How to Make Potato Casserole with Mushrooms and Turkey Bacon This Thanksgiving we had our own turkeys on the farm and lots of them so we could make our own turkey bacon! This recipe is also a great side to serve at Thanksgiving dinner. Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with loved ones, reflecting on…
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Authentic Lamb Samosas (Samsa)
How to Make Authentic Uzbek Lamb Samosas: My father grew up in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, a country nestled in the heart of Central Asia which is renowned for its rich culinary traditions. Among the many dishes that capture the essence of Uzbek cuisine, lamb samosas stand out as a favorite. These delicious pastries, filled with spiced…
Homemade Mayonnaise with Avocado Oil
How to Make Healthy, Organic Mayonnaise at Home Mayonnaise is a staple in many kitchens, used in a variety of dishes from sandwiches to salads. Making your own mayonnaise at home not only ensures that it’s fresh and free from preservatives, but it also allows you to control the ingredients, making it healthier and tailored…
Classic Sunnyside Up Eggs
My dad taught me how to make these awesome sunnyside up eggs many years ago, and I have to say they have shined gloriously on my breakfast plate many times since then. To make these eggs, all you will need is… Some eggs Rye or White Bread A Pan Butter Sunflower Oil Recipe First, you…
Oven Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey
THE FIRST THANKSGIVING TURKEY RAISED AT THE HOMESTEAD The turkey was made using a traditional Russian family recipe, stuffed with apples and sour cranberries. The best part was that we raised the turkey ourselves and although he was not hatched at Reilly Farms, we still gave him a name: Derp. Derp wasn’t a broad-breasted turkey,…
Canning & Preserving Food
It’s harvest season with lots of fruit, veggies and grains ripe for the picking. In order to not be wasteful and save that wonderful food we can use different methods of preservation. My preferred method is to put everything in jars since not only is it already portioned out for meals, sealed airtight and sterilized…
Paving the Driveway Entrances
At long last we have done it! We paved our driveway entrances to allow for gates to be installed. This was a crucial step in the process of fencing in the whole property since without gates there would be no use for the fence! The process of paving only took a couple days total and…
Naming our Baby Turkey Poults
We have had the hardest time keeping baby turkeys alive, but we have 3 survivors this time. We ordered our first batch of turkeys from Murray McMurray Hatchery last year and that was a total disaster. The turkeys were in the same box as the ducklings and unfortunately the ducks spilled their waterer and flooded…
Lucky Irish Cast Iron Scotch Eggs
Scotch eggs, a beloved classic of British and Irish cuisine, have been delighting taste buds for centuries. These yummy treats, consisting of boiled eggs encased in seasoned sausage meat, breaded, and deep-fried to golden perfection, make for a satisfying snack, appetizer, or picnic favorite. Today, we’ll dive into the history of Scotch eggs, provide a…
