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Welcome to From Scratch Cookery! I’m Wendy Hornback. Whether you’re a beginner cook or just want to learn more, I’m here to help you grow your cookery skills one simple step at a time.Join me on Instagram, my handle is @wendyhornback and check out my website for free content and downloads - fromscratchcookery.com!(Don't forget to download and subscribe so fresh episodes will be dropped into your library every Thursday morning!

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    • Feb 22, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 18m AVG DURATION
    • 57 EPISODES

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    The From Scratch Cookery podcast is an absolute gem for anyone interested in learning to cook or looking to improve their skills in the kitchen. Hosted by Wendy, this podcast offers a delightful mix of easy listening, good content, and quick tips that make it a joy to listen to. One of the standout features of this podcast is the history she shares about the foods she discusses. It adds a fascinating layer to each episode and makes you appreciate the recipe even more. The recipes she provides along the way are also a great addition, allowing listeners to try out new dishes and expand their culinary repertoire.

    One of the best aspects of The From Scratch Cookery podcast is its accessibility. Wendy does an excellent job of catering to newer cooks and making her content simple and easy to follow. This podcast doesn't overwhelm you with complex techniques or jargon that only experienced chefs would understand. Instead, it provides a solid knowledge base for beginners and builds confidence in the kitchen. Wendy's warm and friendly tone makes you feel like you have a supportive friend guiding you through each step of the cooking process, which is incredibly reassuring for those who may be less confident in their abilities.

    While it's challenging to find any major flaws with this podcast, one minor drawback could be its relatively brief runtime per episode. Some listeners might prefer longer episodes with more in-depth discussions on certain topics or recipes. However, considering that this podcast aims to provide quick tips and accessible content, the shorter format works well for its intended audience.

    In conclusion, The From Scratch Cookery podcast is an excellent resource for both beginner cooks and those looking to refresh their skills in the kitchen. Wendy's passion for cooking shines through in every episode, making it enjoyable and inspiring to listen to. Her warm and inviting voice combined with easy-to-follow instructions makes cooking from scratch feel attainable and fun. Whether you're a newlywed like one reviewer mentioned or simply someone who wants to expand their cooking knowledge, this podcast is a must-listen. You'll learn new things, gain confidence in the kitchen, and perhaps even discover a new favorite recipe along the way.



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    Latest episodes from From Scratch Cookery

    56 - Starting the 2024 Garden

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 22:05


    Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    55 - Apologies, Updates and Experiments

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 23:36


    I have a lot to be thankful for! I also have something big to apologize for, a big From Scratch Cookery update to share and some ... well ... interesting things I've been experimenting with, too. Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    54 - Basic Bread

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 15:12


    Let's take a look at basic bread without the overwhelm and talk about expanding your skills once you find that perfect recipeThanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    53 - How to Quit Sugar Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 14:23


    Digging a little deeper into sweet swaps and taking a look at how to use sugar alternatives.Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    52 - How to Quit Sugar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 17:08


    If you want to reduce your sugar intake this is the episode for you! I'm sharing my experience and three things that helped me curb my cravings.Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    51 - Interview with Tiffany from Don't Waste the Crumbs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 56:00


    Cheers to ONE YEAR with From Scratch Cookery!! Join me as I interview the one and only Tiffany from Don't Waste the Crumbs! In addition to her own experiences, she shares some great insight into thinking like a marketer to save money at the grocery store ... I took notes the whole time!Don't Waste the CrumbsThanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    50 - Two Cookery Goals for 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 15:52


    Today I'm sharing my two cookery "goals" for the year and a couple of exciting notes about next week's podcast and my upcoming summer garden! Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    49 - Kitchen Purge

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2023 15:54


    The week between Christmas and New Years is always a reset and refocus week for us which means I'm in purge mode! Today I'm sharing four reset/purge/refocus areas to help you reset for 2024, too! Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    48 - Three Easy & Cozy Casseroles

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 15:43


    Comfort food and budget stretchers, casseroles are on frequent repeat around here and today I'm sharing three of my favorites. Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    47 - Vintage Christmas Foods

    Play Episode Play 17 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 18:09


    Today we're looking at three foods we sing or read about this time of year - sugar plums, pumpkin pie, and figgy pudding. And the history of them? Let's just say I was very surprised! Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    46 - Pantry Meals (& Cookies!) on the Fly

    Play Episode Play 23 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 16:49


    Today I'm sharing about my weekend getaway and what I packed for food! Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    45 - The Christmas Cookie Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 14:19


    Who doesn't love a good cookie?  Today I'm sharing a few of my traditional favorites along with a couple of interesting tidbits I've learned in the past few weeks.Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    44 - My Health Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2023 16:09


    Happy Thanksgiving friends! Today I'm sharing a little bit about my own health journey along with a note of thankfulness. Show notes:https://nuvitruwellness.com/Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    43 - Home Chef Gift Ideas

