Name: Freezer Meal Prep Before Baby | Family Friendly Country Cooking @rustichoney
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Freezer Meal Prep Before Baby | Family Friendly Country Cooking

Rustic Honey 2026-09-27 | Freezer Meal Prep Before Baby | Family Friendly Country Cooking

He left me PUMPKINS by the stairs... | Busy fall homemaking, farm life & more!

Rustic Honey 2025-10-03 | Give me all the fall things! Come on in and stay awhile, friend—because it’s all the fall things around here! Today we’re finally harvesting corn stalks for my farmhouse porch, gathering pumpkins from our (almost accidental) pumpkin patch, and soaking up the happy harvest vibes. Between homemaking, chasing babies, raising farm kids, and running errands, it’s a busy fall day you won’t want to miss!

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Mercantile Launch: youtu.be/hFeYFfAxVRk?si=a7DGEpcJ7y7CbPa5

HANDY LINKS:
Shop my new fall tees and candles:
NEW TEE DESIGNS: shoprustichoney.com/collections/tees
NEW CANDLES: shoprustichoney.com/collections/home-gift

RECIPES:
Pancake recipe: rustichoney.com/kid-approved-and-easy-homemade-pancake-recipe

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The Blog: rustichoney.com
The Shop: shoprustichoney.com

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FACEBOOK @rustichoney

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

Designing My Dream Store! | Fall Market at the Mercantile

Rustic Honey 2025-09-26 | Thank you to Home Chef for sponsoring this video!
Head to https://homechef.yt.link/16PoqUO to get 50% off and free shipping on your first Home Chef box with code HONEY50.

✨ Come along with me behind the scenes as I design and launch my dream shop—our brand-new mercantile space! This store design was years in the making. I hope it inspires you to plant the seeds of your own dreams, too. ✨

Thanks for stopping by!

- Lauren

VISIT this destination shop (The Marketplace: coffee, food, antiques, greenhouse, mercantile and more): facebook.com/p/The-Marketplace-at-Lowry-City-61559931883822

HANDY LINKS:
Four Fillies: facebook.com/p/Four-Fillies-Mercantile-Coffee-Co-Cafe-100086001101305

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Antique & Thrift with me for the Merc: youtu.be/9EYW5TgVq-g?si=PtZbEpkiEM5jLMPI

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The Shop: shoprustichoney.com

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INSTAGRAM @therustichoney
FACEBOOK @rustichoney

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

These kitchen systems save my sanity! | Practical organization & habits from our family of 6

Rustic Honey 2025-09-19 | Stay hydrated with Ultima Replenisher here: https://ultima.yt.link/bVKjdLS Thank you, Ultima Replenisher, for sponsoring this video!

Today I’m baking 4 pies and 6 loaves of banana bread for a local fundraiser—but it’s not stressful in my kitchen because I’ve built simple systems that keep the heart of our home running smoothly. In this video, I’m sharing the routines and organization tips that make everyday baking, meal prep, and family life feel a whole lot easier. If you’re looking for practical ways to create a more functional and organized kitchen, come on in and stay awhile!

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Home Systems: youtu.be/mP2MR-U7zMM?si=mQkTYdA8NOj5smm-
Auto-pilot Home Systems: youtu.be/mP2MR-U7zMM?si=seiAuhxGXW9Vr54Y

RECIPES:
Banana bread: rustichoney.com/the-best-banana-bread-recipe-with-sweet-glaze-icing

MUSIC: Royalty free music provided courtesy of Epidemic Sound

More from Rustic Honey:
The Blog: rustichoney.com
The Shop: shoprustichoney.com

Let's Bee Friends:
INSTAGRAM @therustichoney
FACEBOOK @rustichoney

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

Thrift & Antique With Me For Fall Market at the Mercantile! Show & Tell Haul!

Rustic Honey 2025-09-12 | Join me for a fun day out with my best friend hitting up the flea markets and antique stores for some seriously good finds for the fall market expansion at Four Fillies Mercantile! I'm so excited about this new project and can't wait to show you what we found, what we brought home and how it's all coming together!

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

Fall market is September 20th at The Marketplace in Lowry City, MO
(Four Fillies Mercantile & Coffee Co, Red Rooster Antiques, Silkwood Blooms, The Cottage + vendors!)
facebook.com/people/The-Marketplace-at-Lowry-City/61559931883822
facebook.com/p/Four-Fillies-Mercantile-Coffee-Co-Cafe-100086001101305

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The Shop: shoprustichoney.com

Let's Bee Friends:
INSTAGRAM @therustichoney
FACEBOOK @rustichoney

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

Reset for fall with me! Homemaking day in our old farmhouse

Rustic Honey 2025-08-29 | Thank you to Home Chef for sponsoring this video!
Head to https://homechef.yt.link/Ko4grpB to get 50% off and free shipping on your first Home Chef box with code HONEY50.

Join me for a cozy reset day for fall as I give our home a clean slate before the new season begins. Today I'm catching up on laundry, simplifying kids' wardrobes, and taking down summer decor to make our home feel fresh and ready. I'll also share a peek at life on the farm as we wrap up the growing season and savor the last bits of garden summer goodness!

Thanks for stopping by!

Lauren

HANDY LINKS:
Porch Flag bunting: amzn.to/3HA1MXH
Garage faux (magnetic) windows: amzn.to/47QTmWf
Garage magnetic hardware: amzn.to/3HOAM6Q

RECIPES:
DIY stain remover (still working on an actual recipe here but here is what I did today):
1/4 cup dawn dish soap, 3/4 c. Hydrogen peroxide (3%), 2 tsp. baking soda **baking soda optional - this mixture will expand too so leave room in your bottle or you'll have a mess!

French Onion Meatloaf
Meatloaf
*2 lbs ground beef
*1 cup panko breadcrumbs
*2 eggs
*¼ cup milk
*1 packet French onion soup mix
*1 tsp liquid smoke
*1–2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
*1 tsp onion powder
*1 tsp garlic powder
*Salt & pepper
Caramelized Onions
*1 medium onion, thinly sliced
*1 Tbsp avocado or olive oil
*1 Tbsp water (to deglaze)
Sauce
*½ cup ketchup
*½ cup BBQ sauce
*1 Tbsp brown sugar
*Splash of Worcestershire
*Splash of liquid smoke
Directions:
Mix meatloaf ingredients, press into greased baking dish.
Cook onions low & slow in oil until golden, deglaze with water.
Stir together sauce, spread over meatloaf, top with onions.
Bake at 400°F: cover 30 min, uncover 5–10 min more.

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FACEBOOK @rustichoney

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Freezer-Friendly From Scratch Baking | Cozy Rainy Day in my Farmhouse Kitchen

Rustic Honey 2025-08-22 | Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit wildgrain.com/RUSTICHONEY and use code “RUSTICHONEY” at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life!

It’s a rainy day at the farmhouse, which means the perfect excuse for a batch baking marathon in my kitchen! Today I’m rolling up my sleeves to stock the freezer with scratch-made staples—fresh sandwich bread, fluffy buns, golden waffles, homemade tortillas, and more.

This is the heart of from-scratch living: making everyday foods with simple ingredients that nourish my family, save money, and bring warmth to our home.

🍞 Real food, slow living, and homemaking from the heart—it’s all right here.

👇 Recipes + links are below!

Sourdough Discard Waffles (double this recipe for freezing ahead - they'll disappear quickly): rustichoney.com/simple-sourdough-discard-waffles

Simple Homemade Sandwich Bread (1 Loaf)
Ingredients:
1 cup warm water
2–3 Tbsp honey
2 tsp active dry yeast
3 cups bread flour
1½ tsp salt
¼ cup melted butter
Instructions:
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine warm water, honey, and yeast. Stir and let bloom for about 10 minutes.
In a stand mixer bowl, add bread flour and salt. Once yeast mixture is bubbly, turn mixer on low and slowly pour it in.
Add melted butter and knead on low speed for 5–10 minutes, until dough is smooth and elastic.
Cover and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased bread pan.
Let rise again for another hour.
Bake at 350°F for 30–35 minutes, until golden and sounds hollow when tapped.
Let cool before slicing. Enjoy!

🍔 Quick Homemade Hamburger Buns
Soft, golden, and ready in under an hour! These fluffy buns are perfect for burgers, sandwiches, or anytime you want fresh bread without the wait.
Ingredients:
* 2 ¼ tsp yeast
* 1 cup warm water
* 3 Tbsp honey
* 1 egg
* 3–3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
* 1 ½ tsp salt
* 3 Tbsp avocado oil
* (Optional: egg white wash + sesame seeds)
Directions:
1. Mix yeast, water, and honey. Let rest 5 min.
2. Add egg, flour, salt, and knead. Drizzle in oil.
3. Shape into 8 buns, let rise 10–15 min.
4. Brush with egg wash + seeds if desired.
5. Bake at 400°F for 15–18 min until golden.

Homemade Biscuits
Ingredients:
3 cups all-purpose flour
4 tsp baking powder
1 Tbsp honey
1 tsp salt
¾ cup cold butter, shredded
About 1–1 ¼ cups milk
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Mix dry ingredients, add shredded butter, and toss until crumbly.
Stir in milk and honey until dough comes together.
Press dough to ¾–1 inch thick and cut into rounds.
Bake 15–18 min until golden.
Pro Tip: Double the recipe and flash freeze uncooked rounds. Bake from frozen at 375°F for 20–25 min whenever you want fresh biscuits!

Drop Biscuits: rustichoney.com/country-drop-biscuits

Tortillas (a good go-to basic recipe here): thecafesucrefarine.com/best-ever-homemade-flour-tortillas

Other freeze-ahead recipes you might like:
Sourdough Bread & English Muffins (Linked in my sourdough guide): rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners
Pancakes: rustichoney.com/kid-approved-and-easy-homemade-pancake-recipe

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Make-ahead meals: youtu.be/pvPqT9fHjvQ?si=DsDLhPt3QvZqC9TG
Make it don't buy it: youtu.be/vHdZJ20_4XI?si=WD2UxQWnXdeBy4po

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INSTAGRAM @therustichoney
FACEBOOK @rustichoney

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

High protein meals & snacks for a family of 6

Rustic Honey 2025-08-15 | Join me in my farmhouse kitchen today as we prepare some high protein meals and snacks for my hungry family of 6. Most of us aren't getting enough protein in our diets so today I thought I'd share a few things we ate this week as well as some of my favorite hacks to sneak in more protein across our busy days! Hope you enjoy and find some ideas to amp up the protein in your meal prep this week!

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

HANDY LINKS:
Isopure protein powder: amzn.to/3Jc82VM
Core power protein shakes (chocolate - my fav): amzn.to/4mfgcvk
Core power protein shakes (vanilla - for "coffee creamer"): amzn.to/4oDC9G3
Chick pea pasta (I also like this brand): amzn.to/47vYJKi

RECIPES:
Peanut butter & dark chocolate protein bars: rustichoney.com/easy-no-bake-peanut-butter-dark-chocolate-protein-bars

Bang bang sauce:
1 cup plain greek yogurt
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp lime juice
1/8 cup sriracha
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. smoked paprika
1 Tbsp honey *optional

Simple High Protein Sweet Potato and Hot Honey Bowls (recipe prepped but not shared in this video...)
Here is the recipe: rustichoney.com/sweet-potato-hot-honey-bowls
Here is the video where we made them: youtu.be/aqGnFdV6KOU

Maple Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats:
Ingredients (per jar):
½ cup rolled oats
1 Tbsp chia seeds
¾ cup milk of choice
½ to 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (depending on preference)
½ tsp maple extract
½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp sea salt
To Prepare:
Add all ingredients to a mason jar or airtight container.
Shake or stir well to combine.
Refrigerate overnight (or at least 6+ hours).
Topping (Add in the Morning):
½ container vanilla Greek yogurt
Sprinkle of cinnamon
Optional drizzle of maple syrup
Optional fruit: sliced strawberries or blueberries
Enjoy chilled — no cooking required! Store in the fridge for up to a week!

