Today I’m pleased to share my Mary’s Nest 2024 channel update video. In the video I outline plans for the Mary’s Nest YouTube channel and website, share a few updates, and mention a conference I’ll be speaking at this summer.
As I noted in previous newsletters, I delayed my 2024 kickoff video earlier this month due to family matters. In today’s update I cover what we accomplished last year and what I plan to share in upcoming recipe videos.
I’m excited about this year’s content and hope you are too.
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Table of Contents
- Focus on Traditional Recipes
- Launching Videos on Thursdays
- Kitchen Journal
- The Modern Pioneer Cookbook
- Other Books I’m Reading
- The Modern Homesteading Conference
- Download Your Free 36-Page Pantry List
- Join the Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy
- Kitchen Academy Videos
- Shop for items used in this blog post or video
Focus on Traditional Recipes
In the kickoff video I outline several recipe features planned for the year:
- More traditional, nutrient-dense recipes and classic old-world favorites.
- Larger food photos to guide you through each recipe’s steps.
I’ll demonstrate techniques that support maximum nutrient absorption so you and your family can enjoy healthier meals. Each recipe will be available in multiple formats so you can learn in the way that suits you best:
- Video – A walkthrough filmed in my kitchen.
- Recipe – Printable instructions for your kitchen journal.
- Blog post – Supplemental information and tips that complement the video and recipe.
Launching Videos on Thursdays
I initially planned to publish videos on Thursdays so you’d have time to gather ingredients for weekend cooking projects. After hearing from many of you, I decided to keep the original Saturday release schedule and the familiar thumbnail style to avoid disrupting your routine.
Kitchen Journal
Your Kitchen Journal is a core tool for building a traditional foods kitchen. I previously shared how to create one in this video.
Use your journal to record successes, challenges, ferment locations and temperatures, and any adjustments you make. You can also print and include favorite recipes from the web, which is handy if a source disappears online.
If you use the The Modern Pioneer Cookbook Curriculum to teach K–12 students lifelong cooking skills, kitchen journals are a perfect starting point. Jamie O’Hara shares how she created journals with her children in the curriculum’s lesson experiences.
Existing journal keepers can explore the free downloads on the website and print the templates that fit your needs.
The Modern Pioneer Cookbook
UPDATE: Thank you for helping my book, The Modern Pioneer Cookbook, become a bestseller. Penguin Random House sold out of the initial printing and ordered a second run that is appearing on bookstore shelves.
If you’re ready to transition from processed foods to traditional cooking, The Modern Pioneer Cookbook offers detailed recipes for bone broth, cultured dairy, ferments, sourdough, and more. It shows how simple ingredients and time-honored techniques can create nourishing meals the modern pioneer way.
If you already own the book, please consider leaving a review where you purchased it or on Goodreads. Your reviews help booksellers recommend the cookbook to others who want to learn traditional foods techniques.
NEW: Target now carries my cookbook in many stores. If you shop in person you may find it at a discounted price, and Target RedCard holders may receive an additional savings at checkout. To avoid extra trips, check stock availability on Target’s site before visiting stores.
Other Books I’m Reading
In the kickoff video I also mention two books I’ve been reading recently:
- The Nourishing Asian Kitchen
- The Made-from-Scratch Life: Your Get-Started Homesteading Guide
The Modern Homesteading Conference
I’m honored to be speaking at the 2024 Modern Homesteading Conference this summer. I hope some of you can attend so we can meet in person.
Download Your Free 36-Page Pantry List
For a comprehensive list of traditional foods to stock your pantry, download my free 36-page Traditional Foods Pantry List. The eBook contains links to recipe videos, helpful articles, and planning resources.
- FREE 36 Page Traditional Foods Pantry List – Printable Pantry Staples List
If you prefer a printed collection of traditional recipes, consider ordering a copy of my bestselling book, The Modern Pioneer Cookbook.
Join the Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy
If you want more in-depth videos and community perks, join the Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy. Members access exclusive videos, receive members-only benefits, and display a special badge next to their YouTube comments.
Kitchen Academy Videos
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Shop for items used in this blog post or video
Favorite Kitchen Supplies
- Favorite Aprons
- Spice Grinder
- Countertop Burner (used on my kitchen island in many videos)
- Handheld Vacuum Sealing System
- Vacuum Lids
- Whisk
- Silica Gel Packets (help keep moisture from building up in mixes)
- Cast Iron Dutch Oven
- 8-Quart Slow-Cooker
- Fat Separator (useful for decanting bone broth)
- Flour Sack Towels
- pH Strips (help check vinegar acidity)
Recommended Reading
- The Modern Pioneer Cookbook
- Nourishing Traditions