Description

From the Ground Up: Home Cooking From Scratch

Discover the Joy and Simplicity of Traditional Home Cooking

Transform Your Kitchen into a Haven of Homemade Goodness

Are you yearning to cook like grandma did? Missing those made-from-scratch meals that filled your childhood home with irresistible aromas? “From the Ground Up” is your guide to reclaiming the lost art of home cooking – no fancy ingredients or complicated techniques required.

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What Makes This Cookbook Different?

Unlike other cookbooks that assume you already know the basics or require specialty ingredients, “From the Ground Up” starts exactly where you are. Written by Melissa, a mom of five and passionate home cook who learned in her own mother’s kitchen, this cookbook is like having a patient friend guide you through every step of your cooking journey.

Inside You’ll Discover:

✓ 60+ Time-Tested Family Recipes Across Five Categories

• From Scratch Favorites (12 essential recipes)
• Breads (8 foolproof recipes)
• Main Dishes (22 family-pleasing meals)
• Desserts (10 sweet traditions)
• Vegetables (13 delicious sides)

✓ Essential Building Blocks of Home Cooking

• Master recipes for homemade seasonings
• Nine easy salad dressings you’ll make again and again
• Foundational techniques for broths, beans, and pasta
• Time-saving Instant Pot and slow cooker methods

✓ Budget-Friendly Cooking Solutions

• Learn to cook with basic pantry ingredients
• Master multi-purpose recipes that prevent food waste
• Transform simple ingredients into impressive meals

Perfect For:

• Beginners wanting to learn cooking basics
• Busy parents seeking reliable family recipes
• Anyone looking to reduce processed foods
• Home cooks wanting to expand their from-scratch repertoire
• Those interested in budget-friendly meal solutions

Real Cooking for Real Life

Every recipe has been tested and approved by Melissa’s family of seven, ensuring that these dishes are both delicious and practical for everyday life. From quick weeknight dinners like “20-Minute Roasted Corn, Zucchini, & Black Bean Tacos” to weekend projects like “Jolyn’s Extra Soft White Bread,” you’ll find recipes that fit your schedule and skill level.

Learning the Basics, Mastering the Essentials

This isn’t just a collection of recipes – it’s a comprehensive guide to building your cooking confidence. You’ll learn:

• How to make your own seasoning blends
• The secret to perfect homemade bread
• Essential techniques for cooking dried beans
• Methods for creating flavorful broths
• Tips for successful vegetable roasting

From Melissa’s Kitchen to Yours

“Growing up in Southern Indiana, I learned the value of simple, honest cooking. This cookbook is more than just recipes – it’s about connecting with our food, our families, and our traditions. Whether you’re just starting out or returning to basics, these recipes will help you create meals that nourish both body and soul.” – Melissa

What You’ll Get:

• 130+ pages of clear, detailed recipes
• Step-by-step instructions for essential cooking techniques
• Tips for ingredient substitutions and variations
• Beautiful photography of finished dishes
• Access to Melissa’s cooking blog with thousands of additional free recipes

Your Journey to Confident Cooking Starts Here

Don’t let another day go by relying on processed foods and takeout. With “From the Ground Up,” you’ll have everything you need to start cooking delicious, wholesome meals from scratch.

Start your journey to confident, from-scratch cooking today!

Please reach out with any questions! Shoot an email to melissa@blessthismessplease.com.