From the Farm Kitchen
How to Make Butter at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to make butter at home from heavy cream with a jar, mixer, food processor or churn, plus washing, salting, buttermilk uses and storage tips.
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Recipes
Scratch cooking from the Purely Wholesome Farm kitchen: lamb chops and sauces, brined chicken, pumpkin pie, sourdough, soups and holiday baking.
From the Farm Kitchen
Why No-Cook Recipes Are Perfect For Beginner Cooks And Small Kitchens
No-cook recipes are perfect for beginners and small kitchens—quick, healthy, and easy meals with minimal prep and cleanup.
Lamb Recipes
Nutritional Value of Lamb Chops Per Serving
Nutritional value of lamb chops per serving: calories, protein, fat, iron and B12, and how cooking method and trimming change the numbers.
Lamb Recipes
Lamb Lollipop Sauce: How the Right Sauce Transforms Flavor
Discover the best lamb lollipop sauce ideas, from mint and pomegranate to classic lamb sauces that balance rich, juicy lamb lollipops.
Lamb Recipes
How Chefs Plate Lamb Lollipops: Take on Fine Dining Plating
Learn how chefs plate lamb lollipops using fine dining techniques like negative space, sauce reduction, microgreens, and visual balance.
Lamb Recipes
Best Seasoning Combinations For Lamb Lollipops
Best seasoning combinations for lamb lollipops explained with simple lamb seasoning tips that enhance flavor without overpowering the meat.
Lamb Recipes
How To French Lamb Rib Chops At Home
Learn how to french lamb rib chops at home with step-by-step guidance for clean bones, better cooking, and restaurant-quality results.
Lamb Recipes
How to Cook Lamb Lollipops Medium Rare on the Stovetop
How to cook lamb lollipops medium rare on the stovetop with perfect sear, ideal temperature, and simple pan-searing technique at home.
Lamb Recipes
Lamb Lollipops: Elegant Cut Became One of My Favorite Dishes
Learn how to cook lamb lollipops perfectly with grilling tips, seasoning ideas, and nutrition insights in this gourmet guide.
Brining
How Long to Brine Chicken Breast
How long to brine chicken breast for juicy, flavorful results. Learn ideal timing, methods, and mistakes to avoid for a perfect chicken.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Pumpkin Pie Recipe: A Classic Done Right
Classic pumpkin pie recipe with step-by-step tips for smooth texture, balanced spice, and a crack-free finish every time.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Simple Charcuterie Board Ideas for Effortless Entertaining
Discover simple charcuterie board ideas with easy DIY tips, artisan cheese, cured meats, and wine pairings for effortless entertaining.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Holiday Snacks That Make Entertaining Easy, Joyful, and Delicious
Delicious holiday snacks made easy — from make-ahead appetizers to gourmet bites that impress at every festive gathering.
From the Farm Kitchen
Potato Soup from Scratch Without Cream: Dairy-Free Potato Soup
Learn how to make dairy-free potato soup from scratch—creamy, vegan, and comforting without cream or milk.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
What to Do with Leftover Dough: 10 Healthy Snack Ideas
Discover what to do with leftover dough and turn scraps into healthy, easy snacks for home or restaurant use.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Pizza Seasoning Recipe for Homemade Snacks
Learn how to make the best pizza seasoning recipe for homemade snacks — flavorful, easy, and perfect for popcorn, chips, and more.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Store Homemade Crackers: Keeping Them Crunchy and Fresh
Learn professional restaurant techniques on how to store homemade crackers and keep them fresh and perfectly crisp.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
How to Store Your Starter the Right Way for Sourdough Storage
Master sourdough storage with simple tips to keep your starter alive and your discard fresh for future baking.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
How to Use Sourdough Discard in Breakfast Recipes
Discover how to use sourdough discard in breakfast recipes with 15 creative ideas from pancakes to croissants and global favorites.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Nutritional Yeast Recipes: Baking Savory Flavor
Discover delicious nutritional yeast recipes and learn how baking with nutritional yeast adds savory flavor, umami, and plant-based goodness.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Homemade Cheddar Cheese Powder Substitute Ideas
Homemade cheddar cheese powder substitutes for popcorn, fries and mac and cheese, plus how to dehydrate your own cheese powder at home.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
The Best Flour Blend for Sourdough: Texture and Fermentation
Best flour blend for sourdough: expert tips on mixing whole wheat, spelt, and rye for perfect texture, crispness, and flavor.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Thanksgiving Desserts Made Completely from Scratch
