# https://truegritappalachianways.com > Handmade Living ## Posts - [Old Fashioned Grape Jelly](https://truegritappalachianways.com/old-fashioned-grape-jelly/): Just grapes, sugar, and patience — this is the way jelly’s been made in Appalachian kitchens for generations. No boxed pectin needed, just the fruit and your hands. Ingredients Instructions 📝 A Note from Meagan There’s something special about standing over a pot of jelly and watching it turn from juice to gold. This recipe is straight from our home kitchen — no shortcuts, just the real thing. 🎥 Watch the Video - [Enchiladas](https://truegritappalachianways.com/enchiladas/): A cozy, make-ahead meal that’s full of flavor and perfect for feeding a crowd — we use whatever meat and peppers we have on hand. Ingredients Instructions A Note from Meagan These enchiladas are one of our go-to comfort meals — easy to throw together with whatever we’ve got on hand. We love them crispy on the edges, cheesy on top, and served with something simple like beans or a little sour cream on the side. Hope y’all enjoy them as much as we do! https://youtu.be/ugNFxIN5rvw - [Sweet Potato Biscuits](https://truegritappalachianways.com/sweet-potato-biscuits/): Warm, soft, and a little sweet — these biscuits are a Southern classic that brings comfort to any meal. Serve ’em with butter and sorghum or alongside a hearty supper. Ingredients 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup butter or lard ¾–1 cup mashed, cooked sweet potatoes Milk (only if needed) Instructions Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the butter or lard until the mixture is crumbly. Stir in the mashed sweet potatoes until a soft dough […] - [Hello world!](https://truegritappalachianways.com/hello-world/): Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. 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Whether you have a question, a kind word, or a story to share from your own homeplace, feel free to reach out. If you’d prefer to email us directly, you can reach us at truegritappalachianways@gmail.com Or if you prefer snail mail, feel free to write us: Meagan Lawson– P.O. Box 138 Lawsonville, NC 27022 - [Our Favorites!](https://truegritappalachianways.com/shop-my-favorites/): Here are a few of our favorite tools, kitchen staples, and homestead gear — things we use, wear, and love. Some of these are affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting our family! True Grit Merch Hoss Tools- Seeds We Trust Backwoods Home Magazine ForJars Canning Supply Be sure to use code APPALACHIAN10 to save 10% off your order! Andy’s Favorite Coat Camel City Wool Socks Use code TRUEGRIT10 for 10% off! Whynter Ice Cream Maker Meagan’s Chaco Women’s Sandals Andy’s KEEN Men’s Waterproof Hiking Shoes Little […] - [A Celebration of 100k subscribers!](https://truegritappalachianways.com/100k-favorites/): A Thank You from Our Home We never imagined this little channel — just us cooking, canning, and living our days — would grow into a family of over 100,000 folks. Thank you for being part of it. To celebrate, we put together a little recipe collection: some of our most loved, most requested, and most cooked meals — straight from our kitchen to yours. It’s our way of saying thank you, and we hope it blesses your table like it has ours. — Meagan & Andy - [About Our Family](https://truegritappalachianways.com/about-us/): About Meagan & Andy We’re Meagan and Andy, raising our family in the Appalachian foothills. We spend our days working the land, growing and preserving food, and keeping up the ways that were handed down to us. Our children are right alongside us — learning, helping, and growing up with an understanding of where food comes from and the value of hard work. We started sharing our days simply as a way to keep a record and connect with folks who care about old ways and simple living. What began small has grown into a community we’re grateful for. We’re […] - [Recipes](https://truegritappalachianways.com/recipes/): Recipes From the True Grit Kitchen We’re gathering up the old ways one recipe at a time — preserving the flavors, traditions, and know-how of Appalachian kitchens. From canning and baking to skillet meals and sweet treats, this page will soon be full of our favorite homemade dishes. Check back soon for full recipe collections in each category! Canning & Preserving Coming Soon Baking & Breads Coming Soon Suppers & Skillet Meals Coming Soon Sweets & Treats Coming Soon Garden to Table Coming Soon - [Home](https://truegritappalachianways.com/): We’re Meagan and Andy, raising our family in the Appalachian foothills. We grow, preserve, and share food the old-fashioned way and we are thankful to pass along the traditions handed down to us. Start Here Looking for something specific? Choose where you’d like to start. “Tomorrow hopes we have learned something from yesterday.” — John Wayne ## Products - [True Grit Logo Richardson Hat](https://truegritappalachianways.com/product/true-grit-logo-richardson-hat/): A classic Richardson 112 trucker hat with our True Grit logo. Comfortable, breathable, and something we wear ourselves every day. Please allow up to 10 business days for orders to ship. Expedited shipping does not accelerate the production process. - [True Grit Comfort Colors T-Shirt](https://truegritappalachianways.com/product/true-grit-comfort-colors-t-shirt/): A soft, comfortable Comfort Colors t-shirt with our True Grit logo. Easy to wear, broken-in feel, and one we reach for all the time. Please allow up to 10 business days for orders to ship. Expedited shipping does not accelerate the production process. - [Handmade Bright Red Pottery Mug – Mornin' Y'all](https://truegritappalachianways.com/product/handmade-bright-red-pottery-mug-mornin-yall/): A handmade bright red pottery mug, crafted with care and meant to be used every day. Each mug is one of a kind, with natural variations that make it truly special. Made for slow mornings, strong coffee, and life lived simply. Please allow up to 10 business days for orders to ship. Each mug is carefully wrapped and packed by hand to ensure it arrives safely. To ensure safe delivery, mugs are limited to 2 per order. - [True Grit Country Sausage Seasoning (1 lb)](https://truegritappalachianways.com/product/true-grit-country-sausage-seasoning-1-lb/): Our country sausage seasoning is blended for folks who want to make their own sausage at home. 1 pack of seasoning will season 40lbs of sausage meat. Ingredients: SALT, SPICES INCLUDING SAGE AND COLORING, SUGAR, SPICE EXTRACTIVES, CIRTRIC ACID, BHA, BHT ANTIOXIDANTS (TO PROTECT FLAVOR) Please allow up to 10 business days for orders to ship. Expedited shipping does not accelerate the production process. - [Handmade Cobalt Blue Pottery Mug – Mornin' Y'all](https://truegritappalachianways.com/product/handmade-cobalt-blue-pottery-mug-mornin-yall/): A handmade dark blue pottery mug, crafted with care and meant to be used every day. Each mug is one of a kind, with natural variations that make it truly special. Made for slow mornings, strong coffee, and life lived simply. Please allow up to 10 business days for orders to ship. Each mug is carefully wrapped and packed by hand to ensure it arrives safely. To ensure safe delivery, mugs are limited to 2 per order. - [Handmade "Weathered Bronze" Pottery Mug – Mornin' Yall!](https://truegritappalachianways.com/product/handmade-weathered-bronze-pottery-mug-mornin-yall/): A handmade "weathered bronze" pottery mug, crafted with care and meant for everyday use. Each mug is one of a kind, with natural variations that make it special. Perfect for slow mornings, strong coffee, and simple living. Please allow up to 10 business days for pottery orders to ship. Each mug is carefully wrapped and packed by hand to ensure it arrives safely to your home. To ensure safe delivery, mugs are limited to 2 per order.   [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)