Fresh Milled Flour, Sourdough, & Cozy Cottage Living

Recipe of the Month


Sourdough Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake

A moist, bright lemony sourdough lemon poppy seed pound cake made with sourdough discard for added depth and tenderness.

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Hi, I’m Emily!

FRESH MILLED FLOUR & SOURDOUGH BAKER • From Scratch Recipe Creator • HOME MILLER SINCE 1999

I’m a mom, wife, and homeschooler with a deep love for cottage living. Here on the blog, I share fresh-milled flour recipes and guides, sourdough recipes and guides as well as seasonal recipes, along with cottage-living inspiration to make your home feel cozy and inviting. My goal is to help you mill and bake with confidence, cook seasonally, and savor the beauty of everyday moments.

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Recipe of the Season


Freshly Milled Strawberry Shortcake, Biscuit Style

This strawberry shortcake recipe uses tender, flaky biscuits made with freshly milled soft white wheat, layered with sweet macerated strawberries and whipped cream for a classic summer dessert.

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The Cottage Mill

Everything you need to mill, store, source, and bake at home using whole grains. You will find over 16 guides, wheat-sourcing information, milling tools I use daily, troubleshooting, FAQs, and recipes.

Built with decades of hands-on milling experience, this library guides you on how to mill your first loaf, flour blends, converting recipes, sourdough, and everyday grain-to-table baking.

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