Where to Even Begin:
Your No-Pressure Path to Homesteading
Welcome to Broken P Ranch, friend. Here, we believe in slow mornings, hard work that feels like home, and building a self-sufficient life one simple step at a time. Whether you’re dreaming of a backyard garden, gathering fresh eggs, or learning old-fashioned skills for a modern world, this is your starting place. No rush. No overwhelm. Just honest, practical ways to grow your homestead—and your confidence—right where you are. Start here to begin your journey with us.
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Follow Us on Social Media
The best way to stay connected? Pull up a chair in the Broken P Ranch Facebook Group—a warm, welcoming space where you can ask questions, swap stories, and cheer each other on as we all grow in this homesteading life. For daily tips, down-to-earth inspiration, and a peek behind the scenes of real-life homesteading (yes, even in the city), come join us on Instagram and Pinterest, too. It’s where you start and find your community.
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tune in to the
Homestead Happenings Podcast
If you’re dreaming of a homestead life that fits your busy schedule, you’re in the right place. Join me as we break down the overwhelm and turn your homesteading dreams into a doable, joy-filled reality! Now it’s time to start here and begin the transformation.
Here’s what you can expect:
Listen on your favorite platform

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Join the Newsletter


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Sign up for our newsletter and receive a hearty collection of 20 reader-loved, traditional farmhouse recipes, perfect for adding a touch of homegrown flavor to your meals. Join us today, and let the warm, comforting goodness find its way to your inbox! It’s your chance to start with a taste of tradition.

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Join the Everyday Seasonal Collective
The Everyday Seasonal Collective is our private gathering place for homesteaders and kindred spirits ready to dig deeper into seasonal living. Inside, you’ll find expert guidance, hands-on support, and a tight-knit community that understands the grit and grace of this lifestyle. If you’re ready to grow your skills, tend your home with confidence, and take your homesteading to the next level, pull up a chair and join the waitlist below—you’ll be the first to know when the doors swing open. Beginning here, you pave the way to a more enriched life.
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Find Helpful Articles
Looking for front porch wisdom and hands-on know-how to grow your homestead dreams? At Broken P Ranch, you’ll find down-home guides on farm life fundamentals, farmhouse preserves, heartland harvests, and raising your own—whether it’s a flock of chickens or a patch of kitchen herbs. These beginner-friendly posts here will help you tend your skills and build a life rooted in the seasons. Pour a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and take what you need to get started.

Seasonal Splendor: Embarking on Crop Tours
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Family Fiesta: Crowd-Pleasing Recipes for Kids and Grown-Ups to Enjoy Together
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Easy Apple Cider Mimosas: 5-Minute Recipe for Brunch & Holidays
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Unlocking the Secrets of Soybeans
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How to Make Sour Cream: A Guide for the Creamy Lovers
Sour cream is a favorite and versatile ingredient used in countless recipes—from dips to cakes—to…

Maintaining and Feeding a Sourdough Starter
Working with sourdough is gratifying: watching wild yeast and bacteria transform flour and water into…

Homemade Cheese Making
There’s something magical about turning simple ingredients into something as rich and satisfying as cheese….

The Ultimate Guide to Canning and Fermenting at Home
There’s something deeply satisfying about putting up jars of homemade jam or opening a crock…
Buy a Homestead: 12 Questions
When we decided to buy a homestead, I had no idea it would be such…
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Decadent Oreo Balls: The Ultimate No-Bake Dessert
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Planning Ahead Series {Part 3}: My Monthly Master Grocery List
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Preparing Your Home For Christmas (+ FREE Printable Checklist)
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Ways of Creating a Christmas Budget
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Create an incredible Christmas decoration with 9 unmissable tips
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Hey there, plant enthusiasts and curious consumers! I’m a farmer, and let me tell you,…
Decoding the Signs: What Those Field Markers Mean
As I traverse the Midwest landscape, I’m greeted by a peculiar sight — signs adorning…
Sunflower FAQs Unveiled: Part 2
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