Our go-to meatball recipe (for today's dinner I swapped out some of the ketchup in the topping for hoisin, bbq sauce and soy sauce to add a bit more of an asian flair to pair with our bang bang sauce): rustichoney.com/barbecue-meatballs-family-favorite

Roasted chick peas: food.com/recipe/roasted-chickpeas-109273

Open-Faced Steak Sandwiches: Split sandwich buns in half and place open-face on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread each half lightly with cream cheese, then layer with thin slices of fully cooked steak (I used leftover T-bone) and sprinkle generously with shredded Swiss cheese. Toast in the oven just a few minutes until heated through and cheese is melted. Serve open-face or fold into sandwiches, adding barbecue or steak sauce if desired.

Instant Pot Beef & Broccoli with Rice
Ingredients
1 Swiss or round steak (frozen or partially frozen works fine)
4 cups water
2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed
2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen), steamed separately
Sauce:
1 Tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
1 Tbsp sesame oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp ginger paste
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup water
½ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
Place a Swiss or round steak (frozen or partially frozen) in the Instant Pot with 4 cups water. Cook on Manual for 20–25 min, remove and slice thin. Stir 2 cups rinsed jasmine rice into the leftover liquid, place beef on top, and cook 4 more min. Meanwhile, steam broccoli and make sauce: in a saucepan, heat 1 Tbsp olive or avocado oil + 1 Tbsp sesame oil, add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp onion powder, ½ tsp crushed red pepper, 1 tsp ginger paste, ½ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup water, and ½ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos. Boil 2–3 min, then remove from heat to thicken. Serve rice and beef topped with broccoli and drizzle with sauce.

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The Blog: rustichoney.com
The Shop: shoprustichoney.com

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INSTAGRAM @therustichoney
FACEBOOK @rustichoney

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

Make-Ahead Meals Saved Me SO MUCH TIME This Week! | Easy Vacation Food Prep (Airbnb Edition)

Rustic Honey 2025-08-08 | Stay hydrated with Ultima Replenisher here: https://ultima.yt.link/ZiNJM8G. Thank you, Ultima Replenisher, for sponsoring this video!

This week I prepped a few make-ahead meals for our Airbnb getaway, and they ended up saving me so much time. Whether you're planning a trip or just need easy meals for a busy week, these ideas are simple, family-friendly, and perfect for fall too!

Thanks so much for stopping by!
-Lauren

RECIPES:
Cornbread casserole (*similar recipe to my mom's): cookinginthemidwest.com/blog/easy-cornbread-casserole-recipe

Chili Pie:
Layer leftover cornbread casserole into a greased pie plate, pressing it into a "pie crust" - top with chili and cheese and then bake for about 30 minutes at 350 until heated through and edges are crisp. Top with sour cream and some cowboy candy jalapeños.

Roast Beef: This video (and description box) has the full meal recipe with veggies (my favorite way to make roast): youtu.be/CH9vG9X1e1s?si=R1ext6MbOHJsa51h

Roast Sandwich recipe link (I subbed some cheese with swiss today and I added butter on top mixed with a bit of brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, onion and garlic powder): iamhomesteader.com/shredded-beef-sliders

Biscuits and Gravy (I used frozen biscuits from the store this week for convenience but here is my go-to homemade drop biscuit recipe): rustichoney.com/country-drop-biscuits

Cucumber Refrigerator Pickles (explained with recipe in description box of this video): youtu.be/vHdZJ20_4XI?si=mxtXoEV8CUQLZL2u

Farmhouse Sheet Pan Hash (Make-Ahead Friendly):
This hearty “hash” is a farmhouse favorite—simple, adaptable, and full of flavor. It’s perfect for busy nights or lazy weekends, and you can make it ahead to save even more time.

Ingredients:
4 russet potatoes, cubed (about 3 cups)
2 sweet potatoes, cubed (about 3 cups)
1 smoked sausage link (such as kielbasa), sliced
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
Optional: chopped garden peppers (like banana peppers) or any veggies you have on hand
Avocado oil
All-purpose seasoning or seasoning salt

Instructions – Oven Method:
Preheat oven to 425°F.
On a parchment-lined sheet pan, toss all ingredients with a drizzle of avocado oil and your seasoning of choice.
Roast for 30–40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the potatoes are golden and tender.
Stovetop Method:
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add all ingredients and cook, stirring occasionally. Cover with a lid partway through cooking to help the potatoes soften faster. Cook until everything is tender and browned (about 20–25 minutes).
Make-Ahead Tip:
You can prep this hash ahead of time by combining all ingredients in a freezer-safe bag. Add oil and seasoning directly into the bag and toss to coat—easy, mess-free prep! Store in the freezer for up to 2 days before cooking (potatoes may begin to brown if stored too long). Cook straight from frozen or thaw overnight in the fridge before roasting or sautéing.

Quick coleslaw for loaded baked potatoes:
Ingredients:
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp celery seed
¼ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper, to taste
3–4 cups shredded tri-color cabbage mix (or to your desired texture)
Instructions:
In a large bowl, whisk together mayo, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, and seasonings.
Add shredded cabbage and mix until fully coated.
Chill until ready to serve. Use as a side dish or pile it high on top of baked potatoes with BBQ beef and extra BBQ sauce! YUM!

Cilantro cream sauce: (find this recipe in the description box of this video PLUS another yummy way to use it): youtu.be/aqGnFdV6KOU?si=2hK-kSuAbMAchBHx

MUSIC: Royalty free music provided courtesy of Epidemic Sound

More from Rustic Honey:
The Blog: rustichoney.com
The Shop: shoprustichoney.com

Let's Bee Friends:
INSTAGRAM @therustichoney
FACEBOOK @rustichoney

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

Save Money, Eat Better | 12 things to make from scratch

Rustic Honey 2025-08-01 | This video is a little time hop through my farmhouse kitchen, showing how I’ve slowly built the habit of cooking from scratch. From pantry staples to everyday meals, these are the tried-and-true recipes that help us eat better, save money, and make delicious meals with simple ingredients right here at home.

🍞 Real food, slow living, and farm life—it’s all right here.

👇 Recipes + links below!

RECIPES:
Simple Homemade Sandwich Bread (1 Loaf)
Ingredients:
1 cup warm water
2–3 Tbsp honey
2 tsp active dry yeast
3 cups bread flour
1½ tsp salt
¼ cup melted butter
Instructions:
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine warm water, honey, and yeast. Stir and let bloom for about 10 minutes.
In a stand mixer bowl, add bread flour and salt. Once yeast mixture is bubbly, turn mixer on low and slowly pour it in.
Add melted butter and knead on low speed for 5–10 minutes, until dough is smooth and elastic.
Cover and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased bread pan.
Let rise again for another hour.
Bake at 350°F for 30–35 minutes, until golden and sounds hollow when tapped.
Let cool before slicing. Enjoy!

Homemade Mayo:
1 egg yolk
1 cup avocado oil
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp. dijon mustard
Carefully place the egg yolk in the bottom of a wide mouth mason jar (do no break the yolk). Add the lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and dijon. Carefully pour over the oil. Place an immersion blender wand directly over the yolk and blend for 10-15 seconds holding in place. Once you see the bottom of the jar beginning to look white like mayo, slowly work your immersion blender up the sides of the jar to incorporate the rest of the oil into your mayo. Enjoy! I store my homemade mayo in the fridge for a week.

Sourdough Bread & English Muffins (Linked in my sourdough guide): rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners

Coffee Creamer: rustichoney.com/iced-coffee-at-the-rustic-honey-showroom

✨ Protein Granola with Honey
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup chopped pecans (or less, to taste)
2 scoops unflavored protein powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp maple extract
2 tbsp pure raw honey
1 egg white
¼ cup melted coconut oil
Mix well (leaving some clumps of course) and spread onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 325°F for 10 minutes, stir/flip, then bake 10 more minutes.
Let cool completely to crisp up. Store for up to a week in an airtight jar or container.

Pancakes: rustichoney.com/kid-approved-and-easy-homemade-pancake-recipe

Pancake Syrup: craftycookingmama.com/diy-breakfast-pancake-syrup/#recipe

Salsa: Linking this full video (see the description box for full recipe): youtu.be/99xrQu4Oskk?si=gRui8uCOfjNdOoBe

Easy Refrigerator Pickles (2-Quart Recipe)
You’ll need 3 clean quart-size mason jars:
Fill 2 jars tightly with sliced cucumbers and onions, layering as you go.
In the third jar, mix together:
1 cup sugar
1 Tbsp salt
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp celery seeds
½ tsp turmeric
3 cups vinegar (white or apple cider both work)
Stir until sugar dissolves. Pour the brine evenly into the two jars of cucumbers. Seal and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.
Keeps in the fridge for months—if they last that long!

Bread and Butter Pickles (recipe and more canning info):
*The book I have: amzn.to/3XUiXJ0
*(Similar)New Ball book: amzn.to/4bzjALt

Hamburger Bun Recipe: natashaskitchen.com/hamburger-buns

All-Purpose Seasoning: rustichoney.com/great-for-grilling-our-favorite-all-purpose-seasoning

Homemade Taco Seasoning:
4 Tbsp. Paprika
2 Tbsp. Cumin
3 tsp. Onion Powder
2 tsp. Garlic Powder
2 tsp. Salt
2 tsp. Pepper
2 tsp. Oregano
1 tsp. Crushed red pepper flakes
(I made two batched in this video) When seasoning, start with 2 Tbsp of seasoning per 1 lb of ground meat.

HANDY LINKS:
My Sourdough Guide: rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners
Lisa at Farmhouse on Boone (Sourdough): farmhouseonboone.com/category/sourdough

Tools I recommend for canning:
Water Bath Canner: amzn.to/3VKKxWw
My Ove Glove (this was a wedding gift and seriously the best oven mitt ever! GREAT for canning when handling hot jars!): amzn.to/3Lem8DM
Ball Jars: amzn.to/4cqZzYL

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
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youtu.be/99xrQu4Oskk?si=--LTJPnolD0LTDt3
youtu.be/KYHnNcR8nAc?si=SJyt0SWF9Jrds_Yg
youtu.be/YBjKMjgd9Bo?si=CZgtV67FNTmxaWdQ

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FACEBOOK @rustichoney

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

Homemaking in a Season of Lack | Real Life on the Farm

Rustic Honey 2025-07-25 | Thank you to Earth Breeze for sponsoring this video! To save up to 40% off plus 4 free gifts go to https://earthbreeze.yt.link/PoFpW0r !

**This week on the vlog, we're talking about *abundance vs. lack*—and how choosing to see the good can change everything.** 🌿

Life's been full lately... not of hot water (still waiting on that fix 😅), but of meaningful moments and everyday blessings. In today’s video, come along as we:
• Share a family cattle drive across the farm 🐄
• Bake cookies + preserve garden peppers 🫑
• Make hearty stuffed bell peppers for dinner
• Conquer laundry and dishes (as always)
• Talk kefir water and kitchen experiments
• Reflect on what it means to notice *abundance*, even in imperfect seasons 🌱

From a quiet garden bed to a noisy kitchen full of kids and chores, I’m reminding myself (and hopefully you too) that joy often hides in the messiest moments.

👉 **Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more slow living, farmhouse family life, and honest chats from a WAHM of 4.**

#slowliving #farmhousevlog #abundancemindset #momof4 #homemaking #countrylife #realmomlife

HANDY LINKS:

RECIPES:
**My Go-To Cookie Dough Recipe** 🍪

**Ingredients:**

* 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
* ¾ cup brown sugar
* ¾ cup granulated sugar
* 2 eggs
* 1 tsp vanilla extract
* 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
* 1 tsp baking soda
* 1 tsp sea salt
* 1 cup chocolate chips (or measure with your heart!)
* ¾ cup caramel bits (or sub extra chips if you’d like)

**Instructions:**

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until fully combined.
6. Fold in chocolate chips and caramel bits.
7. Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, leaving space between cookies.

**Bake Time Options:**

* For regular cookies: Bake at 350°F for **10–12 minutes**, until edges are golden and centers look slightly soft.
* For freezer/stacked bakery-style cookies: Freeze dough scoops, then stack two scoops for extra-thick cookies. Bake frozen & stacked at **350°F for 12–14 minutes**.