Thanksgiving desserts made completely from scratch classic pies, spices, and elegant holiday sweets you’ll bake with love.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Pumpkin Pie Spices: Finding the Best Spice Ratio for Pumpkin Pie
The best pumpkin pie spice ratio: cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and allspice in balance, plus how much to use per pie.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Pumpkin Pie Filling Too Watery? How to Fix It for a Silky, Set Pie
Why pumpkin pie filling turns watery and how to fix it: reduce the puree, blind-bake the crust, bake low and slow, and test for doneness the right way.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Dairy-Free Pumpkin Pie Using Coconut Milk: Classic Reimagined
Creamy and perfectly spiced, this dairy-free pumpkin pie using coconut milk is the ultimate cozy, plant-based holiday dessert.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Blind Baking Tips for Flaky Pie Crusts
Master blind baking tips for flaky pie crusts with expert methods for buttery, crisp, golden results every time.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
What to Do with Leftover Pumpkin Puree Into Sweet Magic
Wondering what to do with leftover pumpkin puree? Discover easy desserts, storage tips, and creative fall recipes.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Sugar Pumpkin vs Carving Pumpkin: The Fall Flavor Showdown
Discover the difference in sugar pumpkin vs carving pumpkin—learn which is best for baking, cooking, and growing this fall.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Pumpkin Puree Without a Food Processor: Traditional Way
Learn how to make pumpkin puree without a food processor using traditional tools like a potato masher, mortar and pestle.
Lamb Recipes
Boneless or Bone-In? Guide to the Perfect Roasted Lamb Leg
Discover the best roasted lamb leg—boneless or bone-in, pros, cons, and tips for home cooks to master this flavorful classic.
Lamb Recipes
Roast Lamb Side Dishes: Global Sides That Make Your Dinner Sing
Discover delicious roast lamb side dishes—from Indian spiced potatoes to chimichurri vegetables and miso glazed eggplant.
Lamb Recipes
Common Mistakes When Cooking Roast Lamb
Avoid dry meat! Learn the common mistakes when cooking roast lamb and master basting, timing, and temperature like a pro.
Lamb Recipes
My Secret to the Perfect Lamb Rub: An Unforgettable Roast
Discover how to make the perfect lamb rub for tender, flavorful roasted lamb with easy, natural, and organic seasoning ideas.
Lamb Recipes
Garlic Lamb Roast: The Easy, Flavor-Packed Recipe
Juicy garlic lamb roast with rosemary made easy. A simple, flavorful recipe any home cook can master for perfect roasted lamb every time.
Lamb Recipes
Carve Lamb Step by Step: Cook’s Honest Guide to Perfect Slices
Learn how to carve lamb step by step — bone-in or boneless, with carving knife tips for perfect roast lamb slices every time.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Sweet and Salty Desserts: Balance Between Flavor and Texture
Discover the art of sweet and salty desserts — from honey tarts to praline, halva, and Mediterranean classics.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Edible Gifts: The Delicious Way to Say You Care
Discover the best edible gifts to make at home — thoughtful, homemade treats perfect for every occasion and season.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Cinnamon Desserts: The Spice That Makes Every Sweet
Warm up your kitchen with cinnamon desserts from rice pudding to Moroccan bread pudding, these cozy treats are perfect for any season.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Bake Ahead Desserts: The Secret to Stress-Free Sweet Success
Bake ahead desserts made easy—learn how to prep, freeze, and serve gourmet sweets for effortless entertaining.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Walnut Desserts Recipes from Around the World
Discover the best walnut desserts to bake for the holidays, from walnut bars and baklava to chocolate and honey-spiced classics.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
How to Toast Nuts for Better Dessert Flavor
Learn how to toast nuts for better dessert flavor with oven, stovetop, and pro chef methods for rich, nutty perfection.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Honey Desserts: Classic, Cozy, and Naturally Sweet Treats to Try
Discover the best honey desserts—easy recipes like honey cake, cookies, yogurt, and no-bake sweets made with natural honey.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Frosting Consistency: Tips for Perfect Frosting on Baked Bars
Master frosting consistency on baked bars with pro tips for buttercream, cream cheese frosting, ganache, and glaze perfection.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Chewy Bars Recipe: Desserts that is Soft, Gooey, and Irresistible
Master the chewy bars recipe for soft, gooey dessert bars without corn syrup using honey, oats, and pro-baker techniques.
