Capture summer in a jar with this easy homemade strawberry syrup recipe. Made with fresh strawberries, a hint of vanilla, and no artificial junk, this shelf-stable syrup is perfect for milk, waffles, lemonade, or sneaking by the spoonful. There’s something about strawberries that just is summer. Maybe it’s the color. Maybe it’s the scent that […]| The Rustic Elk
Canning Peach Sweet Tea is a Southern-inspired recipe that gives you the best of both worlds: a sweet, steeped tea to sip and tender, syrupy peaches to eat. This right here? This is summer in| The Rustic Elk
This easy maple syrup apple sauce has just a few simple ingredients and no refined sugar. It can be made up and canned when apples are in season for a healthy snack or dessert any time of year.| The Rustic Elk
Canning apple pie filling is a great way to preserve the flavor of apples all year round. Whether you have a bounty of apples from your own trees or purchased them from the grocery store| The Rustic Elk
Smooth, creamy, and filled with fall flavor, this easy apple butter recipe is perfect for canning. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can preserve the taste of autumn in every jar. Ideal| The Rustic Elk
Perfect for all of your Mexican dishes, canning tomatillo salsa, or salsa verde as many call it, is a great way to preserve your tomatillo crop and have a delicious salsa in the cupboard. This| The Rustic Elk
There’s nothing like the taste of ripe summer peaches tucked into a jar for the colder months ahead. This beginner-friendly guide will walk you through how to can peaches safely using a water bath canner...| The Rustic Elk
Venison Salisbury steak is the kind of comfort food that feels both nostalgic and new. Tender venison patties seared to perfection and simmered in rich onion gravy. It’s a simple, satisfying way to turn ground venison into a cozy, family-friendly meal that even skeptics will love. Some meals are born from necessity. A freezer full […]| The Rustic Elk
This venison Philly cheesesteak casserole is cheesy, flavorful, and ridiculously simple to throw together. It’s protein-packed comfort food that comes together in one skillet and no one will know it’s not beef. If you’ve got ground venison in the freezer and no idea what to make with it, this is your sign. This easy weeknight […]| The Rustic Elk
Smooth, rich, and gently spiced, this peach butter is a slow-cooked summer favorite perfect for toast, biscuits, or gifting. There’s something about the scent of simmering peaches that stops time. I made this peach butter on a hot July afternoon, the kind where the air hums with cicadas and the kitchen smells like sunshine and […]| The Rustic Elk
I made this zucchini relish because the garden was overflowing, but now I make it because I can’t stop eating it straight from the jar. It’s sweet and tangy, just the right kind of crunchy,| The Rustic Elk
These all-natural, herbal honey homemade cough drops are easy to make with a few simple ingredients and so much better than store bought! Apparently, Thanksgiving blessed us with a head cold. An awful one, to| The Rustic Elk
Craving comfort food? Try our best creamy and cheesy loaded baked potato soup! This easy stove top recipe offers a one-pot wonder that's brimming with fluffy potatoes, savory cheese, and hearty cream. It's the ultimate indulgence for chilly days, and easy enough to whip up in no time. Taste the perfect blend of the classic baked potato, turned into the coziest soup ever.| The Rustic Elk
This ground venison tacos recipe is perfect for taco night. This mouthwatering dish is easy to whip together with homemade seasoning and ground deer meat for a simple meal your whole family will love. Taco| The Rustic Elk
Venison summer sausage is a rich, savory snack that tastes like hunting season and long weekends at the smoker. It’s tender, flavorful, and surprisingly easy to make at home. Whether you’re prepping wild game for| The Rustic Elk
Savory and loaded with flavor this venison meatloaf is topped with a delicious tangy sauce. This comfort food is easy to make, it will quickly become a favorite way to use up ground venison. A| The Rustic Elk
These bold, cheesy venison enchiladas are layered with smoky homemade enchilada sauce, tender ground deer meat, and melty cheese; making them an easy, freezer-friendly dinner that never disappoints. If you’re looking for a bold, comforting| The Rustic Elk
Easy to make and flavorful, this venison burger recipe will impress even the most hesitant venison eater. Deer meat gets a bad rap. So many people say it tastes gamey, or they automatically assume they| The Rustic Elk
Venison bone broth is a delicious and nutritious way to use up those bones after a successful big game hunt. Packed with nutrients and a great way to flavor your homemade venison soups and more,| The Rustic Elk
Tallow has been used to nourish human skin for many years. Highly compatible with the makeup of our skin, it has long been used to protect, nourish, and restore our skin. Tallow balm is easy| The Rustic Elk
Seasoned ground venison and root vegetables are smothered in a spiked gravy sauce and topped with delicious mashed potatoes in this delicious shepherd's pie. I first found a shepherd's pie recipe several years ago when| The Rustic Elk
Contrary to popular belief, venison fat is useable and worth the effort to harvest. While deer tallow isn't a common term for most folks, it does serve a purpose and has a place in your| The Rustic Elk
There’s something almost sacred about harvesting herbs at the peak of summer. The leaves are full, the oils are potent, and the energy of the season hums through every stem. Whether you're gathering rosemary, lavender,| The Rustic Elk
In the garden of a green witch, nothing is planted without purpose. Every leaf has a whisper. Every root holds memory. These ten herbs for the green witch's garden aren’t trendy, they’re timeless. Sacred. And| The Rustic Elk
Are you tired of throwing away apple scraps after making a delicious apple pie or snack? Well, you can actually turn those scraps into something useful and healthy - apple cider vinegar! Making your own| The Rustic Elk
Making herbal infused oils is super easy and can be incredibly beneficial when making salves or soaps. Here are 4 methods you can use to make them yourself| The Rustic Elk
An easy slow cooker soup perfect for any time of year to utilize oxtail, which results in a delicious, tender meat.| The Rustic Elk
This easy venison chili recipe is the best. Check out how you can turn this into a crockpot meal!| The Rustic Elk
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a true kitchen staple with endless applications. From household cleaning to health and beauty, this versatile and affordable ingredient can enhance many aspects of your daily life. Apple cider vinegar| The Rustic Elk
This homemade cough syrup is simple, natural, and effective. With just a handful of ingredients, many of which you likely already have in your pantry, you can create a soothing remedy to help ease the| The Rustic Elk
Herbal infused honey is a fantastic way to combine the healing properties of herbs with the natural benefits of raw honey to make a soothing remedy to boost winter wellness. In just a few simple| The Rustic Elk
Fermented honey garlic is a natural remedy that combines two simple ingredients into a delicious, immune-boosting ferment. Whether you're looking to improve your wellness routine or add some delicious flavor to your cooking, this simple| The Rustic Elk
Four Thieves Vinegar is a popular natural remedy that has been used for centuries to ward off illnesses and promote good health. The vinegar is made by infusing apple cider vinegar with a blend of| The Rustic Elk
Fire cider is a popular herbal remedy that has been used for centuries for its health benefits. This spicy, tangy tonic is made by infusing apple cider vinegar with a variety of herbs and spices,| The Rustic Elk
Elderberry syrup isn’t just another wellness trend.iit’s an old-school herbal remedy that’s been used for centuries to fight off colds and flu. And the best part? It actually works. Packed with antioxidants and immune-boosting compounds,| The Rustic Elk
As summer draws to a close and the school year approaches, many of us feel a mixture of excitement and anxiety. The transition from lazy summer days to the structured routine of school can be| The Rustic Elk