Gluten-free pb&j energy balls are one of my favorite on-the-go homestead snacks! They are super simple to make and they require just a few wholesome ingredients that are nutritious and energy-rich. I love the fact that these energy balls are sweetened with an all-natural sweetener and that they use homemade...

A hardy bowl of warm, flavorful chili is just what is needed on cold winter days! Or any day for that matter! This paleo venison chili is bursting with nutritious ingredients that will keep you healthy and fueled for busy days on the homestead. Paleo venison chili is one of...

Pudding… made from seeds? Can that even be any good? I know, those were my thoughts too when I first heard of chia pudding. And, much to my surprise, if you make the pudding the right way and have the right expectations, chia pudding can be a delicious and healthy...

Super simple, minimal ingredients, but results that are addicting… that’s what this dairy-free chocolate bark recipe is all about! Chocolate bark was another one of those recipes where I was thinking, this is so simple, do I really need to share the recipe. It seems so straightforward to make. But...

These grain-free gingerbread cookies are the perfect traditional holiday cookie! I was not a big fan of gingerbread cookies, that is, until I had these cookies. I love making Christmas cookies, so I wanted to create a gingerbread cookie that was delicious and that I would enjoy this Christmas season....

Dairy-free Butternut Squash Soupgluten-free | grain-free | dairy-free option | tree nut free | egg freeby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | Nov. 10, 2022This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Dairy-free butternut squash soup is one of my favorite fall soups to make...

This dairy-free chicken and wild rice soup is creamy, flavorful, and perfectly delicious! It’s the perfect mix of roast chicken, wholesome wild rice, creamy broth and milk, and a variety of nutritious vegetables. Loaded with nutrition and protein, this soup makes for a well-rounded meal that is cozy, warm, and...

This gluten-free peanut butter granola has amazing chunks and the perfect peanut butter flavor! It is super easy to make and only takes 15 minutes to whip up! My favorite part about this granola is the subtle sweetness from the maple syrup and the bold peanut butter flavor. The granola...

Who gets excited about vegetable soups!? I do!! Being the meat lover that I am, I never would have guessed how much I love my vegetable soups. Of all the cooks in my family, I am usually the one who wants to try a new vegetable soup recipe for dinner....

Quick and easy, flavorful and nutritious. What more could you ask for in a homestead meal? This gluten-free Instant Pot rice and chicken is all that and more! I love how quickly this meal comes together, and the rich flavor of the moist wild rice and chicken go perfectly together....

Want some seriously good bar-b-que? Then you have to try this heritage pulled BBQ venison! I didn’t believe homemade bar-b-que could taste better than store-bought bar-b-que until I tried this pulled BBQ venison recipe! When I created this recipe, I knew I wanted to make a delicious BBQ meal that...

Sweet and delicious… those two words sum up these amazing no-bake gluten-free butterscotch bars! Made with whole oats, sweetened with raw honey, and containing the perfect sticky butterscotch flavor, these bars are perfection. Anything that is no-bake, contains peanut butter and butterscotch, and is topped with a soft and creamy...

Super simple, super delicious… the two qualifications for a perfect summer meal, and these grilled steak kabobs with grilled summer veggies meet those qualifications exactly! I love making grilled steak kabobs because they are so simple yet delicious and bursting with flavor. I also have fond memories of grilled summer...

Sometimes I wonder if sharing such simple recipes, like oatmeal, is really helpful. Then I think back on the struggles I’ve had with making just a bowl of oatmeal and I realize that even simple recipes are sometimes necessary! For the longest time I could not make a perfect bowl...

I am an ice cream lover, through and through. And being on a gluten-free, dairy-free diet has not squelched that love either! These dairy-free cookie ice cream sandwiches remind me of summer and are perfect for satisfying my ice cream craving. Ice cream sandwiches are always somewhat tricky to make,...

Cereal never had it so good in the form of these grain-free no-bake cereal bars! I love cereal, and I love sweet snacking bars… so these no-bake cereal bars were just meant to be! Whether you want to enjoy one as a high protein, energy rich snack or a quick...

Are you ready for the best, richest, moist, grain-free chocolate cake you will ever try?! This recipe is perfection! I couldn’t believe my taste buds when I took my first bite of this chocolate cake. It has the perfect moist texture, a nice crumb, and the absolute best rich chocolate...

Wild game, especially venison, is a staple in my house. Which means, when it comes to fixing dinner, you have to know how to cook all different cuts of venison. Thankfully, I had the best teacher (my dad) and have been slowly acquiring wild game cooking skills. These perfect pan-seared...

These grain-free cranberry orange scones are perfectly sweet and insanely delicious! They are the perfect food to pair with a cup of hot cocoa and cozy up beside the Christmas tree to enjoy. The tart cranberries are nicely balanced out with wholesome, natural sweeteners and a hint of orange. The...

This gluten-free chocolate caramel pretzel crack is the perfect combination of sweetness and saltiness! I was amazed at how easy a holiday crack was to create and how delicious it tasted! This pretzel crack passed the taste test of all my family members, so you know this crack has to...