If you’ve ever cooked a pot of beans and thought, “Wow—these actually taste like something,” chances are they were heirloom beans. Unlike the beans you’ll find in grocery store cans, heirloom beans are older varieties that have been passed down through generations. They’re grown for flavor, nutrition, and beauty—not for how well they fit into…
This cracker recipe offers a wholesome, rustic snack made with heirloom grains. The dough combines spelt and einkorn flours, butter, sugar, salt and water, resulting in a simple yet flavorful base. The dough is rolled out thin, cut into squares, and baked until crisp. These crackers are perfect for pairing with cheese, spreads, or enjoying…
This Fresh Masa Corn Tortillas recipe takes you from scratch to sizzling tortillas using organic Wapsie Valley corn. The process begins with nixtamalizing whole corn kernels in a pickling lime solution, then grinding them into a smooth masa dough. This dough is formed into golf ball-sized portions, pressed thin, and cooked on a hot, dry…
Donna has spent many years perfecting her flaky pie crust. This recipe offers a rustic, wholesome twist on classic pie dough by using einkorn or spelt flour and lard, yielding a tender, flaky crust perfect for sweet or savory pies. The dough is chilled before rolling out, ensuring a light texture. For a delightful pairing,…
This Crockpot Black Beans recipe offers a simple and flavorful way to prepare black beans. By combining dried black beans with onions, garlic, spices, and broth, you can create a hearty dish that’s perfect for tacos, burrito bowls, or as a side. The slow cooking process ensures the beans become tender and infused with rich…
A hearty, oven-baked dish featuring spelt berries, sweet butternut squash, smoky bacon, and warm garam masala for a cozy, spiced twist. Spiced Squash Spelt Bake 1/2 lb bacon (cooked) 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 large onion (chopped) 2 tsp garam masala 2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1 1/2 cups spelt berries 3 cups chicken…
Earthy, tender beans meet smoky paprika, sweet shallots, and a splash of vinegar in this warm, Spanish-inspired dish. With a glisten of good olive oil and a hit of fresh parsley, it’s simple, soulful, and perfect piled onto crusty bread or as a cozy bowl for slow lunches or easy suppers. Warm Smokey Amethyst Beans…
This hearty heirloom bean and vegetable soup is a comforting blend of rich flavors and rustic textures. Slow-simmered beans, fragrant sage, and tender root vegetables create a nourishing, deeply satisfying dish, while crispy garlic-sage croutons add the perfect crunch. A cozy, wholesome meal for any season! Butternut Squash Bean Soup Soup 1 lb Tiger Eye…
These crunchy, honey-butter roasted einkorn berries add a delightful nutty flavor and crispy texture to yogurt parfaits or snacks. Lightly soaked, then oven-roasted to perfection, they offer a wholesome, naturally sweet crunch with every bite! Honey Roasted Einkorn Berries 1/2 cup einkorn berries 1 tsp apple cider vinegar 2 tsp butter (melted) 2 tsp honey…
This Crusty No-Knead Einkorn Bread recipe offers a simple, hands-off approach to making a delicious, rustic loaf. Using only four ingredients—einkorn flour, sea salt, yeast, and warm water—this bread requires no kneading, making it accessible to bakers of all skill levels. After mixing the dough, it is left to rise for 3 to 12 hours.…