**Tip:** Let cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. That helps them set up perfectly gooey in the middle!

MUSIC: Royalty free music provided courtesy of Epidemic Sound

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The Blog: rustichoney.com
The Shop: shoprustichoney.com

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INSTAGRAM @therustichoney
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High Protein Family Meals + Organizing My Farmhouse Kitchen

Rustic Honey 2025-07-11 | Hi there! Welcome back to our cozy farmhouse on these rainy summer days! We're cooking up some flavorful, high-protein family meals this week and doing a little organizing little by little. I hope you enjoy hanging out today!

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

HANDY LINKS:
High Protein Beef Stroganoff: everydaydishes.com/simple-food-recipes/dinner-recipes/high-protein-beef-stroganoff
Similar Tater tot casserole (I added cottage cheese): barefeetinthekitchen.com/tater-tot-breakfast-casserole/#wprm-recipe-container-60339
Viral sweet potato bowl idea: pinterest.com/pin/514184482479748067

RECIPES:
High Protein Sweet Potato and Hot Honey Bowls:
These hearty, flavor-packed bowls are perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or meal prep—full of color, protein, and a little sweet heat thanks to homemade hot honey!

For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
* 3 large sweet potatoes, cubed
* 2 Tbsp avocado oil
* 1 tsp chili powder
* 1 tsp smoked paprika
* 1 tsp cumin
* 1/2 tsp garlic powder
* 1/2 tsp onion powder
* Salt & black pepper, to taste

For the Taco Ground Beef:

* 2 lb ground beef
* 1 tsp chili powder
* 1 tsp cumin
* 1 tsp paprika
* 1 tsp garlic powder
* 1 tsp onion powder
* Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Cilantro Cream Sauce:

* 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
* 2 tsp lime juice
* 1 tsp minced garlic
* 1/2 tsp cumin
* 1/2 tsp chili powder
* Garlic salt, to taste
* 1 small handful of fresh cilantro
* *Optional: 1 tsp honey if skipping hot honey*

For the Hot Honey:

* 1/2 cup local raw honey
* 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
* Splash of apple cider vinegar

For Assembly:

* Sliced avocado
* Cottage cheese (full fat or low fat)
* Optional: Cooked rice & shredded cheese to stretch for a larger family

How To:

1. **Roast the Sweet Potatoes**

* Preheat oven to 425°F.
* Toss sweet potato cubes with avocado oil and seasonings until well coated.
* Spread on a parchment-lined sheet pan and bake for 20 minutes.
* Toss and return to the oven for another 15–20 minutes, until golden and slightly crispy.

2. **Cook the Taco Beef**

* In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned and fully cooked.
* Drain if needed, then stir in seasonings to taste.

3. **Make the Hot Honey**

* In a small saucepan, gently warm honey with red pepper flakes over low heat (don’t boil).
* Remove from heat, stir in a splash of apple cider vinegar.
* Optional: Strain out pepper flakes for a milder version. Store in a small jar.

4. **Blend the Cilantro Cream Sauce**

* Add all sauce ingredients to a wide-mouth mason jar.
* Blend with an immersion blender until smooth and creamy.

5. **Assemble Your Bowls**

* A scoop of cottage cheese
* Roasted sweet potatoes
* Taco-seasoned ground beef
* Sliced avocado
* Drizzle with cilantro cream sauce and hot honey
* *Optional: Add rice and shredded cheese to stretch the meal*

💡 Tips

* These bowls are great for meal prep—store components separately and reheat as needed.
* Add greens like shredded romaine or baby spinach for extra crunch and nutrients.
* Get creative with additional bowl components like peppers, onions and beans

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Making time for the things we love | Slow summer living

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Do you ever feel like there's just never enough time? In today’s vlog, I’m sharing honest thoughts on how we spend our time, what matters most, and how perfectionism can hold us back. Join me for some cozy homemaking, kitchen moments, and real-life reflections as a mom of 4.

Thank you so much for stopping by!

Lauren

RECIPES:
Pancakes: rustichoney.com/kid-approved-and-easy-homemade-pancake-recipe

Homemade syrup: craftycookingmama.com/diy-breakfast-pancake-syrup/#recipe

Easy Instant Pot Mexican Rice
Melt 2 Tbsp butter in the Instant Pot on sauté mode. Add 2 tsp minced garlic (or about 3 cloves) and 1.5 cups rinsed jasmine rice. Sauté until rice is fragrant and lightly toasted. Stir in 1 Tbsp tomato paste, 1 Tbsp chicken bouillon powder, and 3 cups water. Cook on Manual (Pressure Cook) for 5 minutes.

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Real life in a summer farmhouse

Rustic Honey 2025-06-27 | The first 500 people to use my link https://skl.sh/rustichoney06251 will receive 20% off their first year of Skillshare! Get started today!

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Hello there, sweet friend! Welcome back to our farmhouse! Today I'd thought I'd bring you along as we freshen up our back porch for the 4th of July with some new patriotic decor. I'll also show you a few new items I scored at Hobby Lobby during our recent travels to Arkansas. I'm also sharing some food inspiration and real, raw, ordinary life here at our farmhouse. Hope you enjoy spending the day together! Glad you stopped by!

Lauren

HANDY LINKS:
Flag bunting front porch: amzn.to/4kOqlyh

TRAVEL:
Patrick's Burgers (Springdale, AR): patricks-burgers.foodjoyy.com/#locations
Neumeier's Rib Room (Fort Smith, AR): facebook.com/theribroom

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4th of July Farmhouse Decor Marathon

Rustic Honey 2025-06-23 | 4th of July is right around the corner and it's time we get this farmhouse fixed up to celebrate! In today's video I'm taking you down memory lane with a marathon of past decorating videos around our home. I hope you'll find a lot of decor inspiration but also enjoy the slow, nostalgic vibes of our summer gatherings. It's all about family, friends, fireworks and freedom around here! 🇺🇸

God bless the men and women in uniform who protect our freedoms! ❤️💙🤍

Thanks for stopping by our farmhouse!
Have a safe and blessed 4th!

-Lauren

ORIGINAL VIDEOS FEATURED:
youtu.be/pmoaXHvJ7Ew?si=XPMKJZykg7EKVM2i
youtu.be/pmoaXHvJ7Ew?si=bjIcNDdUOa-vqeUu
youtu.be/TojUTzTaOcw?si=5Sg3TmocBMS4MmNJ
youtu.be/sGmE5ujJ7LA?si=rMfziS8OeMMgTZS_
youtu.be/zfnRGkz4uoQ?si=kHAHmS9OkwwGVtZZ

OTHER SUMMER VIDEOS YOU MIGHT ENJOY:
youtu.be/xgaiEbqXx7A?si=0jLSEFYaRE0qUNjS
youtu.be/WrDfJ6SGhGA?si=Re_2MlJN8olYyd0l

RECIPES:
Linked in original videos above (check the description box)

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From feeling behind to right on summer time

Rustic Honey 2025-06-20 | Thank you to VEVOR for sponsoring today's video. You can check out my new favorite garden hose reel here: VEVOR Garden Hose Reel: amzn.to/4lObeGa

Are you feeling behind this summer? I know I've said this many times to myself recently but today I'd thought I'd address the truth and put us back on track. Right on summer time! Join us for an ordinary day in our farmhouse, feeding hungry bellies, endless homemaking and slowly but surely decorating our farmhouse for the 4th of July!

RECIPES:
Homemade Pancakes:
2 cups flour
1 Tbsp sugar
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 eggs
1.5 - 1.75 cups milk (I start with 1.5 and then add more if needed)
1 tsp vanilla
1 stick butter, melted
Whisk together dry ingredients. Make a well in the middle and add the wet ingredients. Mix together until well blended but don't over-mix.
Allow batter to rest a few minutes while your pan heats over medium/low heat. Cook pancakes until you see small bubbles on top, flip and cook until golden brown (try to only flip once!) Serve with butter and maple syrup.

Shredded Beef Sliders (I subbed the cheeses with Monterey jack today - so good either way!):
iamhomesteader.com/shredded-beef-sliders/#wprm-recipe-container-118493

My Banana Bread recipe: rustichoney.com/the-best-banana-bread-recipe-with-sweet-glaze-icing

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Melissa & Doug puzzles we love: amzn.to/4ns3lqL
Snap Circuits: amzn.to/43UZwCI
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XL Slip 'n slide: amzn.to/4ldvwHI
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How to find joy in the ordinary | Slow country living | Homemaking as a mom of 4

Rustic Honey 2025-06-06 | Welcome back to our farmhouse, friend! Today we're walking through the ordinary moments of our day here on the farm. I hope you'll join us for morning chores, some simple summer cooking and meal prep and a good chat about the simplicity of happiness and joyful memories. I recently saw a movie that I just can't get out of my head. Hope you'll join me!

Glad to have you stop by!
Lauren

HANDY LINKS:
The movie I meantioned: Here - Starring: Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Kelly Reilly netflix.com/title/81680566

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When the Storms Came… Everything Changed | 3 Tornadoes | Life Update

Rustic Honey 2025-05-30 | The first 500 people to use my link https://skl.sh/rustichoney05251 will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare! This video is sponsored by Skillshare.

🌪 Life doesn’t always go as planned…

This past week, three tornadoes touched down in our small community and it’s been a whirlwind—literally and figuratively. While our home was spared, our land and community are still picking up the pieces. In this video, I’m sharing a heartfelt life update and some reflections on how the unexpected has reminded me of what really matters: faith, family, and the power of community.

If you’ve ever felt like your plans were interrupted or your schedule was completely turned upside down, I hope this video encourages you to slow down, look around, and find purpose even in the pause.

Thanks as always for stopping by!
- Lauren

—

👩‍🌾 Topics in this video:

Life update after the storms

Tornado damage to our farm

Homemaking + motherhood reflections

Encouragement for when your plans fall apart

Community and resilience after hardship

—

💛 Watch next:
🎥 Building Our Greenhouse (youtu.be/FO9su9ISv3o?si=ANZ81I1el0l82EZ7)
🎥 Preparing For Spring (youtu.be/51M5khvAorA?si=B4Ep7Y_RKzxi2ogG)
🎥 Slow Living Morning Routine (youtu.be/1HvAZ0o5-Fc?si=Vv5Lqq18-0ymxW2e)

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Home systems on auto-pilot!

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Feeling overwhelmed by the never-ending to-do list? In this video, I’m sharing simple, realistic home systems that help put your chores on autopilot—from laundry and meal planning to finances and working from home. These are the tools and habits that help our home work for us, not the other way around—so we can spend more time living slow, creative, intentional lives.

What system will you create or improve first? I'd love to know in the comments below!

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Home Systems: youtu.be/mP2MR-U7zMM?si=He99Z58XJMPxXFQ0
Meal Planning Video: youtu.be/bdtpdDEysJE?si=S70_elZ1ELeRmwWU

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The Aesthetic Dollar Channel: @theaestheticdollar

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Antique shop with me | Home decor styling tips

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It’s a sunny spring day—perfect for a little treasure hunting! ☀️✨ Today, I’m grabbing a coffee and heading out to one of my favorite antique malls with no agenda other than to wander, explore, and be inspired. I’m especially on the lookout for a bit of red, white, and blue for that classic summer charm—think Memorial Day, 4th of July, and all the sweet, slow-living summertime vibes.

Whether I find the perfect piece or just gather ideas, these little outings are all about soaking up the beauty of vintage things and imagining how they might add a touch of charm to our antique farmhouse. Come along and shop with me today—who knows what treasures we might uncover?!

Thanks for joining me!
Lauren

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Building Our DIY Greenhouse With Antique Windows & Doors | Country Garden Dreams

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Come along as we build a dreamy DIY greenhouse using antique windows and salvaged doors! This rustic garden project has been a long-time dream of ours, and we're so excited to share the process with you. Whether you're dreaming of your own backyard greenhouse or love repurposed charm, we hope this real-life-behind-the-scenes video inspires you.

