Using rendered lard and active sourdough starter offers a unique solution that delivers a flaky, tender, and flavorful crust every time. This recipe combines traditional fat with the natural fermentation of sourdough to elevate your pies to a new level.

There’s something deeply satisfying about turning humble ingredients into something extraordinary—and rendering lard is one of those timeless kitchen alchemies. Whether you’re baking flaky pie crusts, frying up golden potatoes, or crafting your own soaps and salves, lard is a pantry powerhouse with deep roots in farm tradition.

Made with rustic sourdough bread, garden-grown aromatics, and slow-roasted flavor, this stuffing brings comfort and character to any Thanksgiving spread. Whether you're hosting the whole family or contributing a dish to a potluck, this recipe is a celebration of tradition, texture, and the kind of food that feels like home. 

Fall brings more than just cozy sweaters and apple butter—it brings the start of cold and flu season. Here’s what we recommend including in your fall wellness kit—tailored for families who value natural care and practical routines.

There’s no better time to talk about one of our favorite cold-weather traditions: sourdough baking! Sourdough bread is naturally leavened using wild yeast and beneficial bacteria. That slow fermentation process unlocks a host of benefits.

Winterizing your farm isn’t just about surviving the cold—it’s about setting the stage for a smooth, healthy start come spring. Here’s a list of what we do to button things up at Rock Pillar Grounds, from field to barn to farmhouse.

Fall and winter are prime time for setting the stage for a strong, healthy spring garden. Here on the farm, we’re doing a few key things to prep our soil, protect our perennials, and plan ahead.

Made with nothing more than apple leftovers, water, and a spoonful of sugar, this slow-fermented vinegar is a true homestead workhorse. Apple scrap vinegar is a safe, non-toxic staple for the home, garden, and barnyard alike.

Garlic is a quiet powerhouse in the garden. It repels pests, requires little fuss, and rewards patience with flavorful, long-storing bulbs. Mid-October through early November is the sweet spot for planting garlic.

On a working farm, nothing goes to waste—and pumpkins are no exception. Packed with fiber, moisture, and essential vitamins like A, C and E, they’re a smart, seasonal supplement for your winter feed rotation.

Whether you’re ladling it into mugs for a chilly porch lunch or pairing it with crusty bread and a sharp cheddar for dinner, this soup is...

This recipe is simple, satisfying, and low-fuss. Roasted strands of squash are tossed in a buttery garlic sauce, finished with a generous...

Today, we’re sharing two of our favorite acorn squash recipes: one that leans into warm spices and maple sweetness, and another that’s stuffed with savory goodness for a satisfying meal straight from the oven.

Winter squashes are culinary workhorses, packed with vitamins A and C, fiber, and rich in flavor!