Brining
Secret to Crispy Chicken Skin: Sugar Brine Changes Everything
Discover how sugar brine creates crispy chicken skin. Learn the best sugars and tips for golden, flavorful, perfectly crisp results.
Brining
Over Brined Chicken: What Really Happens, How to Fix It
Brined your chicken too long? How to tell, how to fix over brined chicken, and safe brining times for every cut so it stays juicy rather than salty.
Brining
Kosher Salt : Foolproof Secret to Juicy, Flavorful Chicken
How a kosher salt chicken brine makes chicken juicy and flavorful. Includes easy ratios, brine times, and recipe tips for any cooking method.
Brining
Grilled Chicken Brine for Juicy, Flavorful Results Every Time
Learn how to make the best grilled chicken brine for juicy flavor. Includes brine ratio, apple cider brine, and easy grill tips.
Brining
Brining Container: My Favorite Ways to Brine Chicken Safely
The best brining containers for chicken and turkey: food-grade buckets, brining bags, stainless pots and what to use instead when you don't have one.
Brining
The Best Grilled Chicken Brine Recipe with Herbs and Garlic
Master the grilled chicken brine recipe with herbs and garlic for juicy, flavorful results every time you grill.
Brining
Chicken Brining: Finding the Best Salt Ratio for Chicken Brine
The best salt-to-water ratio for chicken brine, how different salts measure up, and my step-by-step brining process. Includes a brine calculator.
Brining
Roast Chicken: Brine Before Roasting for Juicy Perfection
Learn how long to brine a chicken before roasting for juicy, flavorful, golden results using expert tips and easy home methods.
Raising Goats
Goat Milk Production: Profitable Homestead Goat Milk Business
Discover profitable homestead goat milk production ideas from cheese to lotion and learn how to turn milk into income.
Canning & Preserving
Canned Tomato Sauce: Plum Tomatoes for Sauces and Salsa
Make homemade canned tomato sauce with plum tomatoes using safe water bath canning and simple preservation techniques.
Canning & Preserving
Sweet Pickle Recipe: Old-Fashioned Crunch and Comfort
An old-fashioned sweet pickle recipe with a safe vinegar ratio, a warm spice blend and tips for crisp pickles, canned or as refrigerator pickles.
Canning & Preserving
How to Water Bath Can: Guide to Safe and Simple Home Canning
Learn how to water bath can with easy steps, safe recipes, jar prep, sealing tips, and timing charts for perfect homemade preserves.
Canning & Preserving
Homemade Salsa: How I Preserve My Garden’s Summer in a Jar
Learn how to make homemade salsa for canning with fresh tomatoes, easy peeling tips, and safe water bath canning steps.
Canning & Preserving
Homemade Applesauce: Preserve Apples for the Year Ahead
Learn how to make and can homemade applesauce safely with simple methods for preserving apples, canning, and long-lasting flavor.
Lamb Recipes
Lamb Mint Recipes — How I First Fell in Love
Summer lamb recipes with fresh mint are light, flavorful, and perfect for grilling, sauces, and marinades for unforgettable dinners.
Lamb Recipes
Sides for Lamb Chops: My Go-To Pairings That Always Impress
The best sides for lamb chops, from garlic-herb potatoes and minted peas to summer salads, with sample menus and an interactive plate builder.
Lamb Recipes
Mint Sauce for Lamb: The Ultimate Guide to Flavorful Pairings
Elevate your lamb dishes with mint sauce for lamb. Learn ingredients, techniques, and variations for the perfect sauce every time.
Lamb Recipes
Lamb Chop Marinades and Sauces: My Go-To Guide
Discover the best lamb chop marinades and sauces, from easy lamb marinade recipes to flavorful seasoning ideas for juicy, tender chops.
Lamb Recipes
Lamb Recipes: Global Comfort and Flavor from My Kitchen
Discover flavorful lamb recipes with sauce, from lamb stew to kofta, curry, tagine, and chops. Easy lamb dinner ideas you’ll love.
Lamb Recipes
Lamb Chops Marinade: Guide for Juicy, Flavor-Packed Chops
Lamb chops marinade recipes with garlic, rosemary, lemon and yogurt, how long to marinate, and how to cook marinated chops without burning them.