Thanks for stopping by our farm today!
Lauren

RECIPES:
Sourdough english muffins and all of my favorite sourdough go-to recipes: rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners

PHOTO RESOURCES:
Inspiration photo 1: https://pin.it/31GKcSZVd
Inspiration photo 2: https://pin.it/3JTAP5VMG
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On the menu this week: spring-inspired meals in my farmhouse kitchen

Rustic Honey 2025-04-18 | The first 1,000 people to use my link will get a full year of Premium membership to Craftsy for only $1.49: go.craftsy.com/rustichoney3
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Welcome to my farmhouse kitchen! Today we're cooking up some lighter favorites for spring. I've been starting my day with some protein cinnamon roll overnight oats, grabbing a quick asian chicken salad for lunch and enjoying energy bites and coffee in the afternoons for a pick-me-up (keep momma going) snack. Today I'm also sharing a new dinner recipe that is sure to be a hit in your home too. Great for field meals on the farm or on the go for baseball nights! Hope you leave today's video hungry and inspired to create an excited meal plan for your family this spring!

Thanks so much for stopping by!
Lauren

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Sweet Spring Days: youtu.be/Vfxl9l90FWw?si=aEKPW3hz7RKQwIux

HANDY LINKS:
Raising Foxes on IG (Jen Fox - inspired the overnight oats): instagram.com/raisingfoxes
The smash burger tacos Inspo: https://pin.it/4g82L6UDT
Ginger sesame dressing I've used and enjoyed: punkiesfavorite.com/product/punkies-favorite-ginger-sesame-vinaigrette

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Mason jars (I need more wide mouth jars now, haha): amzn.to/3GdwEfs
Mixer: amzn.to/4cE0W7g
Large griddle: amzn.to/3RRLlau
Ove Glove: amzn.to/3RSGuWv

RECIPES:
Asian chicken Salad & dressing:
Ingredients – Salad
Salad greens (spring mix, romaine, or your favorite blend)
1 cup shelled edamame (steamed or thawed from frozen)
½ small red onion, thinly sliced (pickled red onion optional)
Crispy wonton strips
Fresh cilantro, chopped
2-3 large grilled chicken breasts, sliced
Optional Toppings:
Shredded carrot
Slivered almonds or chopped peanuts

Ginger Vinaigrette Dressing:
Mix the following ingredients in a mason jar and shake well to combine:
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp sesame oil
2 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp rice vinegar
2 Tbsp coconut aminos (or soy sauce)
2 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp minced ginger (or ginger paste)
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp red pepper flakes
¼ tsp smoked paprika
Sea salt, to taste
To Assemble:
In a large bowl or individual plates, layer your salad greens.
Add grilled chicken, edamame, red onion, wonton strips, and cilantro
Top with any optional ingredients you like.
Drizzle with the ginger vinaigrette just before serving.
Toss gently and enjoy!

Maple Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats:
Ingredients (per jar):
½ cup rolled oats
1 Tbsp chia seeds
¾ cup milk of choice
½ to 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (depending on preference)
½ tsp maple extract
½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp sea salt
To Prepare:
Add all ingredients to a mason jar or airtight container.
Shake or stir well to combine.
Refrigerate overnight (or at least 6+ hours).
Topping (Add in the Morning):
½ container vanilla Greek yogurt
Sprinkle of cinnamon
Optional drizzle of maple syrup
Optional fruit: sliced strawberries or blueberries
Enjoy chilled — no cooking required! Store in the fridge for up to a week!

🍔 Smash Burger Tacos with Special Sauce
Ingredients – Smash Burger Tacos
1 lb ground beef (I may have had more like 1.5)
Garlic salt and black pepper, to taste
16 small flour street-style tortillas
8 slices American cheese (I used half a slice per taco)
Toppings: chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, onions, pickles, etc.
To Prepare:
Divide the ground beef into 16 small meatballs.
Season each with garlic salt and pepper.
Preheat a large griddle or Blackstone to high heat.
Place each burger ball on the hot surface and top with a tortilla.
Use a flat spatula to press (smash) the burger flat under the tortilla.
Cook for 2–3 minutes until the meat is browned.
Flip each taco so the tortilla is now on the griddle.
Top with a half slice of American cheese and cook for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the tortilla to crisp.
Fold into tacos and remove from heat.
Add toppings and finish with a generous drizzle of the special burger sauce.
Special Sauce (Burger Sauce)
Whisk together the following in a small bowl or shake in a mason jar:
¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
¼ cup homemade mayo (or store-bought)
2 tsp vinegar (white or apple cider)
2 tsp mustard
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic salt
1 tsp honey
3 Tbsp chopped dill pickles
2 tsp dill pickle juice
(makes 16 tacos)

Cookie dough go-to (in the video description here): youtu.be/q9xcS73wyPQ?si=NL87SaEqz9i7yfeB
Energy bites: rustichoney.com/energy-bites-recipe-with-local-honey

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Evening Rhythms & Habits That Make My Mornings Better | Mom of 4 Farm Wife

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Evenings in our home don’t follow a perfect routine—but they do follow a rhythm. As a work-from-home mom of four, these simple habits help me wind down the day with intention and set up for a smoother tomorrow. Come spend a slow evening with us and gather a little inspiration for your own nightly reset. 🌙✨

#EveningRoutine #MomOf4 #SlowLiving #NightRoutine #WAHMMom

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Morning Routine/Habits Video:

RECIPES:
Chocolate Chip Sourdough Discard Muffins: twelveonmain.com/sourdough-discard-chocolate-chip-muffins
Sourdough Favorite Recipes and Resources: rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners

HANDY LINKS:
How to make your own sourdough starter (the tutorial I used to make mine is here): iamhomesteader.com/sourdough-starter
Lamp (battery powered - awesome find!): amzn.to/43PNWJq
Floor Lamp (it's new and I'm loving it so far!): amzn.to/3G59esu
Bee the light tees (like my hoodie):shoprustichoney.com/products/bee-the-light-tee?_pos=1&_sid=d49f6c474&_ss=r
My floral embroidered sweatshirt: shoprustichoney.com/collections/new/products/dusty-olive-embroidered-french-terry-pullover?variant=45954189590755

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Reclaim your productivity with these 7 tips! | Quit procrastinating & get it all done with me

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Come on in and stay awhile! Today, we’re tackling procrastination and I’m sharing 7 tips that help me stay on track and actually get things done!

While we chat, I’m refreshing our farmhouse for spring and Easter, cleaning up our back porch to get ready for a birthday party, and whipping up a delicious peanut butter chocolate protein bars!

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of putting things off, I hope these tips encourage you to take small steps forward and find more joy in the everyday!

✨ What’s in this video:
✔️ Back porch clean & prep for a party
✔️ Spring & Easter decorating – simple & cozy farmhouse touches
✔️ A yummy, easy snack (peanut butter + chocolate = YES!)
✔️ 7 tips to stop procrastinating and take action

Let me know in the comments—what’s something you’ve been putting off? Maybe today’s the day to tackle it together! ❤️

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

#SpringDecorating #FarmhouseRefresh #WAHMMom #ProcrastinationTips #CleaningMotivation

RECIPE:
No Bake Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Protein Bars: rustichoney.com/easy-no-bake-peanut-butter-dark-chocolate-protein-bars

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Overcoming Overwhelm: youtu.be/H1WfUvQv20Q?si=rXGELfQPtvl1r6X_

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Preparing for spring in our countryside farmhouse | All the spring things vlog

Rustic Honey 2025-03-28 | The first 1,000 people to use my link will get a full year of Premium membership to Craftsy for only $1.49: go.craftsy.com/rustichoney2
Thank you Craftsy for sponsoring today's video!

Spring is in the air! 🌷 Join me for a cozy countryside vlog as we prep the garden for planting, do a little spring shopping, and add a handmade touch to Easter decor. In the kitchen, I’m keeping meals simple with a high-protein lunch wrap and an easy semi-homemade mexican casserole. Plus, I’m diving into hand embroidery—learning new skills is so fun! Come on in and stay awhile! 💛

-Lauren

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Last Year's Easter Decor Video: youtu.be/y89bHYHznp4?si=Dvt5rMH50PI-_Klt
Easter DIY fails and successes: youtu.be/qK6rgnz0EgY?si=QYdYSHlUHY7ydp_V
Easter DIY projects: youtu.be/BT-CdUhAhhU?si=oDpGN8Zw7uzx5ttq
Easter DIYs part 2: youtu.be/-RXDGp2S5Vc?si=Fd4ke5BMkWei0umq

RECIPES:
Pico de Gallo & Guacamole
If you're making pico, you might as well make guac too! These fresh and flavorful condiments are perfect for topping your favorite dishes or enjoying with tortilla chips.

Pico de Gallo
Ingredients:
5-6 Roma tomatoes, chopped into bite-sized pieces
3/4 med red onion, finely chopped (yellow or sweet onion works too)
1 jalapeño, finely chopped (fresh is best; jarred works too—omit for mild pico)
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Juice and zest of 1 large lime
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp cumin
Instructions:
In a medium bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and garlic (if using).
Add lime juice, lime zest, salt, pepper, and cumin.
Stir well and let sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Guacamole
Ingredients:
5-6 ripe avocados, mashed
½ cup prepared pico de gallo
Instructions:
In a bowl, mash the avocados to your desired consistency.
Stir in the pico de gallo.
Mix well and enjoy! When storing leftovers, make sure all air is removed so avocados won't brown as much!

Chicken Verde Enchilada Casserole
A simple, flavorful, and semi-homemade casserole with tender shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and a zesty green enchilada sauce. Perfect for a busy weeknight!

Ingredients:
3 large boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts) – frozen or thawed
1 tsp pepper
1 1/2 tsp cumin
1 1/2 tsp garlic salt
½ lime, juiced
1 cup water or broth
Avocado oil (for greasing)
Corn tortillas
1 can pinto beans (or beans of choice)
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 jar Siete brand green enchilada sauce (or your favorite brand)
Minced onion & chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream, pico de gallo, and guacamole (for serving)

Cook the Chicken:
Place frozen chicken thighs (or breasts) in the Instant Pot.
Season with pepper, cumin, garlic salt, and lime juice. Add 1 cup of water or broth to the bottom. Cook on manual mode for 14 minutes (reduce time for thawed chicken).

Once cooked, shred the chicken and set aside.
Assemble the Casserole:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a casserole dish with avocado oil.
Layer torn corn tortillas to cover the bottom.
Add shredded chicken, pinto beans, shredded cheese, and a drizzle of green enchilada sauce.
Repeat layers 3-4 times, finishing with cheese on top.
Bake & Serve:
Cover and bake for 25 minutes.
Garnish with minced onion and chopped cilantro.
Serve with Greek yogurt or sour cream, pico de gallo, and guacamole.

Lunch Wrap:
Realgood foods co. brand chicken strips (lightly breaded)
Carb Balance Mission tortillas
Caesar Salad dressing (I used Primal Kitchen brand)
Parmesan cheese, shredded
Romaine lettuce or greens of choice
Instructions:
Top your tortilla with chopped romaine lettuce, cooked chicken strips (chop the chicken if desired) and parmesan cheese. Drizzle over your salad dressing and enjoy. I served with a side or cottage cheese for extra protein and garnished my plate with Peperoncini peppers and kalamata olives.

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Spring clean our filthy farmhouse with me | My dirty secrets revealed!

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Hey there! Glad you stopped by today! In this video I'm exposing the dirty secrets lurking around this filthy farmhouse as the spring cleaning bug hits! Feels so good to get things freshened up for spring! I hope this video motivates you to get going on your cleaning, decluttering and detoxing journey this Lent as well! Would love to hear from you in the comments! Thanks so much for being here!

-Lauren

RECIPES:
Tomato soup recipe (*I omitted the sugar today and also tossed in quite a few garden freezer tomatoes): rustichoney.com/homemade-tomato-soup
Sourdough for beginners (my resource guide - includes recipe links for english muffins): rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners

SHOPPING:
Most all of my outfits are from my shop: shoprustichoney.com

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Not Where I Wanted to Be (But Exactly Where I Need to Be) | Baking for the Week + Life Lessons

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Come on in and stay awhile, friend — today we’re baking for the week, but more than that, we’re talking about the kind of ‘failure’ that really just means you’re growing. It didn’t all go as planned… but maybe that’s exactly how it’s meant to be.

