Cook Like a Homesteader Has Changed Kitchens and Lives
Now It’s Your Turn to Take Back Control 🍞
The #1 From-Scratch Cookbook for Families in 2025
Simple recipes, nourishing traditions, and kitchen confidence for real life.

From-Scratch Made Simple
Step-by-step recipes help you ditch store-bought and cook real, nourishing meals without stress.

Homemade Pantry Essentials
Learn how to make breads, jams, sauces, and staples that save money and eliminate harmful additives.

Canning & Preserving Made Easy
Build a stocked, self-sufficient kitchen with Mel’s approachable guides to food preservation.

Family-Focused, Budget-Friendly Meals
Comforting, crowd-pleasing recipes that are as practical as they are delicious — perfect for busy homes.
Thousands are reclaiming their kitchens, eating better, and cooking with confidence
A Lifesaver for My Family
"This book gave me the confidence to stop relying on overpriced, processed food. The recipes are so simple, and now I’m making bread, biscuits, and even jam from scratch. My kids are eating better, and I feel proud every time I cook."
Real Food, Real Confidence
"I never imagined I’d be making my own pie crusts or canning veggies, but this book makes it all feel doable. It’s helped me reconnect with food in the most rewarding way. Every recipe feels like a win."
Exactly What I Needed
"I always thought homesteading was too complicated — but Mel breaks it down so beautifully. This book taught me how to make meals that feel like home, even in my tiny apartment. I finally feel in control of my kitchen."