Melissa Norris

Signs To Watch For With An Expecting Cow

Gardening in February (Garden Tasks by Month)

Gardening in January (Garden Tasks by Month)

Proper Canning Headspace (Is it Important?)

Easy Winter Bouquet (DIY Holiday Bouquet)

1930s Chocolate Gravy Recipe

Weston Tomato Press (+ Tomato Sauce Recipe)

Storing Green Tomatoes for Fresh Eating

Gardening in November (Garden Tasks by Month)

What you don’t know about the USDA & Canning Safety Rules

Howdy, I’m Melissa!

I’m so glad you’re here. This is the place for all of us who loved Little House when we were young and thought Laura was our best friend. It’s where we grow dinner in the backyard and think everything looks and tastes better when it comes from a Mason jar. Here, you’ll find my favorite from-scratch recipes, herbal remedies and tutorials, and all my gardening tips from my 20+ years of growing and raising our own food.