Have you ever felt like you were “failing” only to realize you were learning all along?
I’d love to hear your heart in the comments. Let’s chat about it below. 💛

Thanks for stopping by!
-Lauren

P.S. I told you my mom brain is going strong this week and there you have it, I totally messed up mid-video while editing! lol! So sorry about that!

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Sourdough for a year: youtu.be/rZb0Rv10nmw

HANDY LINKS:
The Gap and the Gain Book (seriously one of my favorites!): amzn.to/3Ft7toJ
Atomic Habits (another fav!): amzn.to/4isH1dn

RECIPES:
Sourdough Guide for Beginners (and all my favorite sourdough recipes!): rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners

✨ Protein Granola with Honey
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup chopped pecans (or less, to taste)
2 scoops unflavored protein powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp maple extract
2 tbsp pure raw honey
1 egg white
¼ cup melted coconut oil
Mix well (leaving some clumps of course) and spread onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 325°F for 10 minutes, stir/flip, then bake 10 more minutes.
Let cool completely to crisp up. Store for up to a week in an airtight jar or container.

Homemade Mayo:
1 egg yolk
1 cup avocado oil
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp. dijon mustard
Carefully place the egg yolk in the bottom of a wide mouth mason jar (do no break the yolk). Add the lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and dijon. Carefully pour over the oil. Place an immersion blender wand directly over the yolk and blend for 10-15 seconds holding in place. Once you see the bottom of the jar beginning to look white like mayo, slowly work your immersion blender up the sides of the jar to incorporate the rest of the oil into your mayo. Enjoy! I store my homemade mayo in the fridge for a week.

🍔 Quick Homemade Hamburger Buns
Soft, golden, and ready in under an hour — perfect for busy weeknights!
2¼ Tbsp yeast
1 cup warm water (plus 1Tbsp)
3 Tbsp honey
1 egg (beaten)
3 cups all-purpose flour
1½ tsp salt
⅓ cup avocado oil
Optional: egg white + sesame seeds for topping
Mix yeast, warm water, and honey. Let it rest while you prep the dry ingredients.
In a stand mixer, combine flour and salt. Add the beaten egg to the yeast mixture, then pour it into the flour mixture. Knead 3–5 minutes, slowly adding avocado oil. Add extra flour as needed until dough pulls away from the sides.

Shape into 8 buns (or more for smaller sizes). Cover and let rise for 10 minutes.
Brush with egg white and sprinkle sesame seeds if desired.
Bake at 425°F for about 18 minutes, until golden brown.

🥗 Easy Chicken Salad (Sweet & Crunchy)
A quick, fresh lunch option — perfect for make-ahead meals or sandwiches!
2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded or chopped
⅓ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped pickled red onion (or regular works fine)
⅔ cup red grapes, halved
⅓ cup chopped pecans
Dressing:
½ cup mayo
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
Optional: 3 Tbsp honey for a sweeter twist
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp poppy seeds
Garlic salt, salt & pepper to taste
Toss everything together in a large bowl and chill until ready to serve.
Delicious on croissants, sandwich bread, or over greens!

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Dont believe this lie... | Thoughtful Homemaking & Spring Fever

Rustic Honey 2025-03-07 | Thank you to Bedsure for sponsoring today's video!
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Spring is in the air, and I’m embracing that spring fever by freshening up our home with some thoughtful homemaking! Today, I’m tackling our bedroom—washing curtains, swapping out bedding, and sewing a new floral pillow cover to bring in a little seasonal charm.

To keep things simple in the kitchen, I started the morning with homemade croissant egg and ham sandwiches, and for dinner, we’re throwing together a hearty meat-and-potatoes slow cooker recipe (Pinterest-inspired, of course 😉). Keeping meals easy lets me put my energy into making our home feel fresh and cozy for the new season.

Join me for a slow, intentional day of homemaking, spring cleaning, and appreciating the beauty of taking care of what we already have. Let me know in the comments—what’s your favorite way to refresh your home for spring? 🌷💛

Thanks for stopping by!
-Lauren

RESOURCES:
Sewing Tutorial for Curtains:rustichoney.com/how-to-sew-linen-curtain-panels-pillows-girls-farmhouse-bedroom
My sewing machine: amzn.to/41JEsh2
My green embroidered top: shoprustichoney.com/collections/new/products/dusty-olive-embroidered-french-terry-pullover

RECIPES:
Slow Cooker Meal: pinterest.com/pin/575686764886845100

Davy Crocket Cookies
Mix together in the following order:
2 cups flour (all purpose)
2 cups oats (old-fashioned rolled oats, not instant)
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp vanilla
2 eggs
1 cup oil (vegetable oil or canola oil typically... I've also used coconut oil but it does change the flavor a bit)
1-1.5 cups chocolate chips (I often measure with my heart here! Use what you have but today's combo was semi-sweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips and butterscotch chips. In the past, I've also done white chocolate chips and caramel nibs! So yummy!)
Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes - don't over bake!!
Allow to cool for a few minutes and then cut into squares and enjoy!

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Sewing Room Makeover: youtu.be/fGRJjSmFGGk

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I know Im going to miss this...

Rustic Honey 2025-02-28 | The first 500 people to use my link https://skl.sh/rustichoney02251 will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare! Thank you again to Skillshare for sponsoring today's video!

There’s nothing better than a cozy snow day spent in the kitchen, filling the house with the comforting aroma of home-cooked meals. Today, I’m sharing some of my favorite slow-living recipes—perfect for a winter day at home!

On the Menu:
Slow Cooker Balsamic Pot Roast – A rich, flavorful, fall-apart tender roast that simmers all day in the slow cooker.
Homemade Bagels – Fresh, chewy, and golden brown—these make the best breakfast!
Overnight Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls – Soft, fluffy, and perfectly sweet!

Join me in my farmhouse kitchen as I embrace the simple joys of home cooking and slow living.
Grab a warm drink, cozy up, and let’s bake together!

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RECIPES:
Overnight Sourdough Bagels: displacedhousewife.com/sourdough-bagels/#recipe

Slow Cooker Balsamic Pot Roast
Ingredients:
3-4 lb chuck roast (or rump roast)
2 tsp thyme
2 tsp garlic salt
Salt & pepper to taste
1 tbsp avocado oil
4-5 potatoes, chopped
3-4 carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 ½ cups beef bone broth (divided)
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions:

Pat roast dry and season with thyme, garlic salt, salt, and pepper.
Sear in a hot cast iron skillet with avocado oil (about 2-3 min per side).
Place chopped potatoes & carrots in the slow cooker, then set the roast on top.
In the same skillet, sauté onions until softened. Deglaze with 1 cup bone broth, balsamic vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits.
Pour sauce over the roast and veggies. Add remaining ½ cup broth around the edges.
Slow cook on LOW for 6-8 hours until fork-tender.
Serve warm with the rich broth poured over the top. Enjoy!

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Overnight Sourdough Maple Cinnamon Rolls
Dough (Make the Night Before):
1 cup (276g) warm milk
4 tbsp (60g) softened butter
⅔ cup (150g) active sourdough starter
3 tbsp (40g) sugar
3 ½ cups (450g) flour
2 tsp (11g) salt
Knead for 3-5 minutes in a stand mixer or by hand. Grease the bowl with coconut oil, place dough back in, cover, and let rise overnight.

Next Morning:
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface, shape into a rectangle, and let rest 10 minutes.
Roll out into a large rectangle and spread with this mixture:
½ stick (¼ cup) melted butter
2 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp maple extract (or vanilla)
1 cup brown sugar
Roll into a log and slice into 16 rolls (~1.5” each). Place in a greased pan, cover, and let rise 1-2 hours.
Bake at 350°F for 25-30 min – watch closely to avoid over-baking!

Icing:
2 cups powdered sugar
4 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup butter, softened
½ tsp vanilla or maple extract
Splash of milk or half & half
Blend until smooth and spread generously over warm rolls. Enjoy!

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Simple Country Cooking for Our Farm Family | Farm-Raised, Garden-Grown, & Always Made with Love

Rustic Honey 2025-02-21 | Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring today's video! Visit http://wildgrain.com/RUSTICHONEY and use code “RUSTICHONEY” at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life!

Welcome to a week of cozy, simple country cooking! 🍳 This video is all about making delicious, from-scratch meals for my family using farm-raised meats, garden-grown produce, and homemade staples.

🍽️ Here’s what’s cooking:
✨ A hearty, homemade breakfast casserole with extra hash browns prepped for the freezer (because I love make-ahead staples!)
🍔 Grilled hamburgers and brats on homemade sesame buns—featuring farm meats and venison from our own land
🥩 Juicy pork chops with roasted leftover veggies for a no-waste, flavor-packed dinner
🍪 A sweet treat—our family’s peanut butter bar cookies, straight from the recipe box
🍕 A fun Saturday night homemade pizza, using up canned goods and dancing in the kitchen to finish off the week!

Cooking from scratch isn’t just about the food—it’s about love, tradition, and gathering around the table. I hope this video brings you inspiration for simple, wholesome meals your family will love. ❤️

Thanks for stopping by! - Lauren

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RECIPES:
Farmhouse Breakfast Casserole with Hash Browns
4-5 medium potatoes, washed and dried (peel if desired)
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped bell pepper
1 tbsp avocado oil (or preferred cooking oil)
1 lb cooked sausage, crumbled
1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 eggs
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic salt
½ tsp onion powder
Instructions:
🔹 Prepare the Hash Browns
Shred the potatoes and soak them in salted water for 10 minutes (or overnight in the fridge if prepping ahead). Strain, rinse, and pat dry thoroughly.
🔹 Cook the Veggies & Hash Browns
3. Heat a well-seasoned cast iron skillet over medium heat and drizzle with avocado oil.
4. Add chopped onion and bell pepper, sauté for a few minutes until softened.
5. Spread the shredded potatoes over the top and cook for 5-7 minutes.
6. Flip the potatoes, cover, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until golden and tender.
🔹 Assemble & Bake
7. Transfer the cooked hash brown mixture to a greased baking dish.
8. Layer with crumbled sausage and shredded cheddar cheese.
9. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, pepper, garlic salt, and onion powder.
10. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers in the baking dish.
11. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted. Serve warm & enjoy!

Roasted Leftover Veggies:
1 large sweet potato, chopped
1 large white potato, chopped
1 ½ cups Brussels sprouts, halved
1 cup broccoli florets
2 tbsp avocado oil
1 tsp garlic salt (or to taste)
pepper to taste
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat & Prep – Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Season the Veggies – toss the sweet potatoes, white potatoes, and Brussels sprouts with avocado oil and garlic salt and pepper on the lined sheet.
Roast in Stages – Spread the seasoned veggies (except broccoli) evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 10-12 minutes.
Add Broccoli – Remove the sheet from the oven, add the broccoli and parmesan, and toss everything together.
Finish Roasting – Return to the oven and roast for another 10-12 minutes, or until all the veggies are tender and lightly crisped on the edges. Serve & Enjoy!

Quick Hamburger Buns (I subbed avocado oil in this recipe): bit.ly/4k9Baej

Quick Pizza Dough (recipe in description box of this video with bonus recipe): youtu.be/Q7-o5GuGA_8?si=88tGPo7l3PA2zueb

Aunt Janet's Peanut Butter Bar Cookies:
1/2 cup butter unsalted, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/3 cup peanut butter
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 cup quick oats
Preheat over to 350 degrees. Mix together butter, sugars and egg. Add vanilla and peanut butter. Then add in dry ingredients and mix. Spread into a greased 9x13 baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until set. Immediately pour 1 cup chocolate chips over the top of cookie bars and allow to melt. Meanwhile, mix 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 cup peanut butter and a splash of milk to make icing. Ice bars and allow to fully set. Cut, serve and enjoy!

