Here are the top 5 posts for the best of Sled Dog Slow 2016
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Author: Katie
Cast Iron – Rusted To Reseasoned
Cast-iron pans can be a beautiful addition to any kitchen, but they can also a little intimidating. At least they have been to me!
My pans always seemed to rust, and they did not seem “happy” or clean. It just seemed easier to use Teflon non stick pans, which can make you sick if over heated (known as Teflon flu). Since I knew I’d be cooking on a wood stove with no guarantee of temperature control, I decided I’d give cast iron a real go out here. Cast iron cookware (Amazon) is known for distributing heat evenly, which is great for cooking over an open flame or on a wood stove. It’s also supposed to be naturally non stick when treated right. It just takes a little time to season.
Addition Update, Plus Around The Homestead
Just a little update from around the homestead and how we are doing now that there is snow.
Our addition is finally done enough to be considered livable, woohoo! I waited for a bit to make sure everything was working out properly before writing about it, but our insulation and chinking plan came together well. We are nice and toasty warm now! Continue reading “Addition Update, Plus Around The Homestead”
An Off Grid Thinking List
I assume some of you following this blog found us because you’d like to go off grid some day too. So I thought I’d put together a list of things we use all the time out here, as well as things to think about before jumping in to the off grid life. I know Kyle and I wrote a dozen lists before moving out here and we still missed things!
Why Dog Is (Wo)Man’s Best Friend
The other day I had the worst experience of my life, and I really think the only reason I made it out okay was our dog, Ronan.
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