Are You Missing Out on These Traditional Cooking Secrets?

In today’s fast-paced, convenience-driven world, more and more people are turning back the clock to embrace traditional cooking methods. These time-honored techniques not only elevate the flavor of your food but also reconnect us with a slower, more mindful way of living. Are you ready to rediscover the culinary wisdom of generations past?

Why It Matters:
Traditional cooking methods—like fermenting, smoking, curing, and slow roasting—are making a massive comeback, and for good reason. They’re sustainable, nutrient-rich, and a testament to the artistry of food preparation. As the world shifts toward a deeper appreciation for real, whole foods, these methods remind us of the importance of time, patience, and respect for ingredients.

We want to hear from YOU!

Quick Poll:
What’s your favorite traditional cooking method?

• Fermentation (e.g., sauerkraut, kimchi)

• Baking with natural fats (e.g., tallow, lard)

• Smoking or curing meats

• Slow-cooked stews and braised meats

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Get inspired! Watch our FREE Guide to Traditional Fats and start cooking the old-fashioned way with modern convenience. 👇

Tips for Embracing Traditional Methods in Your Kitchen:

1. Fermentation Made Easy: Start small with a batch of sauerkraut or kombucha. These are simple, inexpensive, and packed with probiotics.

2. Slow-Cooking Secrets: Invest in a quality Dutch oven or slow cooker to create rich, hearty stews full of flavor.

3. Baking with Tallow: Replace butter or oil with rendered tallow for flakier pie crusts and richer baked goods.

Did You Know?
In the 1800s, curing meats with salt and smoking them over wood was an art form? Today, you can replicate these methods at home with minimal equipment and maximum flavor.

Meet Alberta: A Kitchen from the Past (My grandmothers story)

During the Great Depression, kitchens were the heart of resourcefulness, and Alberta’s was no different. My grandmother kept a coffee can of rendered lard tucked under her kitchen sink. This unassuming container held the secret to flaky pie crusts and perfectly golden doughnuts.

In her world, nothing went to waste. The lard was a byproduct of Sunday’s roast, carefully strained and saved. It became the cornerstone of her baking—transforming simple ingredients into comforting treats that filled her home with the smell of love and survival.

Alberta taught her daughters to make doughnuts. After school, the kitchen became a hub of activity. The dough, enriched with lard, fried up light and golden. These were treats, yes, but they were also symbols of resilience, a reminder of the ingenuity that turned lean times into lasting memories.

Her resourcefulness inspired me to dive into traditional methods and explore the role of fats in baking. These techniques are held in the lineage of our families- reminiscent of a time when families used every resource available to create something extraordinary.

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Exclusive Content for You:
Discover the art of making homemade raw cultured butter right in your kitchen! This nutrient-rich, preservative-free butter is perfect for traditional cooking enthusiasts and those embracing a sustainable lifestyle. In this video, we’ll guide you step-by-step through the process and share our simple recipe to create creamy, flavorful butter from scratch.

Homemade Raw Butter Recipe:
Ingredients:

• 2 cups raw cream (or pasteurized cream, if raw isn’t available)

• 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional, for salted butter)

• rosemary and garlic to taste

Instructions:

1. Churning the Butter:

   • Pour the cultured cream into a stand mixer, food processor, or jar with a tight lid for hand-shaking.

   • Whip or shake until the cream separates into butter and buttermilk. (This can take 5-10 minutes.)

2. Washing the Butter:

   • Strain out the buttermilk and save it for baking or pancakes.

   • Rinse the butter under cold water, kneading it gently to remove excess buttermilk.

3. Seasoning and Storing:

   • Knead in salt if desired.

   • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Why It’s Worth It:
Making your own butter not only enhances flavor but also connects you to the timeless traditions of the kitchen. Plus, it’s a great way to support sustainable, whole-food living!

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Upcoming Events and Workshops:

• Fermentation 101 (Virtual): Learn to make kombucha and kimchi at home! (week

• Back to Basics Baking (Live): Master the art of tallow-based pie crusts and biscuits.
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Call to Action:
Rediscover the joy of traditional cooking methods and join the movement that’s bringing heritage back to the kitchen.
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➡️Recipes, video tutorials, how-to guides, community support, networking and resources in Nourishing Traditions, Weston A Price and the Real Food Movement.

The future of food is rooted in the past. 2025 and beyond is about embracing the wisdom of our ancestors and moving that wisdom towards a brighter future for our children, families and communities.

Warmly,
Molly Bravo
Founder, Wylder Space

P.S. Don’t forget to check out this week’s community poll and let us know your thoughts. Your voice helps shape the Wylder Space experience!