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My olive half-zip pullover: shoprustichoney.com/products/zenana-women-sweatshirt-fp-bf33d?variant=45703265321187
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I FINALLY bought it!! Antique & Thrift Shop With Me

Rustic Honey 2025-02-14 | Get up to 45% off your Grüns order today! Just click my link here: bit.ly/RusticHoney_Gruns
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Today I’m sharing my latest thrift store treasures and taking you along to explore a charming antique mall. After eyeing a special antique piece for so long, I finally brought it home—and the best part? It was on sale! 😍 Sometimes, things are just meant to be. Join me for a cozy day of treasure hunting and vintage finds!

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

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Slow Living Morning Routine | WAHM Mom of 4 & Small Business Owner

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As a work-from-home mom of four and small business owner, I’ve learned that starting my day with the right habits helps me feel more grounded, productive, and ready to take on whatever comes my way! In this video, I’m sharing the morning rhythms that help me balance homemaking, motherhood, and work—all while embracing a slower, more intentional pace.
I hope this inspires you to create a routine that sets you up for a successful day too!

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Homemaking, Baking & Sewing With Love | Vintage Vibes | Handmade Home

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Be sure to go see what Andrea made this week over at Our Sweet Sunny Days: youtu.be/Vt-QxfMPAUU

Made with Love: Artisan Sourdough Bread, Biscuits & A Handmade Baby Dress

This week, I’m diving into the joy of slow living with creative projects in the kitchen and my sewing room! First, I’m baking a beautiful artisan sourdough loaf and prepping freezer-friendly sourdough biscuits—perfect for making busy days a little easier. I’ll walk you through shaping the dough, baking, and enjoying the results!

Then, join me in the sewing room as I design and sew a handmade baby dress for my daughter. Inspired by vintage patterns, this one-of-a-kind floral dress features delicate lace details and rustic drawstring ties. It’s a heartfelt project, made with love and intention.

If you love farmhouse living, sourdough baking, and handmade creations, this video is full of cozy inspiration! 💛

✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more simple living, baking, and creative home projects!

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

P.S. Be sure to go see what Andrea made this week over at Our Sweet Sunny Days: youtu.be/Vt-QxfMPAUU

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Sewing room reveal: youtu.be/fGRJjSmFGGk

HANDY LINKS:
The Bible in a year with Fr. Mike (I use the app but you can also listen to the podcast): media.ascensionpress.com/category/ascension-podcasts/bibleinayear

SHOP THIS VIDEO:
My blouse (I'm in medium): shoprustichoney.com/products/in-loom-women-blouse-fp-f1b7b?_pos=1&_psq=blouse&_ss=e&_v=1.0
My sewing machine (minus the "sharpie scribble charm" the kids have added to mine, haha!): amzn.to/3PUOdm4
Sewing scissors: amzn.to/40DJwlB

RECIPES:
My sourdough beginner favorite resources: rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners
Freezer biscuit recipe I tried (I doubled this recipe): sarahtherese.co/sourdough-freezer-biscuits/#recipe

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Chaos To Calm | Reset Your Home In One Hour!

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Join me as I tackle our post-holiday mess and transform our farmhouse from chaos to calm in just one hour! With the house turned upside down, I raced against the clock while the baby napped, cleaning room by room and batching key tasks to reset our space quickly and efficiently.

In this video, I’m sharing my best power-hour cleaning tips to help you make the most of your time and reclaim your home when life feels overwhelming. Let’s tackle the mess together and enjoy the cozy, refreshed feeling of a clean home! It will be so worth it!

✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more farmhouse living, simple systems, and slow-living inspiration!

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Cozy Snow Day in Our 1903 Farmhouse 🌨️ | Rustic Cooking & Family Fun

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There's nothing like a snow day to bring out the cozy vibes in our 1903 farmhouse! ❄️ Today, we’re embracing the chill with heartwarming meals and nostalgic treats.

☕ In This Video:

Start the day with semi-homemade donuts, just like grandma used to make.
For lunch, it’s a chili baked potato bar—the ultimate comfort food!
Dessert? A homemade apple cobbler from our fall harvest and some snow ice cream straight from the backyard.

While the kids juggle homework and backyard snow fun, I’ll be wrapping up the day with a slow and romantic goat cheese chicken risotto for dinner.

The world outside may be freezing, but the warmth of the farmhouse kitchen will wrap you up like a big hug! Grab a warm drink, and join us for a slice of country life. 💕

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RECIPES:
Semi-Homemade Donuts: rustichoney.com/easy-homemade-donuts-3-ways

Baked Potatoes:
Wash and dry your baking potatoes and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and garlic salt and then massage until well coated. Bake at 400 degrees for about 30 minutes and then flip them over and continue baking another 30 minutes or so until fork tender. Outside will be slightly crisp and interior fluffy and tender. Baking time will vary on size of potatoes and oven temps.

Homemade Chili:
We made a pot of chili in this video and you can find that recipe in the description box of this video here: youtu.be/qclbjEvg4Ww

Homemade Snow Ice Cream:
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk + 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (or just use all milk like grandma ;) )
1-2 tsp. vanilla extract
Whisk the wet ingredients together and then add in fresh snow and mix until you reach the desired soft serve consistency. Best served right away!

Similar (EASY) Apple Cobbler Recipe: (rustichoney.com/rustic-apple-cobbler)
*The crisp I had made in this video is slightly different and I honestly don't remember the exact measurements, so sorry! It was a late night chopping apples and I just through it together for our freezer stash! I assume it was very similar to this recipe for crisp: allrecipes.com/recipe/24127/apple-oatmeal-crisp

Creamy Chicken Goat Cheese Risotto:
2 large chicken breasts
1-2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
1/2 tsp. Garlic powder
1/2 tsp. Onion powder
Salt + pepper
Cube the chicken breast into bite-size pieces and saute in a fry pan with seasonings until cooked through. Set aside.
1 c. Arborio Rice
4 c. Chicken Broth
1 Tbsp. Butter
1 medium onion diced
2 tsp. fresh minced garlic
In the same pan, add the butter and diced onion. Saute until translucent and then add in the garlic and rice to toast slightly. Add one cup of the broth to deglaze your pan. You can also use wine to deglaze if you have any on hand. Then continue to add one cup of warm broth at a time to the rice allowing it to absorb most of the liquid before adding in more. The result is a very creamy risotto rice.
If needed, use the 1/2 c. extra water to continue the process until the rice is creamy and al dente.
1/2 cup chopped spinach
4 oz. Goat Cheese (or use cream cheese instead)
Once the risotto is finished, add the cooked chicken back in along with the goat cheese and spinach. Stir to combine and melt the cheese into every bite! Top with a drizzle of balsamic glaze if desired. See method below:

Balsamic glaze:
1) Over med/low heat, add the balsamic vinegar to a small saucepan. Allow the vinegar to simmer while stirring (do not burn). Cook until the vinegar begins to thicken and coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. As it cools it will continue to thicken into a syrup consistency.

Similar recipe for "Apple Chicken Roulade" on my blog (from centuries ago!): rustichoney.com/copy-cat-brew-co-apple-chicken-roulade

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Slow Snow Day at the Farmhouse | Slow Living

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Welcome to a peaceful snow day in our cozy early 1900’s farmhouse! ❄️ We’re embracing slow living today with warm baking sessions, homeschooling by the fire, and watching the snow blanket the countryside. Lunch is a hearty bowl of homemade soup, perfect for a winter’s day.

In between cleaning up the never-ending post-Christmas messes, we’re reflecting on New Year’s resolutions and sharing thoughts on how to set confident, achievable goals for the year ahead. Join us for a glimpse into the simple joys of farmhouse life during winter—filled with cozy vibes, vintage charm, and heartwarming moments. 🏡

Other videos mentioned:
Pulled pork pickle pizza (Slowing Down Video): youtu.be/Q7-o5GuGA_8?si=WQKEfPQePI7-7rkq

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7 Ways to Close 2024 & Set Yourself Up for Success in 2025 | BEFORE You Set ANY New Years Goals

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Join me today as we close down 2024, reset and reflect on this past year. Don't set your new year's goals until you've stepped through these 7 things! I promise taking the time to do these things will in fact make your goals for 2025 that much more effective! So let's close down the year together, rest, reflect and gain clarity on how to make the next year your best yet!

Let me know in the comments if you have anything you'd add to my list!
Thanks for stopping by and thank you again for your viewership in 2024! I'm so glad you're here!

Have a blessed new year!
-Lauren

Past videos in this collection (and recipes will be in description box of these individual videos):

Cozy Winter Homemaking: youtu.be/RcIaMKsEr8k?si=bW8qPU8imF-Dy_5r
Pioneer Woman Trip: youtu.be/-bbnS8DBYto?si=klwSUCswzyz89dXu
Special Touches for Baby & Birthday Girl: youtu.be/jKm8nQfpSrE?si=YslaQeA2G7RQputc
Farm Wife Life: youtu.be/K0GiwoS-M2Y?si=VrA-gLN90AtQT3tI
Farm to table: youtu.be/99xrQu4Oskk?si=WDONq3mejc3R5j-q
Vintage Sewing Room Makeover: youtu.be/fGRJjSmFGGk?si=rkuY83O3yqaHjP8G

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Make-Ahead Holiday Recipes | Breakfast, Sides & Dessert | Farmhouse Kitchen

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So glad you stopped by today! We're getting ready for Christmas around here with some yummy holiday recipes! We'll be working ahead on Christmas morning breakfast with scratch-made sausage gravy and easy overnight cinnamon buns. I'll also be sharing some easy party sides including a colorful salad that is as delicious as it is beautiful, a decadent turtle cheesecake (with my easy, go-to base recipe) and a sweet potato casserole that is sure to get you all the compliments this Christmas!

Let me know which recipes you plan to try! I hope you enjoy them all!
Thanks for cooking with me today!

Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

-Lauren

Christmas Kitchen Organization Video: youtu.be/CxoboJV5zYE?si=rxPjTvvzOOWBrj6K

RECIPES:
DROP BISCUITS:(If you want to try the easiest biscuit recipe, try these drop biscuits!): rustichoney.com/country-drop-biscuits

SCRATCH-MADE SAUSAGE GRAVY:
1.5 - 2 lb ground sausage
4 Tbsp. flour
3-4 cups milk

Brown the sausage in a large skillet over med/hi heat.
Drain off any excess grease.
Add 4 Tbsp of flour and cook over medium/low heat for 1-2 min.
Add 1 cup of milk, stirring to deglaze all the cooked on bits from the pan
Add 2 more cups of milk, stir and return heat to med/hi to simmer and thicken. Finally add the last of the milk until you reach your desired gravy consistency.
Salt & Pepper to taste

OVERNIGHT CINNAMON BUNS ("Christmas Morning Rolls"):
Here's the link to my original recipe with the butterscotch pudding mix (sounds weird but it's so good!): rustichoney.com/overnight-cinnamon-buns

Here's the version I made today:
1 stick butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
15 frozen dinner rolls
Butter to coat your pan (remember my mistake! Grease your pan well!)
Melt in a small sauce pan the butter, sugars and salt. Bring to a simmer, add vanilla and remove from heat. Pour over the frozen dinner rolls and allow to rise at least 5 hours or overnight covered lightly with a towel or plastic wrap. Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes. Remove from oven and immediately and very carefully, invert your pan of rolls onto another platter or dish. Cool a few minutes and then top with this cream cheese icing:
CREAM CHEESE ICING:
1/3 bar of cream cheese (3-4oz)
2-3 Tbsp milk
1-2 tsp vanilla extract
About 2 cups of powdered sugar (I tend to eyeball this - add more or less if needed)
Use a mixer to blend the cream cheese and milk first, then add in the vanilla and one cup at a time of the powdered sugar until the desired consistency is achieved to ice your rolls.

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE:
Inspired by this recipe: thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a11302/soul-sweet-taters-step-by-step-recipe

MY VERSION (for two large 9 x 13 pans):
10-12 medium sweet potatoes (washed, baked and peeled)
1.5 cups sugar
1.5 cups milk
4 eggs
2-3 tsp vanilla
2-3 tsp salt
(Mix the above together and pour into greased baking dishes)
Topping:
2 sticks of butter (1 cup)
2 cups brown sugar
2 cups pecans
1 cup flour
Use a pastry cutter to break up the butter and mix this crumble together. Could also grate in the butter and mix it up. Top your potatoes with this topping. Refrigerate until ready to bake if making ahead. Bake (from cold) at 400 degrees for 20-30 minutes covered and another 10-20 minutes uncovered until heated through and topping is golden. If baking right away baking time will be much shorter!

