Ep 143. Every Bit Counts- Preserving the Harvest Little by Little in August

In this episode, we're talking about the Every Bit Counts approach to preserving your harvest—without the overwhelm. Whether you're in the thick of garden season or just winding down, there’s so much value in preserving just a small amount every day. Brittany shares what she's preserving in her own kitchen, ideas for saving food scraps and garden extras, and how it all adds up to real savings in time, energy, and money. From freezing leftover onions and carrots to drying herbs and making single jars of pickles or sauce, this episode is a gentle nudge to take tiny, consistent steps toward building your pantry—no marathon canning days required. 💡 What You’ll Learn: Why preserving in small amounts can be more sustainable for busy lives What Brittany is preserving right now from her August garden Creative ways to save money with everyday food scraps and garden extras How to freeze, dry, or pickle without a huge time commitment The mindset shift that helps reduce waste and build your pantry over time 📲 Stay Connected: Instagram: @brittanylgibson Facebook Community: The Homestead Challenge Group Blog: https://thehomesteadchallenge.com