix! Save this for later & share with your chicken-keeping friends! 🐓✨ #BackyardChickens #ChickenRun #HomesteadLife #UrbanFarming #DIYHomestead
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