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Semi Homestead Life

Living a semi homestead life while staying realistic in today's crazy world.

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    • Seeds & Planting
    • Growing & Harvesting
    • Compost & Mulch
    • Flowers
    • houseplants
    • Garden Design
    • Pests & Misc
  • Preserving
  • Recipes
    • Main Courses
    • Side Dishes
    • Sweet Treats
    • Breakfasts
    • Baked Goods & Sourdough
    • Misc Recipes
  • Chickens
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    • Homestead Updates
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How To Dehydrate Mushrooms Using An Oven Or Dehydrator
Misc Recipes / Recipes

How To Dehydrate Mushrooms Using An Oven Or Dehydrator

Whether you grow them yourself, forage for them in the woods, or purchase them from the grocery store or farmer’s markets, a great way to extend …

10 Edible Weeds – Plants To Forage From Your Own Backyard
Family & Misc / Misc Articles / Pests & Misc

10 Edible Weeds – Plants To Forage From Your Own Backyard

While many “weeds” can be a pain in the butt to get rid of from your backyard, the good news is that you might not want …

Garden Planting Tips For Both Seeds And Transplanting Seedlings
Gardening

Garden Planting Tips For Both Seeds And Transplanting Seedlings

When it comes time for planting your garden, following a few simple tips will go a long way in ensuring that your vegetables and flowers germinate …

Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls – Soft & Fluffy Savory Rolls
Recipes / Sourdough & Baked Goods

Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls – Soft & Fluffy Savory Rolls

Homemade soft and fluffy dinner rolls that are easy to make with just a few simple pantry ingredients, and can be on the table in about …

Why Food Sticks To Cast Iron & What To Do About It
Caring For Cast Iron / Family & Misc

Why Food Sticks To Cast Iron & What To Do About It

When it comes to cooking with cast iron, there are a few main reasons why your food sticks to your cookware. Thankfully, a few simple changes …

How To Plant And Grow Annual Phlox (Phlox drummondii)
Flowers / Gardening

How To Plant And Grow Annual Phlox (Phlox drummondii)

Want to learn how to plant and grow annual phlox (Phlox drummondii) in your garden this year? Then you’ve come to the right place! When most …

Simple Weeknight Lasagna – A Hearty Comfort Meal
Main Courses / Recipes

Simple Weeknight Lasagna – A Hearty Comfort Meal

There is nothing quite like a warm, bubbling lasagna baking away in the oven. But with SO many recipes out there, why not try a lasagna …

The Truth About Low-Maintenance Gardening – Is It Possible?
Garden Design / Gardening

The Truth About Low-Maintenance Gardening – Is It Possible?

Having a low-maintenance gardening setup might sound great in theory, but is it really possible? The idea of all that weeding, watering, dealing with pests, and …

April Planting Guide – What Can I Plant Now In Growing Zone 5
Gardening / Seeds & Planting

April Planting Guide – What Can I Plant Now In Growing Zone 5

If you are looking for a basic vegetable garden planting guide for the month of April and live in Growing Zone 5, then this is the …

Instant Pot White Rice – Easily Cook Perfect White Rice
Recipes / Side Dishes

Instant Pot White Rice – Easily Cook Perfect White Rice

Use your Instant Pot to cook light and fluffy, delicious white rice in about 30 minutes to enjoy as a simple side dish or to add …

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Hello! I'm Chelsea, the sole writer & photographer behind Semi Homestead Life. I have been gardening for over 10 years, growing vegetables, herbs, flowers, fruit, and more in a 1,200 square foot garden here in rural Illinois. I also like to share from-scratch cooking and baking recipes, chicken raising tips, and other realistic and practical semi-homesteading tips you can implement in your own busy life.

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