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The Advantages of Root Cellaring

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Since the 2008 recession, many people have rediscovered the savings, joys and health benefits of locally grown food – whether you have a backyard garden, participate in a community garden or shop at the local farmer’s market. Some folks have added freezers or second refrigerators to store the excess.

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Build Your Home Food Storage Without Breaking the Bank

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I also routinely dry herbs from my garden so that I have my own all year. If you have a garden, much of your produce can be bottled or frozen and used in your food storage scheme. Another strategy to employ is to preserve your own food. Last year, I made applesauce from my apple harvest. So, what do you do for food storage?

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Stocking the Gift Pantry with Uncommon Goods

Frugal Luxuries

In the interest of full disclosure, this is my very first sponsored post (although we''ve been approached numerous times since the 2008 creation of this blog). Recently we were invited by Uncommon Goods to stock our holiday Gift Pantry with three items from their inspiring, eclectic catalog. Why Uncommon Goods ? In the meantime.

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