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Venison, canning, and from-scratch meals—rooted in real life.

 

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Persephone from The Rustic Elk canning homemade peach preserves in a real Midwest kitchen, showcasing hands-on food preservation skills and from-scratch cooking expertise.

Hey, I'm Elle!

I’m a Midwest mom of three sharing trusted canning methods, wild game recipes, and scratch-made meals rooted in seasonal living. If you're looking to preserve more, cook with intention, and feed your family well, you’re in the right place.

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Over 15 years of preserving experience
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