I am beyond excited to announce the arrival of my new cookbook, The Modern Pioneer Cookbook! Published by Penguin Random House under their esteemed DK imprint, this book is a dream come true and a culmination of my passion for traditional foods.
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The Modern Pioneer Cookbook is more than just a collection of recipes; it’s your comprehensive guide to mastering the art of traditional food preparation in your own kitchen. It’s designed to empower you to become a true modern pioneer in your kitchen, equipped with the skills to nourish yourself and your loved ones with wholesome, homemade meals.
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The Modern Pioneer Cookbook: Embrace Seasonal Ingredients and Time-Honored Techniques
This isn’t just another cookbook; The Modern Pioneer Cookbook is your invitation to explore the rewarding world of traditional cooking. Featuring over 85 from-scratch recipes, this book will reveal how you can transform simple, seasonal ingredients using time-tested techniques to create delicious and nourishing meals the modern pioneer way.
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Inside The Modern Pioneer Cookbook: Your Journey to a Traditional Foods Kitchen
When Penguin Random House approached me with the incredible opportunity to write a cookbook, I was absolutely thrilled! It was a long-held dream, and I immediately envisioned creating a resource that would bring the essential knowledge of traditional foods to your kitchens in a beautifully printed format.
The Modern Pioneer Cookbook is designed to be your manual for creating a thriving Traditional Foods Kitchen. It’s packed with techniques that go beyond just recipes, focusing on how to create the most nourishing and flavorful homemade foods. Embrace the satisfaction of saving money and reducing waste as you embark on this culinary journey.
Traditional Techniques for Nourishing Flavorful Meals
What Culinary Skills Will You Master with The Modern Pioneer Cookbook?
Inside The Modern Pioneer Cookbook, you’ll discover my tried-and-true methods for preparing traditional foods. I guide you through each technique with clear, step-by-step instructions, making even seemingly complex processes accessible to every home cook. Plus, I’ve included a wealth of exclusive tips and tricks, many of which I haven’t shared in my videos before.
The Modern Pioneer Cookbook covers essential techniques such as:
- Crafting Exceptional Bone Broths: Learn the secrets to making rich, flavorful, and nutrient-dense bone broths that form the foundation of countless nourishing dishes.
- Culturing Dairy and Making Stovetop Cheeses: Explore the art of culturing various types of dairy and create a delightful array of homemade stovetop cheeses.
- Fermenting Vegetables, Fruits, and Condiments: Dive into the world of fermentation and create probiotic-rich vegetables, fruits, and condiments, including incredibly flavorful homemade vinegar.
- Becoming a Home Baking Expert: Master the techniques for baking quick breads, yeasted breads, sourdough, and sprouted flour breads, filling your home with the aroma of freshly baked goodness.
- Preparing Superfoods Everyone Will Love: Discover how to incorporate nutrient-packed superfoods into your everyday meals in delicious and appealing ways.
- Home Canning and Food Drying for Pantry Stocking: Learn the essential skills of home canning and food drying to preserve seasonal bounty and build a well-stocked pantry.
- Creating Pioneer Wedding Cake and Whole Grain Desserts: Indulge in wholesome treats with recipes for desserts like Pioneer Wedding Cake, made with whole grain flours and natural sweeteners.
- Using Traditional Foods in Nourishing Meals: Discover how to incorporate all the traditional foods you create into balanced and delicious everyday meals.
Beyond the techniques and recipes, The Modern Pioneer Cookbook offers a personal glimpse into my life. I share heartwarming stories about my husband, son, and parents, including cherished wisdom from my mother, who many of you have grown to love through my videos.
A Cookbook You Can Trust: Tried, Tested, and True
When you open The Modern Pioneer Cookbook, you can be confident that each recipe and technique has been rigorously tested to ensure your success. I was fortunate to work with an exceptional editor and a professional recipe tester who meticulously reviewed every detail.
The recipe tester thoroughly tested each recipe to guarantee perfect results and clarity in the instructions. You’ll appreciate the comprehensive detail provided without feeling overwhelmed, making traditional cooking accessible and enjoyable for all skill levels.
Marys Bookshelves with Cookbooks
Make The Modern Pioneer Cookbook a Cherished Addition to Your Kitchen
One of the most frequent requests I receive from my wonderful community is for a printed cookbook. I am overjoyed to finally say, “Yes, it’s here!” I envision The Modern Pioneer Cookbook becoming a treasured resource on your kitchen bookshelf for years to come.
