Heidi Hawthorn, Author at Homestead Survival Site

How to Make Elderberry Syrup for Cold and Flu

Make elderberry syrup at home with dried elderberries, ginger, cinnamon, and honey. An easy immune-boosting recipe for cold season.

Want bigger harvests? These 10 proven gardening tips will help you grow more vegetables in less space with less effort.

Build a cinder block “Banshee stove” in minutes and cook with twigs. An easy, efficient backup cooking plan for outages.

Here are 10 clever ways to conceal your survival garden from prying eyes and protect your precious food supply in a disaster scenario.

Learn how to pressure can soup step by step. A perfect ready-to-eat meal for emergencies or everyday convenience.

Make your own homemade hot sauce with this easy recipe using fresh peppers, vinegar, and garlic. Can it for a long shelf life.

Make your own pantry mixes with these 10 DIY recipes. Save money, eat healthier, and be prepared with shelf-stable kitchen staples.

Learn which common OTC medicines can help reduce radiation exposure and support your body after nuclear fallout or accidents.

Learn how to make anti-fungal black walnut salve at home using simple ingredients, with clear step-by-step instructions and herbal tips.

Make gallons of homemade apple scrap vinegar for pennies using peels and cores. Simple fermentation steps for cleaning, cooking, and more.