Big Book of Traditional Homestead Cooking - by Rachel Ballinger (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Classic, from-scratch recipes become more achievable than ever with this collection from Rachel Ballinger, creator of My Everyday Ordinary Life. Rachel delivers no-fuss, back-to-basics recipes for any reader looking to bring natural ingredients and traditional methods into their home kitchen. In addition to delicious flavors, Rachel also shares tried-and-true methods, tips, and tricks on approaching practices like fermenting and preserving. Brimming with 100 recipes, readers can choose from bread, breakfast, dinner, sweets, barbecue, and so much more. Home bakers trying to perfect their next loaf of bread can create Sunday Dinner Rolls or Mamaw's Homemade Bread. Family meals will also always be covered, from breakfast and brunch items like Dutch Baby Pancake and Biscuits and Gravy, to dinners like Beefy Burritos and Summer Spaghetti with Chicken and Veggies. There are also recipes for preserving that will be used again and again, from Tomato Sauce to Apple Butter to Strawberry Jam. And for those with a sweet tooth, fear not. Rachel delivers desserts like French Apple Pie, Angel Food Cake, and Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies that are sure to keep the whole family smiling.

In addition to classics that will become instant favorites around any table, this collection also includes chapters dedicated to birthdays and family nights, so quality time can always be paired with something delicious.

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