Hi there Reader! Spring is almost here, and I always start thinking about strawberries this time of year. Even before the first berries show up at the farm stands, the thought of strawberry shortcake, homemade jam, and warm cobbler feels like the start of a new season in the kitchen. There is something about strawberries that simply tastes like spring. Strawberry shortcake has always been my favorite way to welcome spring! So today I’m sharing four of our favorite strawberry recipes, from...
8 days ago • 1 min read
Good morning Reader! We will be attending the maple festival this weekend in the Laurel Highlands, and you could not ask for better weather for it. Late spring temperatures have settled in around here, with a high of 74° expected! After a long stretch of cold mornings, sunshine like this feels like a gift. With the smell of maple in the air across a large part of the country right now, I thought it would be fitting to share a few breakfast recipes that pair perfectly with this time of year....
15 days ago • 1 min read
Good morning Reader! It’s February 28th, and I’m sitting outside on our patio writing this email in the sunshine. That alone feels like a small gift. The air has that almost-spring softness to it, and everything around here is starting to act like winter is packing up. The turkeys have started mating.The hens are getting broody.Even the barn feels restless in that familiar way. And I can’t help but think… maybe spring is coming early this year. Maybe Phil was wrong. I don’t know about you,...
22 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! This week feels simple in the best way. A little baking, a few slow mornings, and some things I’ve been reaching for again and again. I thought I’d share a handful of favorites in case you need something cozy to make or something nourishing to try. The Best Sourdough Discard Scones with Mixed BerriesThese are tender, lightly sweet, and filled with bursts of berries in every bite. I love using up extra discard this way. They feel special enough for company but easy enough for a...
29 days ago • 1 min read
Happy Valentine’s Day Reader! I hope your day is filled with candy, something sweet, and a little extra love wherever you are. Valentine’s Day always feels like a good excuse to bake something special and enjoy the people you share it with. 💕 While many people will be out celebrating tonight, we will be spending the day at an archery competition. No complaints here! We truly enjoy watching the boys compete, and honestly, the long car rides together have become some of my favorite kind of...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi there Reader! Last week I mentioned that we were suddenly down to one child at home for a few days, and the house felt very different, however still entertaining with Maddie! Before the boys made their way back home, we decided to take a small trip to Punxsutawney to see Phil just before his big debut. It was incredibly cold, the kind of cold that makes you question your decisions the moment you step outside, but we had such a good time anyway. There is something fun about leaning into...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader! This week has felt like true winter on the farm. We are still completely buried in snow and the daily temperatures have been hovering around 17 degrees. Theron and the boys have been managing everything outside, and it has definitely been tough. Frozen latches, doors and gates that will not open all the way because of deep snow, and the constant cold make even the simplest chores take twice as long. But the funny thing is, regardless of me griping on the way out, the animals are...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! I wanted to check in this week, especially with this massive snowstorm affecting so many people right now. Over 200 million are expected to be impacted, and chances are, many of us are right in the middle of it. We’re praying that everyone stays safe, warm, and well through these next few days. As for us, we’re doing what we always do when a big storm is coming. Making sure the animals are settled, extra feed and bedding ready, and taking care of any little repairs that need...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader! If you decided to keep a sourdough starter after last week’s email, chances are you’re starting to see a pattern: discard adds up quickly. That’s not a bad thing. In fact, it’s one of my favorite parts of sourdough baking! Once you understand how to use it, discard turns into easy, everyday baking instead of something that gets tossed. If you’re ready to branch out a bit more, I put together another round-up that’s perfect for this stage:7+ Easy Sourdough Discard Quick Breads...
2 months ago • 1 min read