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: April 2025

  • Quick and Easy Breakfast Ideas

    Quick and Easy Breakfast Ideas

    Mornings can be chaotic, these quick, easy and budget-friendly options can help you save both time and money.

  • Sweet and Simple: Everyday Smoothie Recipe to Love

    Sweet and Simple: Everyday Smoothie Recipe to Love

    Start your day with simple goodness! 🍓 Blend up one of these easy smoothies — from sweet Strawberry Banana Bliss to energizing Green Energy — and feel the difference. Quick, healthy, and packed with flavor, these smoothies are perfect for busy mornings, afternoon pick-me-ups, or anytime you need a little boost!

  • Easy Homemade Fruitcake Cookies

    Easy Homemade Fruitcake Cookies

    These Fruitcake Cookies are the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and fruity flavors! Packed with dried fruit, nuts, and a touch of white chocolate, they’re a festive twist on the classic fruitcake. Whether you’re baking for the holidays or craving a delicious treat, these cookies will be a hit. Easy to make, store, and share—don’t…

  • Strawberry Glazed Cake

    Strawberry Glazed Cake

    Looking for a cake that’s as sweet as a Southern summer day? This Strawberry Glazed Cake is the perfect combination of light, fluffy cake and a fresh strawberry glaze that’ll melt in your mouth. Passed down from a birthday card, this nostalgic treat was a family favorite—especially when Momma would whip it up just for…

  • Lemon Meringue Pie: Deliciously Light and Tangy

    Lemon Meringue Pie: Deliciously Light and Tangy

    Tangy lemon curd meets sweet, fluffy meringue in this refreshing pie that’s both light and indulgent. The zesty lemon filling and airy meringue topping create a perfect contrast, while the pie crust adds a delicious crunch. It’s a dessert that feel like sunshine on a plate!

  • Candling Eggs🐥

    Candling Eggs🐥

    Candling eggs is a simple and important part of hatching—it’s how you check whether an egg is developing properly. You shine a bright light (flashlight) through the egg to see what’s going on inside without cracking it open.

  • Easy Make-Ahead Yogurt Parfaits

    Easy Make-Ahead Yogurt Parfaits

    These easy make-ahead yogurt parfaits are the perfect solution for busy mornings. They’re delicious and customizable, layered in creamy Greek yogurt, fresh fruit, crunchy granola, and a drizzle of honey.

  • Raising Chickens For Beginners

    Raising Chickens For Beginners

    Raising chickens is a fun and rewarding way to enjoy fresh eggs, and a little country charm right in your backyard. With a good setup and a little daily care, anyone can start a happy hen house.

  • Homesteading–Not As Hard As It Seems

    Homesteading–Not As Hard As It Seems

    Homesteading doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With a little space and a lot of heart, you can start small—whether it’s composting, gardening, or raising a few chickens. Follow along as I share simple, practical tips from our 5-acre homestead in southeastern Georgia to help you live a more self-sufficient, fulfilling life.

  • Easy Shepard’s Pie

    Easy Shepard’s Pie

    This classic Shephard’s Pie dish is a hearty, satisfying dish your family will ask for again and again. Loaded with savory meat, veggies and creamy potatoes, it’s perfect for make-ahead meals.