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Relish the healthy life.

Eat better. Cook inspired. Bring home the joy of nontoxic living.

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Learn how to go from a sack of flour to an Insta-worthy loaf of authentic sourdough.

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Cozy up with a Bowl of Delicious Yemeni Soup

On a chilly January day, my friend Chanie Apfelbaum invited me to join her at a kitchen warehouse sale. We stumbled upon the most beautiful …

Tahini Date Bars: A Quick and Easy Energy Boost for the Whole Family

It’s 5 PM and the kids have been cranky since the morning. Adjusting to the daylight saving time can be a struggle for many families, …

Sourdough Rosettes: A Delicious Twist on a Hanukkah Classic

When it comes to Jewish cuisine, nothing quite says Chanukah like deep-fried treats. And one treat that has stood the test of time is the …

How to Make Delicious Sourdough Pita Chips Using Homemade Sourdough Pita Bread

Homemade sourdough pita chips are an easy and tasty way to use up any leftover pita bread. By using your homemade sourdough pita bread, …

Homemade Sourdough Pita Bread: How to Make It from Scratch and Enjoy Its Benefits

Sourdough pita bread is not only versatile but also very popular in many cultures. It’s an essential component of many dishes, …

Fish and Chips with a Twist: A Delicious Beer Batter Recipe Made with Sourdough Discard

I believe in the power of simple, natural ingredients to create delicious and nutritious meals. And this beer batter recipe made with …

Delicious and Easy-to-Make Sourdough Cinnamon Buns Recipe

“Baking with a Sourdough Twist: The Comforting Aroma of Cinnamon Buns Ah, the smell of freshly baked cinnamon buns! There’s …

The Ultimate Guide to Making Perfect Sourdough Burger Buns

What “When it comes to a good sandwich, my family knows what they like. And as an avid sourdough baker, I’ve been on a mission …

Classic Shepherd’s Pie Recipe: A Perfect Comfort Food for Your Family

As a mother, I know how tough it can be to find a meal that everyone will enjoy. My family can be a little picky when it comes to …

Herbed Sheet Pan Chicken: A Flavorful and Easy Dinner Recipe

I feel like every so often I get in a supper rut. I just make the same few things for days, or even weeks, until my family has had enough or …

An Easy and Healthy One-Sheet Dinner: Sausage and Vegetables with Homemade Sauce

Certain foods remind me of certain seasons. Hearty beef and vegetable stews come with cold winter nights and snugly sweaters while fresh, …

Delicious and Healthy Salmon Patties

Salmon patties are one of those dishes that just never get old. They’re easy to make, versatile, and can be served hot, room …

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Baking fresh sourdough bread at home never gets old. It’s such a treat to be able to feed your family healthy, hearty food that you made …

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What others are saying

“Sarah is a self-taught master of her craft. Her understanding of baking and the process of creating sourdough is truly impressive. It was an honor to have her teach me the art of sourdough.”

Kim Kushner

“We are hooked on sourdough, my family cannot get enough. Thanks so much for everything.☺”

Frimy

“I’ve been baking your country loaf with much success. Thank you for all the great info.”

Sarah

“This course is really phenomenal! I’m so glad I joined! I made some great breads that came out super tasty.”

Esty

“I made my first bread for Shabbos. Was an amazing experience. It really went so smoothly from starter feeding to end results.”

Etty

“I am so glad I took the course. I have baked bread, challa and crackers consistently ever since. They have all come out delicious and fluffy. We have not bought a single bread, roll, Challa or other baked goods since I started..”

R G

“I can not tell you enough how much I love this whole process!! Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge.”

Leslie

“Thank you for your amazing guidance. I made a cinnamon raisin sourdough bread. It’s so delicious! I also tagged you on my insta account…thanking you and telling everyone about your amazing course! I couldn’t have made all these delicious breads without your tricks and teachings.”

Rena

“Sarah’s course was foundational. It was so clear and taught so much that I was able to experiment with hydration levels and different flours and methods almost right away. My family loves the breads and other products that I make and I no longer Feel guilty serving bread and eggs for dinner.”

Leah M.

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