Welcome to the roots revival with Food Prood; where we are going back to our roots and learning old fashioned ways in a modern world.
Hi, I’m Laura 👋
And I’m a bona fide Food Prood.
I care deeply about what’s in our food—where it comes from, how it’s grown, and who it serves. My husband Justin and I took one good look at how broken the modern food system is… and ran the other way.
If that makes you nod a little too hard, you’re probably in the right place.
Today, we raise about 85% of our own food.
That includes all of our vegetables, most of our fruit, and all of our meat.
I love sharing how we do things—not because it’s the only right way, but because it’s the way that works best for us. My hope is that you’ll see what’s possible and feel inspired to take your own next step toward a more intentional, self-sustaining life.
Homesteading, Community & Doing the Work
I truly believe anyone can become more self-sufficient—without doing it all alone.
This life isn’t about perfection or checking boxes. It’s about learning skills, respecting each other’s talents, and building community with people who care about food the same way you do.
We’re raising three wonderful children on our homestead, and I homeschool them alongside the daily rhythms of growing, preserving, and tending animals. They work hard, learn real skills, and stay mostly off social media—something we’ve chosen intentionally. I hope you understand.
How I Got Here (The Short Version)
This path didn’t start with chickens and garden beds.
As a teenager, I ate steak and potatoes on repeat—and hated every bite. I didn’t like rules much either, so I became a vegetarian for about 15 years. During that time, I learned a lot about factory farming and animal treatment, which shaped my views in a big way.
Fast forward (I won’t tell you how many years 😉), I met my husband, had our first baby, and everything changed.
Today, we:
- Process our own chickens
- Raise and process our own pigs (yes—we’ve done it ourselves)
- Garden on 15,000+ square feet
- Continue growing, learning, and closing the loops on broken systems
Going from vegetarian to raising and processing meat is quite the journey—but here we are.
One Thing at a Time
Looking back, I’m amazed at how clearly this all fits into His plan.
We didn’t start with land, animals, or knowledge—we started by changing one thing at a time. One skill. One habit. One small step toward independence.
That’s the beauty of homesteading:
the constant desire to learn, improve, and rely less on systems that no longer serve us.
I encourage you to do the same—and I’m here to help you every step of the way. Truly. I’m so excited you’re here.
A Fun Side Note 🌾
My mom named me after Laura Ingalls Wilder, and honestly… it fits.
Unlike her, I chose this life—but we definitely share the same spitfire, get-it-done attitude. Thanks, Mom.
Become a Food Prood
👉 Join the community & follow along as we grow, preserve, and live intentionally
Connect with me:
- Roots Revival Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/kitchenrevival
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodproodhomesteader/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@foodprood
- Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/FoodProod/
Learn With Me
Courses & Bundles
- 🌱 Ultimate Gardening Bundle – Grow • Cultivate • Harvest • Preserve
https://shop.foodprood.com/b/grow-cultivate-harvest-preserve - 🧀 Make Cheese at Home
https://shop.foodprood.com/b/PT3ab - 🍞 Learn Sourdough: Starter to Artisan Loaf – Laura Lawrence
Freebies
- ✦ Kitchen Revival: Creating a Revival – The Jumping Off Point
- ✦ Recipes: http://www.foodprood.com/recipes
- ✦ DIY Sauces & Blends Ebook
https://shop.foodprood.com/b/iMQKT - ✦ Living Cleaner in the Home Ebook
https://shop.foodprood.com/b/living-cleaner-in-the-home