TURTLE CHEESECAKE
rustichoney.com/turtle-candied-pecan-cheesecake

CANDIED PECANS: I followed this base recipe (I omitted the zest and cayenne)
inspiredtaste.net/47514/easy-candied-pecans

HARVEST/HOLIDAY SALAD (Apples, Cranberries, Goat Cheese, etc):
rustichoney.com/harvest-cranberry-pecan-salad

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Simple Christmas Crafts, Sewing & Homemaking

Rustic Honey 2024-12-11 | Join me today in our farmhouse for some simple and frugal handmade Christmas crafts. First up, we'll be sewing a scrappy Christmas tree pillow using up some scrap fabrics found in my sewing room. Then we'll be tackling some quick and simple DIYs around the home including dried oranges (fool proof tested), a hot cocoa/coffee bar, some vintage-inspired bells, antique inspired frames and more!

Another DIY you might enjoy are these large handmade paper snowflakes in this video here: youtu.be/RcIaMKsEr8k?si=VjMpDTuATNS911Z8

00:00 Introduction
00:39 Scrappy Christmas Tree Pillow
08:58 Antique Frame Custom Photo Magnet
11:56 Old-Fashioned Dried Oranges
13:04 Aged Christmas Bells
13:56 Hot Cocoa Bar
16:46 Finished Projects
18:13 Unboxing New Frames & Candles
19:22 Final Thoughts

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

Other videos mentioned:
Cozy Homemaking (with plaid tree pillow): youtu.be/P6bdR7D7KKU?si=BCi1uuRlj7wKeX6-

SHOP THIS VIDEO:
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Simple Country Christmas Decor Inspiration | Old Farmhouse Living

Rustic Honey 2024-11-29 | Join me for some festive Christmas decorating as we bring rustic Christmas decor and vintage Christmas touches to our old farmhouse! I'll be decorating several spaces in our home today and talking about traditional Christmas decor and some ways to personalize your home for the holidays. I hope you find plenty of decorating inspiration in today's video!

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

Other videos mentioned:
2023 Christmas: youtu.be/viQuKkxNTyQ?si=McwfP3u7CEKXHgFn
Christmas Kitchen Decor: youtu.be/CxoboJV5zYE?si=aZux0WyF91MNiuIk
Last Year's outdoor Christmas decor: youtu.be/ZGNZBfx8eUc?si=NsGwkJ2ua2xQmEw-

SHOP THIS VIDEO:
Cozy Christmas Sweatshirts (Black Friday Deals!): shoprustichoney.com/collections/tees
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Taper candles battery powered with remote: amzn.to/4famUPD
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Country Christmas Kitchen | Clean, Organize & Decorate With Me 2024 | Simple Farmhouse Living

Rustic Honey 2024-11-22 | Join me today as we begin our Christmas decorating journey in our farmhouse kitchen! 🎄 I'm doing some much needed cleaning and organizing as I begin decorating in the kitchen this week. It feels so much lighter and ready for all that holiday baking now! Time to add some rustic Christmas decor and transform this kitchen into a cozy holiday retreat! I hope today's video inspires you to get started in your kitchen too!

Time Stamps:
06:11 Decorating Begins

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

COLLAB:
Be sure to check out my friend Jenilee's channel over at The Pioneer Home: @jenilee.thepioneerhome
And her video about holiday kitchen organization and decor: youtu.be/x4frRb2LnQY?si=8FnCnVk63wSLzuO4

VIDEOS: You might also enjoy...
2023 Christmas: youtu.be/viQuKkxNTyQ?si=IIhgD68mY1LfB_A3
2023 Home Tour: youtu.be/YZUkTatzMRo?si=EQC1B_Oz9iCsKXFl

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FACEBOOK @rustichoney

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

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Ways To Make Home Cozy | Holiday Homemaking | Farmhouse Living

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Join me today in our century old farmhouse for a cozy day of homemaking and slowly ushering the holiday season. We'll be unpacking a new Christmas tree, adding warm lights and flickering candles and mending some DIY holiday pillows to create the perfect setting to watch all those Christmas movies in the month to come! Just love the coziness this season brings!

Thank you for joining me!
Lauren

MORE VIDEOS mentioned that you might enjoy:
Sewing/craft room reveal: youtu.be/fGRJjSmFGGk
Antique desk - Antique shop with me: youtu.be/i17Eq7K1p0k
Cozy season video: youtu.be/NgKxXk-iWe8
Holiday plan with me: youtu.be/2SopwsZbQoU

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My favorite rechargeable lamp: amzn.to/47VxlUA
(Similar) dancing wick candles (I found mine on clearance at Hobby Lobby): amzn.to/3USF68j
Taper candles battery powered with remote: amzn.to/4famUPD
My plaid dress: shoprustichoney.com/collections/new/products/very-j-women-long-dress-fp-7c045
My HARVEST Sweatshirt: shoprustichoney.com/products/harvest-with-gratitude-long-sleeve-sweatshirt-by-rustic-honey?_pos=2&_sid=ec524a305&_ss=r
BOOK recommendation "How To Share With A Bear" by Stephanie Graegin (we've all loved this book - great gift for kids this Christmas): amzn.to/4hPKGSB
Baby bear suit (I snagged it on sale! so cozy!): oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=494281002&vid=1&searchText=baby%20bear#pdp-page-content
Letter board for baby month pictures: amzn.to/4fNBPzi
Cordless vacuum (similar/newer version of mine): amzn.to/3Ctbfgo

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The Shop: shoprustichoney.com

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FACEBOOK @rustichoney

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

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Rainy Fall Day in Our Century Farmhouse | Slow Living

Rustic Honey 2024-11-08 | Thank you to This Month's Craft for sponsoring today's video. Get 20% off your first order with my code (RUSTICHONEY20):
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Slow down with me today on this GLORIOUS rainy fall day at the farmhouse! Nothing better if you ask me! Let's light a candle, cook a comforting family dinner and talk about all the ways we can slow down and savor this wonderful season.

Thanks so much for stopping by! Let's chat in the comments!

-Lauren

LINKS:
Bacon Cheeseburger Mac Recipe by Health Stealth Life on IG *NOTE: I didn't follow exact measurements. If you want precise macros please follow his recipe and weights accordingly: instagram.com/p/C_-_4vApYCh

Follow Stealth Health Life for more yummy, macro friendly meals: instagram.com/stealth_health_life
*not sponsored in any way - just genuinely enjoy his feed and recipes.

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Instant pot (newer version): amzn.to/4dA4OVs
My HARVEST Sweatshirt: shoprustichoney.com/products/harvest-with-gratitude-long-sleeve-sweatshirt-by-rustic-honey?_pos=2&_sid=ec524a305&_ss=r
Taper candles battery powered with remote: amzn.to/4famUPD

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The Shop: shoprustichoney.com

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Systems To Simplify Your Holiday Season | Plan Ahead With Me | Meal Planning, Gift Giving, & More

Rustic Honey 2024-11-01 | Thank you to Blueland for sponsoring today's video. Get 15% off your first order with my link: blueland.com/rustichoney

The secret to getting ahead for the holidays? Intentional planning! Join me today as I'm chatting through some systems I'm using to simplify the holiday season, save me some energy, and God willing help me to finish my Christmas shopping early this year!

Im talking all about meal planning, gift giving, meaningful traditions, saving and shopping, and how your calendar will play the biggest role in getting ahead this holiday season. Let's dive in!

Thanks so much for planning with me!
Lauren

RECIPE:
Homemade Waffles:
2 cups flour
1 Tbsp sugar
4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 eggs
1.5 cups milk (I start with 1.5 and then add more if needed)
1 tsp vanilla
1 stick butter, melted
Whisk together dry ingredients. Make a well in the middle and add the wet ingredients. Mix together until well blended but don't over-mix.
Allow batter to rest a few minutes while your pan heats over medium/low heat. Cook waffles in waffle maker (hopefully you have a nicer one than I do! Haha!) Serve with butter and maple syrup.
NOTE: Sourdough waffle recipe linked below.

HANDY LINKS:
Simple Sourdough Discard Waffles: rustichoney.com/simple-sourdough-discard-waffles
Sourdough bread, starter and favorite recipes: rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners

THE PLANNER:
Diana Kokku Channel: @DianaKokku
Diana's FAILPROOF system for planning a peaceful Christmas: youtu.be/TpPf-ipjHbc?si=lj42tXwgmAxMwdjX
The FREE Christmas Planning by Diana Kokku: biblestudy.co/christmas-planner

THE CASH STUFFING METHODS:
The Aesthetic Dollar Channel: @theaestheticdollar
Emily's shop (I want it all!): theaestheticdollar.com

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Fall Market on the Farm | Sell & Shop With Me | Market Haul | Small Business Behind the Scenes

Rustic Honey 2024-10-25 | Join us on a recent fall market trip to The Broken Oak in Rolla, MO! I'm taking you behind the scenes as a vendor, setting up our mobile boutique AND we'll also do some shopping of our own while we're there. Can't wait to show you the unique finds I brought back to our farmhouse! Such a fun event!

Would love to hear from you in the comments!
Thanks for stopping by,

Lauren

HANDY LINKS:
The Broken Oak: instagram.com/thebroken.oak
No Roots Boots: norootsboots.com
The Little Brick House (home goods): shopthelittlebrickhouse.com/pages/location-and-hours
Our Airbnb - Prairie Base in Rolla, MO: thisismytemporaryhome.com/the-workshop
(*we have also stayed at the Blackberry room and it was wonderful as well)
The Painting/Prints from KamCo Gathered Items New & Vintage : facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551350044297

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God Bless family farms tees: shoprustichoney.com/collections/tees/products/god-bless-family-farms-rh-label-tee

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This mindset shift CHANGES EVERYTHING | Fall Vlog: Halloween decorating, baking & self care

Rustic Honey 2024-10-18 | Thank you to Ritual for Sponsoring this video. Get 25% OFF your first month. Go to ritual.com/rustichoney25

We're making a happy fall home today around the farmhouse! I'll be baking, decorating for Halloween and discussing self-care. As moms we tend to always put everyone's needs before our own but today I want to talk a bit more about "selfless self-care" and how our homemaking can be a way to serve our families, make a happy home but also care for ourselves simultaneously.

I hope you enjoy today's video and find inspiration to make your home happy this fall too!

-Lauren

RECIPES:
English muffins (I like to use this recipe): farmhouseonboone.com/how-to-make-sourdough-english-muffins/#wprm-recipe-container-21140
Sourdough sandwich bread I tried: thefeatherednester.com/sourdough-sandwich-bread
Taco Seasoning (in description box of this video): youtu.be/0KUmfilFCjY?si=-kt0Damgk680bRgh

OTHER VIDEOS YOU MIGHT LIKE:
Craft/Sewing Room Refresh: youtu.be/fGRJjSmFGGk

HANDY LINKS:
Free meal planning/grocery shopping template: rustichoney.com/meal-planning-made-simple

SHOP THIS VIDEO:
The rechargeable/cordless lamp I'm obsessed with: amzn.to/47VxlUA
Instant pot (newer version): amzn.to/4dA4OVs
My HARVEST Sweatshirt: shoprustichoney.com/products/harvest-with-gratitude-long-sleeve-sweatshirt-by-rustic-honey?_pos=2&_sid=ec524a305&_ss=r
My new favorite denim shirt: shoprustichoney.com/collections/new/products/risen-women-shirt-fp-c4566

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The Shop: shoprustichoney.com

Let’s Bee Friends:
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FACEBOOK @rustichoney

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

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Tackling Big Projects | Vintage Farmhouse Sewing Room Transformation | Thrifty DIY Makeover

Rustic Honey 2024-10-11 | Thank you to Craftsy for sponsoring today's video! The first 1,000 people to use my link will get a full year of Premium membership to Craftsy for only $1.49: go.craftsy.com/rustichoney

It's finally time to reveal my sewing room makeover! This has been a long time coming! I recently decided to get serious about finishing this room, decluttering, painting and refreshing it to create a more peaceful sewing/creative space. I think I accomplished just that... even if this big project took some serious time. Join me as I'll share my tips and what I learned along the way, tackling this big project. It's fun to look back at how far it's come and enjoy the transformation at the speed of YouTube! Let's go!

