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I’m Nichole
Welcome to my little corner of the net! I’m passionate about living a nontoxic life, homesteading, and making real food for my family. Here on my blog, you’ll find amazing farm-style recipes and drinks. I also share meal planning tips, fermented foods, and projects to make your home cozy and efficient.
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These trending easy dessert recipes are favorites you will keep coming back for! It’s no wonder they’re so popular! More dessert blog recipes include these Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars, Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars and this One Minute Cheesecake Yogurt Pudding.
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