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Welcome!

Hey, I'm Rachel!

I'm the recipe developer and food photographer behind Modern Farmhouse Eats - where comfort food meets real ingredients! I'm a Minnesota native, wife, and mom to a beautiful boy and sweet Dalmatian (my firefighter husband's dream dog). I can't get enough of all things food, the outdoors, and spending time with family.

My love for cooking started on my family's dairy farm, where I spent countless hours in the kitchen with my mom, whipping up hearty homemade meals. That farm-to-table mindset still shapes my cooking today, and I carry that same style of warm, comforting dishes into my kitchen today.

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My Homemade Era

In recent years, I've really honed in on my true passion: making homemade meals for my family. For me, healthy cooking is all about the ingredients. Although I'm not perfect, I do my best to cook with real, wholesome ingredients that I can feel good about feeding to my family. In my opinion, healthy eating isn't just about adding more fruits and vegetables to your plate — it's about cooking with real food and clean ingredients (which includes homemade brownies), and steering away from heavily processed options as much as possible (but again, I'm not perfect - you'll still find things like store-bought pizza in my freezer for when life is just too crazy). All you can do is try your best!

Right now (and hopefully forever), I'm deep in my venison and sourdough era — two things I've been perfecting over the last few years. But that's not all I'm sharing! Here, you'll find easy, homemade comfort food recipes for the busy, modern cook using fresh, seasonal ingredients. And like most Minnesotans, I love a good hotdish, but I especially enjoy helping others find a love for venison recipes and feel confident baking beautiful loaves of sourdough bread.

I'm a strong believer that food brings people together, especially a home-cooked meal, so I hope my recipes inspire you to create long-lasting memories in the kitchen with your family and friends.

What is a modern farmhouse?

​​Modern farmhouse living is about creating a life that feels grounded and genuine — where homes are built for gathering, meals are made from scratch with love, and simplicity is a choice. It’s about honoring traditions, embracing the beauty of the everyday, and finding joy in the little things — like a warm loaf of bread, a shared table, and a place that truly feels like home. It’s where life feels slower in the best way, even if you're not out in the countryside.

  • Food as love: The kitchen is the heart of the home. Cooking is more than a task — it’s an act of care. Meals are made with whole, clean ingredients that you can feel good about feeding to your family. There’s a love for simple, nourishing recipes and the tradition of feeding people well.
  • Blending tradition and a modern lifestyle: You might grow herbs in the kitchen windowsill and bake sourdough on weekends — but you also have smart appliances and a minimalist morning routine. It's rustic roots with a modern twist.
  • Connection to nature: Even if you're in the suburbs, there’s a respect for the outdoors — fresh air, natural materials, tending a garden, using sustainable practices, or just enjoying a morning coffee on the porch.
  • Slower moments: Modern farmhouse living celebrates quiet rituals — morning light through the windows, a shared meal, or winding down with a book in a cozy chair. It's about finding peace in the everyday.
  • Cozy comfort: Your home is a gathering place. Whether it’s family dinners, cozy weekends, or impromptu neighbor visits, it’s all about creating a warm, welcoming space where people feel at ease.

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Some of my favorite recipes!

  • Curry Chicken and Broccoli Divan
  • sourdough pancakes on a plate with syrup with one bite on a fork
    Fluffy Sourdough Discard Pancakes
  • scooping Tater Tot Hotdish
    From-Scratch Tater Tot Hotdish
  • slice of deep dish quiche
    Leek, Sun-Dried Tomato and Goat Cheese Deep Dish Quiche
  • venison roast in a bowl with carrots and mashed potatoes
    Beer Braised Venison Roast with Carrots and Mashed Potatoes
  • homemade biscuits topped with sausage gravy
    Homemade Biscuits and Country Sausage Gravy
  • Brown Butter Heath Bar Cookies are incredibly delicious and addicting! They are so chewy, buttery and soft with chunks of chocolatey, English toffee Heath bar in every bite! Easy to make brown butter enhances the flavor by bringing a nutty, caramel like flavor to the dough. These cookies are a must make!!
    Brown Butter Heath Bar Cookies
  • Creamy Italian Ranch Pasta Salad
    Creamy Italian Ranch Pasta Salad

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Hi, I'm Rachel!

Welcome to my modern farmhouse! I'm a wife, mom and a home cook who particularly loves to share venison recipes and bake sourdough bread. My love for cooking started on my family's dairy farm, where I learned how to create hearty homemade meals using fresh, seasonal ingredients. That farm-to-table mindset still shapes my cooking today as I develop easy, from scratch, comfort food recipes for the busy, modern cook.

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Spring Recipes

  • strawberry rhubarb crisp in the skillet topped with two scoops of vanilla ice cream
    Perfect Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp with Brown Butter Streusel
  • Chicken, potatoes, burst cherry tomatoes and whipped feta on a plate with a glass of white wine
    Tomato Herb Chicken and Potatoes with Honey Whipped Feta
  • Sliced rhubarb bars on parchment paper next to a large knife and flowers.
    Rhubarb Shortbread Crumble Bars
  • lavender earl grey cookies sitting on top of a cup of lavender earl grey tea
    Lavender Earl Grey Cookies with Lemon Glaze
  • chicken meatballs over creamy spinach orzo in a bowl
    Baked Lemon Butter Chicken Meatballs with Creamy Spinach Orzo
  • close up of ramp pasta in a bowl and garnished with parmesan and black pepper
    Simple Buttery Parmesan Ramp Pasta

Popular Recipes

  • venison roast pulled apart in a serving dish with carrots, potatoes and gravy
    Best Crockpot Venison Roast | Deer Roast Recipe
  • Venison chili in a bowl topped with shredded cheese and sour cream. Sitting next to a spoon, beer and slice of bread.
    Best Venison Chili
  • Tender and juicy chicken breasts smothered in the most insanely delicious dijon mustard cream sauce served over fluffy mashed potatoes. The chicken and sauce are all made in one skillet, making it an easy dinner. Perfect for date night or a casual weeknight night. Everyone will love this recipe!
    Chicken with Creamy Dijon Sauce and Mashed Potatoes
  • chicken nuggets in a serving dish
    Homemade Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
  • marinated venison backstrap on a plate
    Marinated Venison Backstrap
  • shredded pork roast on serving dish
    Instant Pot Pork Roast with Gravy

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