Thanks for watching!
Lauren

00:00 Introduction
01:11 Before
01:55 Sewing Curtains
05:13 Mindset shift
05:57 Decluttering
07:14 Wallpaper
10:12 Paint
13:35 Moving furniture
15:55 Finishing touches
17:12 After reveal
18:13 Reflection

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
My daughter's room makeover (with wallpaper mentioned): youtu.be/28t5C5KOdjc?si=KC0nBxS821vDn1oJ
Antique & Thrift with me (found the basket): youtu.be/i17Eq7K1p0k?si=KNQpAYr-52WWVT9y
Memory Bin Video mentioned from Minimal Mom: youtu.be/gxMosBw8Clk?si=cNefK1q4a0m5OhZ2

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Love Never Fails Tee: shoprustichoney.com/collections/new/products/love-never-fails-short-sleeve-brown-print-rustic-honey-label
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File Storage Boxes for Kid's Paperwork: amzn.to/483nV9j
Wallpaper I used (again, I wasn't 100% happy because it shrunk - I used 6 rolls for this wall!): amzn.to/3U85JFN
Wallpaper in my daughter's room (still looks so good 2+ years later! I recommend this one!): amzn.to/3NtJ3Mp
Storage photo boxes: amzn.to/48798L6

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October in our century farmhouse | baking, decorating, comfort food & country living

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This video is kindly sponsored by Brooklinen.

Join me today for a rainy fall day in our century farmhouse. We'll be baking up some fresh sourdough bread, a large batch of my favorite banana bread and finding comfort in a large bowl of chicken and dumplings! YUM! I'm also working on decorating our porches for the fall and updating a few linens around our home to welcome the changing seasons. Time to get cozy!

Thanks for stopping by! So glad you're here!
Lauren

RECIPES:
Banana Bread Recipe: rustichoney.com/the-best-banana-bread-recipe-with-sweet-glaze-icing

Chicken & Dumplings Recipe (I just followed the dumplings but I'm sure the entire recipe is delicious!): thenovicechefblog.com/homemade-chicken-and-dumplings-recipe

Sourdough (recipes & info on starting): rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners

OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED:
Banana Bread: youtu.be/ic4Icd_4Rv8?si=cHvfEJn3OBtkfnBb
Antique & Thrift with me (found my desk): youtu.be/i17Eq7K1p0k?si=-MYtCrMLcNgN_Jqd

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Small Rechargeable Lamp: amzn.to/47VxlUA
Instant pot (newer version): amzn.to/4dA4OVs
Study Bible: amzn.to/3BErHK8
Bible Tabs: amzn.to/3zGoTf9
My fav pens/highlighters currently: amzn.to/4gTInNV
My Ove Glove (this was a wedding gift and seriously the best oven mitt ever! GREAT for canning when handling hot jars!): amzn.to/3Lem8DM

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Quick Meals, Busy Season | What we eat in a week | Farmhouse Kitchen

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Well the fall season has arrived and we are getting BUSY around here! Between work and school and jam-packed weekends we need quick and easy meals to fill our bellies! Today I'll walk you through a few things we made this week and hopefully give you some inspiration for your own busy kitchen as well!

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

RECIPES:
Sourdough Chocolate Chip Muffin recipe: twelveonmain.com/sourdough-discard-chocolate-chip-muffins

More of my favorite sourdough recipes: rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners

Asian noodle bowl:
Cooked ground beef
Shirataki Noodles (from Thive Market - not sponsored)
Ginger, minced (I used a tsp. from squeeze bottle)
Coleslaw mix
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Salt & pepper
Crushed red pepper
Sesame oil
Soy sauce
Hoisin sauce
Brown sugar
Sriracha
Green onions
In a large saute pan, cook and drain ground beef. Meanwhile rinse and drain the noodles. Return meat to the skillet and add the seasonings and coleslaw mix. Toss in the noodles and sauces and continue to saute for five minutes or so to cook the noodles. Finish your asian noodle bowl with sriracha and green onions!

Memphis Wraps:
Pulled pork
BBQ sauce
Large tortilla or wraps of choice
Cheese *optional
Pickled red onion * optional

Coleslaw ingredients:
Coleslaw mix
1/2 cup Mayo (link to homemade mayo recipe video:
1/2 cup Plain greek yogurt
1 tsp. Vinegar
1 tsp. Apple Cider vinegar
1/2 tsp. Garlic powder
1/2 tsp. Celery seed
1-2 tsp. Sugar *optional

Assemble your wraps my topping a large tortilla with pulled pork, bbq sauce, cheese, pickled red onions, and creamy coleslaw. Wrap it up carefully and eat it on the go when life gets busy!

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HANDY LINKS:
How I learned to make my own sourdough starter: rustichoney.com/10-simple-sourdough-recipes-for-beginners
The tulip cupcake/muffin liners:
My Ove Glove (this was a wedding gift and seriously the best oven mitt ever! GREAT for canning when handling hot jars!): amzn.to/3Lem8DM
Shirataki Noodles: thrivemarket.com/p/thrive-market-shirataki-noodles

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Embracing the changing seasons | September slow living vlog | Country Cooking | Farmhouse Living

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Today we're slowing down in our farmhouse kitchen, cooking up some yummy family meals and talking about the changing of the seasons. We're often in such a hurry to get to the next, new, exciting season without giving much thought to the beauty of the in-between. So today, let's slow down, enjoy the season we're in...even the messy, imperfect ones.

Thanks for stopping by!
Lauren

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

Video mentioned: youtu.be/LtG75FtiZIs?si=BCTEMg-ZcqZk65Tb

Potato Salad recipe: lecremedelacrumb.com/bacon-avocado-potato-salad/#wprm-recipe-container-20969

Pulled Pork Pickle Pizza:
Pizza dough (see recipe below)
BBQ sauce of choice (I used a sweeter variety for this recipe)
Pulled pork leftovers
Shredded mozzarella cheese
Crunchy dill pickle slices
Bacon crumbles
*optional additions:
- candied jalapeños (or regular jalapeños)
- pickled red onions

I don't measure my pizza toppings but tend to be generous with them! Top your crust with bbq sauce first, then add on the pulled pork, mozzarella and then pickles (and other veggies if desired) and bacon. Bake for 12-14 minutes at 450 degrees.

Pickled red onion:
To a mason jar add thinly sliced red onion. Pour over 1/4 cup sugar and 1 to 1.5 cups of white vinegar. Shake to mix in sugar and then make sure onions are submerged. Refrigerate for at least two hours before use. Store in the fridge.

5 min pizza dough (two crusts):
3 cups flour
1 tsp sea salt
2 1/4 tsp. instant Yeast
1 cup warm water
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp sugar (or honey)
In a stand mixer with the dough hook attachment add the flour and salt. In a separate bowl combine warm water, yeast and sugar until bubbly and sugar dissolved. Turn on the mixer and slowly pour in the water mixture. Continue to run mixer on low and add the olive oil. Blend and knead just until combined and pulling away from the sides of the mixer. Cover and allow to rise for 5 min (longer if not using an instant yeast). This recipe usually makes two smaller pizzas or on every large Stromboli.

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LINKS:
My Ove Glove (this was a wedding gift and seriously the best oven mitt ever! GREAT for canning when handling hot jars!): amzn.to/3Lem8DM
The frozen biscuits we love (I find at walmart): walmart.com/ip/Pillsbury-Grands-Buttermilk-Biscuits-Frozen-Dough-Value-Pack-20-ct-41-6-oz/10813684

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Fall Farmhouse Kitchen Comforts | Hearty breakfast, farm fresh dinners and dwindling garden harvests

Rustic Honey 2024-09-13 | A special thank you to today's video sponsor, Thrive Market. Use my link to save 30% off your first order + a free gift up to $60: http://thrivemarket.com/RusticHoney

Hello there and happy fall y'all! (Too soon?) The crisp air is moving in on these late summer evenings and we couldn't help but get into the mood for all the fall comfort foods this week. Join me in our farmhouse kitchen to whip up some hearty and delicious family favorites.

Today I'll be sharing a filling baked oatmeal, from scratch cornbread and a cowboy chili cooked in cast iron over an open fire. We'll also round out the week with a quick and simple farm favorite of meatloaf and potatoes!

Thank you so much for stopping by our farmstead!

-Lauren

For business inquiries: rustichoney@honestinfluence.io

RECIPES:
Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal With Streusel Topping:
2 cups oats
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. Honey
2 TBSP flax seed meal
1 tsp. vanilla
2 cups milk
1 egg

Streusel topping:
1/4 cup flour
2 TBSP butter
dash cinnamon
2 TBSP sugar
2 TBSP brown sugar

1. Grease a pie pan and preheat oven to 375.
2. Mix together the dry ingredients and pour into the prepared pie pan.
3. Whisk together the milk, egg and vanilla. Pour into the dry ingredients and carefully blend.
4. Bake for 15 minutes at 375. Meanwhile prepare the streusel by melting the butter, adding the sugars, cinnamon and flour. Mix with a fork and then crumble on top of the oatmeal. Continue to bake for another 15 minutes.
5. Optional: Drizzle with a homemade glaze of about 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1-2 TBSP milk.

Chili Seasoning Mix (I used 4 TBSP per 2lbs of ground beef
4 T. Chili powder
2 T. cumin
1 T. onion powder
1 T. garlic powder
1 T. paprika
2 tsp. salt *I would increase to 1 T next time (I ended up adding more)
1 tsp. pepper
1T. oregano

Chili - Cowboy campfire style
2 lbs ground beef
4 TBSP of chili seasoning mix *recipe above
1 medium onion (I used onion powder this time)
2 tsp. garlic powder
2 TBSP brown sugar (optional: we added a couple more TBSP later on)
1 can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans diced tomatoes
1 TBSP tomato paste
1 can tomato sauce (I used canned garden tomato juice)
2 tsp. liquid smoke
2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

Cook the ground beef and chopped onion in a large cast iron dutch oven (or pot of your choice). Once cooked and crumbled, drain off any excess fat. Add the chili seasoning mix (4TBSP of the prepared mix) and any additional seasonings. Then add the tomatoes, sauce, paste and beans. Then finally finish with the sugar, liquid smoke and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer on low heat for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and develop. Top with your favorites. I always recommend shard shredded cheddar cheese, plain greek yogurt (or sour cream) and a few candied cowboy jalapeños! Yum!

Homemade cornbread:
1 cup flour
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
1 egg
1 cup milk
1/4 c. butter, melted
Grease your pie pan. Combine the dry mixture and then make a well to add the wet ingredients. Blend everything together with a rubber spatula and then transfer batter to the pie pan. Bake at 375 for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Smoky BBQ (Less Sugar) Meatloaf:
2 lbs ground beef
2 cups rolled oats
2 eggs
1 cup milk
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 small chopped onion (or 1 tsp. onion powder)
1 tsp. garlic powder
2 tsp. chili powder
Topping:
1 cup (Noble Made) less sugar smoky bbq sauce
1 cup (thrive market) ketchup
1 tsp. liquid smoke *optional
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
*for a full-sugar recipe I'd add 1/2 cup brown sugar

To a large bowl, add your meatloaf ingredients and mix well. Transfer to a greased casserole dish and press into a loaf to fill the pan. Blend together the topping ingredients and pour over the top of the meatloaf. Bake at 375 for 30-35 minutes or until cooked through.

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LINKS:
Tools I recommend for canning:
Water Bath Canner: amzn.to/3VKKxWw
My Ove Glove (this was a wedding gift and seriously the best oven mitt ever! GREAT for canning when handling hot jars!): amzn.to/3Lem8DM
Ball Jars: amzn.to/4cqZzYL
Food Processor: amzn.to/3LxKSr3
The New Ball Blue Book of Canning: amzn.to/4d8vLzY
Similar roaster oven: amzn.to/3M5k8OO

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