-Jane Austen, Emma







This fresh-milled country bread is a simple, rustic loaf made with an overnight poolish for added flavor and a short refrigerated rise for an easy baking schedule. With just a handful of basic ingredients, you can mix the dough in the morning and have a beautiful homemade loaf ready for…

These fresh-milled spelt pumpkin muffins are soft, tender, and warmly spiced, with plenty of pumpkin flavor and a simple brown sugar sweetness. Made with wholesome…

These fluffy pumpkin pancakes are made with freshly milled soft white wheat, pumpkin puree, warm spices, and simple pantry staples. A cozy fall breakfast that…

This easy fresh-milled focaccia bread is soft and airy inside with a golden, crispy crust and plenty of olive oil flavor. Made with freshly milled…

Hi, I’m Payton—a Christian, wife, and mother. The Contented Hearth is my journey toward contentment, and I hope to take you along with me. Here you’ll find frugal living tips, comforting recipes, homemaking inspiration, and weekly prompts to help foster a contented heart.
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