Back to the Basics with Laura

Explore our down-home, homestead in southeastern Georgia. We share recipes, natural cleaning, organic beauty/health, DIY’s, gardening, and our day-to-day small farm living. Share the Love…

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Month: February 2025

  • PaPa’s Brunswick Stew: A Hearty Tradition

    PaPa’s Brunswick Stew: A Hearty Tradition

    There’s nothing quite like a bowl of Papa;s Brunswick stew to bring comfort and memories flooding back. Slow-simmered with tender meat, sweet corn, hearty potatoes, and a touch of tang.

  • Easy Cheesy Ravioli Casserole

    Easy Cheesy Ravioli Casserole

    This ravioli casserole is my most recent recipe creation. It is simple and quick to prepare. My latest culinary triumph is my Ravioli Casserole, and it’s officially my husband’s new favorite dish! This casserole is a delightful blend of tender ravioli, savory sauce, and melted cheese that bubbles and browns to perfection. Each bite is…

  • Quick and Easy Steak Fingers

    Quick and Easy Steak Fingers

    Picture this: a bustling kitchen filled with laughter and the mouthwatering aroma of my Momma’s famous steak fingers. They’re a beloved treat in our household, especially adored by the kiddos. The best part, these delicious steak fingers are quick and easy to prepare. They are great for a quick meal. Get ready to recreate a…

  • Easy Flaky Homestyle Biscuits

    Easy Flaky Homestyle Biscuits

    Some of my favorite childhood mornings started with the sound of a metal biscuit cutter clinking on the counter and the gentle sizzle of bacon in a cast iron skillet. My mother never rushed, just moving with that easy rhythm only years of cooking can bring. Her biscuits were stacked high in a towel-lined bowl.…

  • The Best White Country Gravy

    The Best White Country Gravy

    Start your morning with the ultimate comfort food–flaky buttery biscuits smothered in rich creamy white gravy. This easy recipe will bring all the warmth of a southern kitchen right to your table. Passed down from my parents, this made-from-scratch gravy is perfect for weekends, of any time you crave a hearty down home meal.

  • Hello, Friends

    Hello, Friends

    I’m Laura Reefer, cool name, huh? Welcome to my site. This is my first blog, and Reefer’s Blend is a cozy corner where I share my passion for all things home and family. Whether you are looking for delicious family recipes, handy cooking tips, or creative patterns to spark your next project, you may also…