It brings me immense joy to know that you can now hold in your hands a book filled with the traditional food knowledge I’ve gathered over a lifetime. No matter what the future may hold, The Modern Pioneer Cookbook will serve as your essential guide to Traditional Foods, readily available on your shelf even when the internet is not. (Perfect for cozy reading by candlelight! 😉)
My hope is that The Modern Pioneer Cookbook will take its place alongside beloved classics like Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon on your kitchen shelf. There’s something truly special about holding a physical book and being able to easily access it whenever inspiration or a cooking question strikes.
The Joy of Cookbooks: Tangible and Timeless
While the internet is undoubtedly a valuable resource, there’s an undeniable charm and practicality in having a physical cookbook, especially when embracing a traditional kitchen lifestyle. Imagine settling at your kitchen table with a warm beverage, The Modern Pioneer Cookbook in hand, slowly turning the pages, learning and relaxing.
And for those who share my love of reading in bed, there’s nothing quite like getting cozy under the covers with a stack of cookbooks. My bedside table is often piled high, and I hope your collection, too, will soon include The Modern Pioneer Cookbook.
Pictures from Modern Pioneer Cookbook
The Enduring Value of the Printed Word
One of the most heartwarming compliments I ever received was when a visitor exclaimed upon entering my living room, “Oh my! C.S. Lewis would be right at home here!”
As many know, C.S. Lewis, the celebrated author of The Chronicles of Narnia, was a passionate bibliophile. Like Lewis, and countless others who cherish the printed word, our home is filled with books, floor to ceiling! Both my husband and I are avid readers, so the opportunity to write a book, especially for Penguin Random House’s DK imprint, was incredibly exciting.
DK is renowned for publishing exquisitely crafted books that are treasured across generations. Knowing The Modern Pioneer Cookbook would be part of their legacy was a true honor.
Preserving Self-Sufficiency Skills for Generations
If you’ve been following my journey for a while, you’ve heard me talk about “forever foods”—pantry staples that stand the test of time. In a similar vein, a book is inherently enduring. Think of the thrill of holding a first edition from the 1700s, imagining the countless hands that have turned its pages, the stories it holds, and the knowledge it has imparted.
My sincere hope is that The Modern Pioneer Cookbook will be shared and cherished by future generations, passing down the vital skills of traditional cooking and kitchen self-sufficiency that you are gaining today.
Your comments and letters over the years have been incredibly inspiring. Hearing how you’ve not only mastered homemade traditional foods but are also teaching others fills me with pride. By sharing these skills, we ensure the continuation of self-sufficiency and independence. As you continue to deepen your knowledge and share your experiences, I trust The Modern Pioneer Cookbook will be a valuable resource for empowering everyone to create their own Traditional Foods Kitchen.
Marys Bookshelves with Cookbooks
An Exciting Cookbook Creation Journey!
In my cookbook announcement video, I share more about the exciting journey of creating The Modern Pioneer Cookbook. From manuscript to digital layouts and finally to the printed book, it was an incredible adventure.
Adding to the excitement, my editor, a talented photographer, and a skilled food stylist spent a week at my home. It was such a joy to have them here and to see my kitchen transformed into a photoshoot set! You’ll love the beautiful images of the food, all cooked right here in my kitchen and photographed on my very own kitchen table. My aim is that when you use this book, you’ll feel like you’re right here cooking alongside me.
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Download Your Complimentary 36-Page Pantry List
The Modern Pioneer Cookbook is available for preorder now, and while you await its arrival, be sure to download my free 36-page Traditional Foods Pantry List.
This comprehensive resource provides an extensive list of traditional foods to make and buy for stocking your pantry. It’s packed with links to recipe videos, helpful articles, and much more to support your traditional foods journey.
Pantry List Recipe Video
Dive Deeper with Kitchen Academy Videos
Are you eager for even more traditional foods guidance? I invite you to join the Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy. Members of this wonderful YouTube community gain access to exclusive videos, live streams, and special members-only benefits. Plus, you’ll receive a unique members-only badge next to your comments.
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In this replay of a members-only live stream, I discuss Dr. Davis and Super Cultured Dairy.
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Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy 2025 Member Update
Get a sneak peek at what’s planned for the Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy in 2025.
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