Bring back a simple, wholesome way of cooking, eating, and living with our newest issue of Farmhouse Cooking. Based on the principles of buying fresh and local, these recipes are full of nostalgic, vintage appeal. Whether you live in the country, the suburbs, or even the big city, you can experience the simplicity and goodness of the farmhouse life with every meal you create. Gather herbs from your garden for herbal teas and tisanes, fresh eggs from the coop find new ways to shine on the breakfast table, honey gathered by local beekeepers is savored in cakes and fresh rolls, and fresh goat’s milk and cheese are shared in a creamy soup and warm-from-the-oven pizza. You’ll also find homespun desserts, nostalgic comfort food, recipes using the cast-iron skillet, hearty brunches and breakfasts, quick breads to share with neighbors, essentials on canning and preserving, country garden salads, and so much more. Now, the Farmhouse experience can be embraced by all of us!
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Early to Rise • When you add wholesome farmhouse flavor to breakfast (think plenty of fresh dairy, fruit, and herbs), you’re already off to a great start. Here are seven ways to brighten up your a.m.—whether you have time to lounge or just 10 minutes until go time.
Quick Loaves • A good quick bread—aptly named because it doesn’t require kneading or rising—has a dense texture and a fine crumb. In fact, because of its texture, it’s more closely related to cake than bread. These three recipes—featuring new flavor riffs—are the perfect treat to deliver to neighbors and friends.
Smooth & Creamy Buttermilk • With its delightful tang, subtle richness, and tenderizing capabilities, buttermilk has so many uses in the kitchen. These recipes take advantage of the amazing ways this ingredient can play in your cooking.
Chicken & the Egg • Incredibly versatile eggs—a near-perfect package of protein and nutrients—deserve a solid moment of appreciation. Whether you buy eggs fresh from a farm stand or raise your own backyard layers (check out our tips for getting a flock started!), use these inspiring ideas to bring out the best in your eggs.
Vintage Comfort • There’s a special spot in our hearts for traditional country-style recipes. Each of these cozy classics is right at home on your Sunday supper table, at potluck dinners, or wherever and whenever you crave comfort.
Porch Sippers • Take a minute to kick back and relax in the coolest way possible with an ice-cold glass of country-style lemonade or fruit-infused tea.
Sourdough: from Starter to Finish • Creating true from-scratch sourdough bread is equal parts science and art, a skill that takes time and practice to hone. We’ll help you understand the process—from cultivating your own sourdough starter to using it to bake loaves, rolls, cookies—even homemade sourdough noodles!
French Farmhouse • The French formula for farm-style cooking combines wholesome, seasonal ingredients with simple, classic cooking methods. Our menu says it all: cheesy cream puffs, asparagus soup, rustic braised chicken, roasty radish-potato salad, and a fruit-topped yogurt cake.
Honeybee • Honeybees are the true heroes of the plant world. They pollinate 80 percent of our crops, which ultimately accounts for one-third of the food we eat. Their colonies have been dwindling for decades, but first-time apiarists are answering the honeybees’ call for help. We have an intro course to the hive hobby, plus four sweet ways to use this natural sweetener.
Slow-Churned Ice Cream • Homemade ice cream is a hallmark of country summers. Bring on those enticing, drippy cones with this rich, creamy custard-based version. Keep it simple with classic vanilla or stir up a peach-buttermilk, strawberry, or chocolate variation.
Iron Skillet • Cast-iron skillets can do it all: fry, sear,...
