Frugal Living

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.

More About Melissa

My Most Popular Posts

Traditional Hot Cross Buns – Easy Recipe from 1950

Where to Find Morel Mushrooms

Best Beginner Sourdough Sandwich Bread No Yeast

13 Healthy Ingredients to Swap Out Now

Easy No Knead Artisan Bread Recipe

Rules for Foraging Wild Edibles (+Mushroom Foraging Tips)

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My Favorite Recipes

Traditional Hot Cross Buns – Easy Recipe from 1950

Homemade Pop Tarts From Scratch (Hand Pies)

Homemade Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Recipes for Dump Cake

Grandma’s Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls (With Fresh-Milled Flour)