Have plenty of homemade vanilla extract on hand for holiday baking with this recipe! Start early. This recipe’s secret ingredient is time.

Simple, Thrifty, and Sustainable Living
Have plenty of homemade vanilla extract on hand for holiday baking with this recipe! Start early. This recipe’s secret ingredient is time.
Running low on brown sugar? No worries! You can whip some up in just moments with regular white sugar and molasses! Learn how here!
If you’ve ever wanted to start canning but aren’t sure where to buy your produce, here is the complete guide from a former farmers market manager! These are tips I’ve used personally to stock my pantry with homemade pickles, jams, and jellies. Learn where to buy bulk produce for canning right here!
I’m a BIG believer in having a well-stocked pantry. It’s like a buffer against a chaotic world AND a way to simplify cooking, reduce processed food, and save money.
I will admit that when the Coronavirus first started to peak in the US, I did a little panic shopping for pantry staples. We live in Washington state and as the first known case went public in March, I immediately felt like I needed more groceries! Normally, I keep a pretty fully stocked pantry but …