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Practical Homemaking Tips

My homemaking articles written by me to help the homemaker prioritize homemaking and from-scratch meals! Real meals come from the heart of the homemaker!

My Journey with Fresh-Milled Flour

Over the years, I’ve learned to use wheat berries in all of my baked goods! After learning about this nutritious flour from Sue Becker and the benefits of milling your own grains at home, I’ve embarked on my own journey with fresh-milled flour. I share what I’ve learned over the years, including how to convert any recipe to fresh milled flour. This article is to help you get started and is enriched with my personal journey!

Learn to Cook from Scratch

Living simply and cooking from scratch is inseparable from a contented and satisfied life. Here are ways I’ve learned to be frugal and cook more efficiently.

Recent Posts

image of a homemade stuffing recipe baked in a pan

The best stuffing recipe, made from scratch with homemade sandwich bread, chicken broth, and savory herbs! It’s simple to make and is way better than the Stovetop stuffing mixes!

image of soft and fluffy homemade sandwich bread with white flour

This sandwich bread recipe comes from a Mennonite bakery and makes the perfect homemade sandwich bread with a soft, buttery crust and a surreal, fluffy inside! Leftovers are great for croutons, bread crumbs, or Turkey Stuffing!

image of creamy chicken chowder soup in a bowl

Chicken chowder is a family favorite soup recipe! It’s incredibly delicious, creamy, and so comforting! Make it from scratch with healthy broth and homemade cooked chicken, or use store-bought rotisserie chicken — but do give this recipe a try!

image of rich and fudgy zucchini brownies Made with fresh milled flour on a vintage red plate

These rich zucchini brownies are a family favorite recipe! Made with healthier whole grains, they don’t lack any gooey, ooey, fudge flavor! No one can even tell they have zucchini or whole wheat flour!

Field to Table

Field to table is about the foods we bring into our home from our land. Our food ration is to inspire the homemaker and give ideas of what needs to be stocked, even if it’s from the grocery store.

Hi, I’m Alyona. Happy you’re here!

I’m a mom of six, farmer’s wife, and chef. I’ve been cooking from scratch for my family for nearly two decades, and this site is where I share my favorite recipes. Join me for cooking and sourdough fun!

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