Homestead & Garden
Best Salad Greens for Golden Beets: A Vibrant Twist on Salad
Explore the best salad greens for golden beets! Discover leafy greens like arugula, spinach, and kale to elevate your golden beet salad.
Homestead & Garden
Golden Beet Salad with Feta, Walnuts, and Balsamic Dressing
Discover a delicious golden beet salad with feta, walnuts, and balsamic dressing. A healthy, vibrant dish perfect for any occasion!
Homestead & Garden
Roast Golden Beets Perfectly: The Best Way to Roast Beets
Learn how to roast golden beets perfectly with this easy step-by-step guide. Discover seasoning tips and creative serving ideas for this healthy veggie.
Homestead & Garden
Roasted Beets: The Heart of a Vibrant Salad
Enjoy a vibrant roasted beet salad with feta cheese and walnuts. This healthy salad is packed with flavor, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Homestead & Garden
Easy Golden Beet Salad Recipes: Exotic & Simple
Discover easy golden beet recipes with vibrant salads, tropical bowls, and nutritious benefits. Perfect for healthy meals and beginners!
Canning & Preserving
How I Learned the Art of Canning Pickles
Learn the art of canning pickles with tips, FAQs, and recipes. Explore dill pickles, sweet pickles, salsa, applesauce, peaches, and more!
Lamb Recipes
Sauce for Lamb Chops: My Go-To Tomato & Mint Version
Fresh tomato & mint sauce for lamb chops – a simple, flavorful recipe that elevates easy lamb recipes and Mediterranean lamb dinner ideas.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Honey Nut Bars Recipe: Chewy, Sweet, and Perfect for Sharing
Try this honey nut bars recipe with walnuts, honey, and maple frosting—an easy, chewy dessert perfect for any occasion.
Chickens & Eggs
Farm Fresh Eggs: How I Store, Test and Preserve Every Egg
How long farm fresh eggs last on the counter and in the fridge, how the egg bloom works, the float test, freezing eggs and spotting a bad egg.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Sourdough Discard Crackers: Zero-Waste Snack You’ll Love
Sourdough discard crackers are a quick, zero-waste snack. Learn easy recipes and flavor ideas like rosemary, garlic, and cheddar.
Lamb Recipes
Lamb Dinner Recipe: A Family Favorite That Never Fails
Lamb dinner recipe with garlic, rosemary & perfect roasting tips for juicy, flavorful meat every time. Ideal for gatherings.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Using the Best Pumpkin Puree Recipe
Pumpkin puree recipe for the best homemade pumpkin pie. Learn how to make fresh puree, flaky crust, and rich pie filling from scratch.
From the Farm Kitchen
Homemade Potato Soup from Scratch: A Complete Guide
Learn how to make homemade potato soup from scratch with creamy texture, bacon, cheddar, and fresh herbs in this easy winter recipe.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
The Best Zucchini Baking Recipe I’ve Ever Made
Moist, simple, and delicious—this zucchini baking recipe shows you how to make easy zucchini bread with cinnamon, nuts, and storage tips.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
Homemade Chai Concentrate: Spiced Tea Recipe for Fall
Warm up with homemade chai concentrate. A cozy, spiced recipe made with cinnamon, cardamom, star anise, and milk.
Chickens & Eggs
Frozen Eggs: Are They Safe, and How to Cook With Them
Eggs froze in the coop or fridge? Here's when frozen eggs are safe to eat, how to thaw them, and the quiches, pies and skillet recipes they work best in.
Pumpkin, Pies & Baking
My Go-To Bread Flour Recipe for the Perfect Rustic Loaf
Bake the perfect loaf with this bread flour recipe. Learn tips for artisan bread, Dutch oven baking, and simple rustic variations.
From the Farm Kitchen
Turkey Soup with Rice – Use Every Last Bit of the Holiday Bird
Warm up with this hearty turkey soup with rice made from scratch using leftover turkey, homemade broth, and cozy holiday flavors.
Homestead & Garden
Dandelion Infused Oil: Remedy Hiding in Your Backyard
Learn how to make dandelion infused oil and explore its benefits, from soothing skin to tasty teas, salads, and homemade salve recipes.
Brining
Brine Brisket: My Go-To Method for Flavor-Packed, Tender Meat
How to brine brisket at home: a simple brisket brine recipe, how long to brine, the corned beef variation and how to cook it after brining.
Raising Goats
Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken
Creamy goat cheese stuffed chicken with juicy flavor, easy variations, and tips for perfect results every time.
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