Sheet pan meals are the ultimate weeknight dinner hack—quick to prep, easy to clean up, and full of flavor! 🍽️✨ Here are 7 reasons why every busy mom needs a few in her back pocket. #SheetPanMeals #EasyDinnerIdeas #BusyMomHacks #WeeknightDinner #OnePanMeals
Author: Meg Anderson
Hey there! I’m Meg — a 40-something mom of twins, lover of comfort food, and a big believer that great meals don’t have to come with a pile of dirty dishes or a mile-long ingredient list.
How Many Plants Do I Need for Canning? A Beginner-Friendly Yield Guide
Planning your canning garden? Here’s how to figure out exactly how many tomato plants (and more!) you need to grow for a year’s worth of jars. Simple tips, helpful charts, and no scary math! 💚🌽 #CanningForBeginners #GardeningTips #GrowYourOwnFood #CanningGarden
10 Best Vegetables to Grow in Your Canning Garden
Planning your canning garden? These 10 easy veggies are perfect for beginners and produce big harvests for your pantry! Learn when to plant and get tips for canning success. #CanningForBeginners #VegetableGarden #GrowYourOwnFood #HomesteadingLife #PreservingFood
10 Quick and Easy Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner Ideas for Busy Weeknights
Busy nights call for effortless meals! These simple and flavorful chicken sheet pan recipes come together fast with minimal prep and cleanup—perfect for stress-free dinners. 🥦🔥 #SheetPanMeals #EasyDinners #ChickenRecipes #OnePanCooking #WeeknightMeals
Growing Tomatoes – A Beginner’s Guide to Getting from Seed to Harvest
Dreaming of homegrown tomato sauce? 🍅 Learn how to grow tomatoes for your self-sufficient canning garden—whether you’re planting in containers, raised beds, or from seed! #CanningGarden #GrowingTomatoes #SelfSufficientLiving #TomatoTips #BeginnerGardener
Growing Green Beans – A Beginner’s Guide to Getting from Seed to Harvest
New to gardening? 🫘 Growing green beans is the perfect way to start your self-sufficient canning garden! Learn how to grow them in containers, raised beds, or with a trellis—even from seed! 🌱 #GrowingGreenBeans #CanningGarden #SelfSufficientLiving #BeginnerGardener #HomesteadLife
Start a Canning Garden with Just 2 Crops – Canning for Beginners Made Easy
New to growing food for canning? Start your canning garden with just tomatoes and green beans! This simple guide to canning for beginners shows why starting small is the smart way to grow. 🌱🥫 #CanningGarden #CanningForBeginners #GrowingFood #TomatoPlants #GreenBeans #GardeningTips
What Planting Zone Am I In? (And Why It Matters for Canning Gardens)
Not sure what your planting zone is or why it matters? This quick guide breaks it down in simple terms so you can plan your canning garden like a pro! 🌿 Includes helpful tips for growing what you can preserve. #CanningGarden #PlantingZone #USDAZones #GardeningTips #HomesteadLife #BeginnerGardener #GrowYourOwn #FoodPreservation #GardenPlanning
What Is a Local Extension Office? (And How It Can Help You With Canning and More)
Wondering what a local extension office is or how it helps with canning? This guide explains what they do, how they can test your pressure…
How to Care for Your Pressure Canner
Keep your pressure canner in top shape with this easy maintenance guide! Learn how to clean it, when to test your dial gauge, how to store it properly, and when to replace parts. 🛠️🫙 #PressureCanning #CanningForBeginners #HomeCanning #CanningTips #FoodPreservation
Can I Can That? A Beginner’s Guide to What Can’t Be Canned at Home
Wondering if you can can milk, butter, rice, or soup? This beginner’s guide covers which foods are unsafe for home canning—and offers smart, safe alternatives like freezing and dehydrating. 🫙 #CanningTips #HomeCanning #CanningForBeginners #FoodPreservation #FoodSafety
Pressure Canner vs Water Bath Canner: What’s the Difference and Which One Do You Need?
Wondering if you need a pressure canner or a water bath canner? This beginner-friendly guide breaks down the difference, which foods go with each method, and how to choose the right one for your pantry goals! 🫙 #CanningForBeginners #PressureCanning #WaterBathCanning #HomeCanning #FoodPreservation