Fence Post with a View #1

Taken near Robertson, WY
Property of AnnaPearlsAttic

Caramel Dumplings

One of our favorite desserts is Aggie Caldwell's Caramel Dumplings.  Aggie was my father's foster mother.  We always called her Grandma.

To start this yummy recipe, measure out 3/4 cup sugar, 2 3/4 cups of hot water, 1/2 cup sugar and 1 T butter or margarine.

Place the 3/4 cup sugar in a cast iron dutch oven or frying pan.

Heat the sugar until it is melted and carmelized.

Once carmelized, add the butter and stir until melted.

Add 2 3/4 cups hot water and the other 1/2 cup sugar.  Let it simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.

To make the dumplings, Measure out the following:  1/2 cups sugar, 1/2 cup milk, 1 teas. vanilla, 1 T. butter, 1 t. baking powder, 1 1/4 cup flour, and a pinch of salt.

Cream the butter and sugar together.

Mix the rest of the ingredients together with the butter and sugar mixture until a soft dough is formed.

Drop the dough by the teaspoonful into the caramel syrup.  Cover and cook on medium for 2o minutes.

The end result will be an uber rich dessert they will please everyone at the table.  Serve with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh heavy cream.  Best if served while hot.

Vintage House Trailer Stalk

I recently went a "stalk" of our town for vintage house trailers.  I was raised in a trailer.  Though I never want to live in one again, I do have a certain amount of affection for them.  Below is the results of my stalk:

Thou Shalt Not Covet!

It is okay to be jealous of someone else's Hunky Hubby if said Hunky Hubby does laundry.  Mine does!  'Nuff Said!

Watermelon Giveaway

My friend Vicky is having a giveaway on her fun blog.  Go to Paintspots and Splinters to check it out!

Needful Things from Lehman's

What would you need in a Homesteading situation?  This is a question I asked myself recently.  Hunky Hubby and I have been collecting stuff for about 32 years now.  When I think of all the "stuff" we have, I seriously doubt that most of it would be useful if we were forced into a homesteading way of life.

Today, I would like to point out a few things that we could use in the event that we have to return to the off grid, simplistic lifestyle of our forefathers.  All of the items below were picked randomly from a search I did on www.lehmans.com for clearance items.  They are all for sale and are priced reasonably.  I do not have a personal relationship with this vendors. I do not profit from this post.

One-man Fence Stretcher

Heavy-duty stretcher holds wire in place so your hands are free to make the repairs. Move the traveling hook to where you need it (against post or wire). Stationary hook brings up the slack.

• Use for splicing and stretching fence wiring
• Ideal for high-tensile, barbed and smooth wire 
• $59.95

 Lehman's Own Galvanized Well Bucket

• Works at any depth
• Special leak-proof valve opens to fill then closes automatically when bucket is drawn up
• Use for emergencies or temporary installations
• Not intended for everyday use
• Galvanized steel with watertight, crimped seams
• Reinforced with 16-gauge crossbar and extra-strong bottom
• You may have to remove any installed submersible pump before using a well bucket
• Holds 1.9 gallons
• Fits wells down to 4"ID
• 2" welded ring for rope
• 3-1/2"ODx52"L
• 4 lb.
• Locally made by the Amish.

$69.95

Lehmans Own Butter Churn 

                                  

Based on the “Dazey” churn from the past, we’ve improved our churn for better quality and performance. Now it’s more durable with stainless steel, rust-resistant paddle and lid. Plus, with long-lasting, self-lubricating gears, churning butter is easier and much faster.

• Bigger, square glass jar holds 5 quarts, churns approx. 3 qt.
• 16-1⁄4"H, 5"OD opening, 6 lb.
• Assembled in the USA with domestic and imported parts.
• Includes FREE Making Cheese, Butter and Yogurt booklet with tips and recipes.

$149.95

Double Rainbow

 

Taken south of Evanston, WY by Blaine Whimpey