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 17:32


    Christmas is coming quick so let's take a look at some foodie and home chef gift ideas! Show notes:Farmhouse on Boone DIY Sourdough StarterPrairie Homestead Spoon ButterThanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    42 - Tech in the Kitchen

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 15:05


    Technology. Where's the balance in using it vs honing traditional cooking skills? We're unpacking this question today and there's a LOT to consider!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    41 - Three Easy Crowdpleasers

    Play Episode Play 22 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 15:33


    Today we're talking about three easy meals that are scalable for any size crowd. And, The From Scratch Cookery Thanksgiving timeline is live and available for free until November 15 so make sure you're on the FSC email list, you can sign up at fromscratchcookery.com!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    40 - The Breadmaking Episode

    Play Episode Play 28 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 18:22


    Today we're celebrating 25,000 downloads (thank you!!!) and taking a look at 4 different types of bread and how they're made. Here are the links I mention in the show:African BitesThe Dough AcademyThanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    39 - Nonstick VS Stainless Steel

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 19:11


    Let's dive in to a conversation about pots and pans. We're looking to upgrade ours and, though I'm by no means an expert, I'm sharing what I've learned in today's episode.Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    38 Cooking with Root Vegetables

    Play Episode Play 28 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 18:33


    Ahh, the humble root vegetable. Join me today as I talk about the types of root vegetables (hint: potatoes are technically not root vegetables!) and how to cook with them. I share a couple of resources and recipes, too! Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

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    37 - The Beef Episode - Part 2

    Play Episode Play 22 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 16:19


    Do you know your cuts of beef and how to cook them? Join me today to talk about the cuts we received from buying our quarter beef and how we're going to use them!Jill Winger - Prairie Homestead/Old Fashioned on Purpose Ethan Chlebowski - Beef 101 video Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    36 - The Beef Episode - Part 1

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 26:15


    Join me in a conversation with my friend Julie who is a third generation rancher to learn more about beef. How it's raised, some ranching terms and what three questions she'd ask if she were to seek out local beef for her own family.Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    35 - The Best Decision I Ever Made

    Play Episode Play 27 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 20:14


    Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    34 - It's Harvest Season!

    Play Episode Play 26 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 14:10


    Today we're talking about the beauty in the waiting for the abundance of the garden. I'm always amazed when I'm watching it grow and then to literally enjoy the fruits of my labor? There's nothing quite like it.Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    33 - The Butter Episode!

    Play Episode Play 19 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 17:30


    Join me today as we take a deep dive into all things butter! It's healthy, tasty and has a very rich history and tradition. Here's the link from the Weston A Price website I mention in the show! Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    32 - Homemade Apple Pie

    Play Episode Play 22 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 20:52


    Join me as we bring my husband, Colin back on the show to talk about how to make from scratch apple pie!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    31 - Favorite Fall Flavors

    Play Episode Play 25 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 15:37


    Join me today as we talk about some of my fall favorites and ... I'm sharing my grandmother's famous Peanut Butter Apple Crumble recipe too!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    30 - Quick and Easy Weeknight Meals

    Play Episode Play 17 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 15:02


    Join me as we talk through a handful of quick and easy weeknight meals for whenever life gets a little busy!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

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    29 - Do People Still Use Fancy Dishes?

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 16:29


    Join me today as we explore the question do people still use fancy dishes. I'm sharing some statistics I found along with my own personal experience in using fancy dishes growing up - the answer might surprise you!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    28 - How to Make Perfect Pancakes

    Play Episode Play 21 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 15:27


    Who doesn't love a fluffy stack of pancakes? Join me today as we talk about how to make perfect pancakes. And, though unrelated, I share something very interesting that I learned about meals in Cambodia, too!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    27 - Building Kitchen Rhythms 3 - Planning a Dinner Party

    Play Episode Play 21 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 15:55


    Today in the last episode of our kitchen rhythms series we're taking a look at the rhythms of planning a dinner party and timing each dish so everything is ready at the same time when your guests arrive.Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    26 - Building From Scratch Rhythms 2 - Meal Prep & Planning

    Play Episode Play 23 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 15:30


    Join me for part 2 of Building From Scratch Kitchen Rhythms as we talk about food prep and meal planning.  Both can be time and money savers!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    25 - Building From Scratch Kitchen Rhythms

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 18:03


    Let's talk about how to build from scratch rhythms in the kitchen. We lead busy lives but there's room to incorporate from scratch cooking into our week. In the first episode of this series I talk a bit about my own rhythms and what's working for us in this busy season in life. Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    24 - The Sourdough Episode

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 20:09


    Join me in this 101 level of learning about sourdough. It's FSC's first sourdough episode and I'm sure it wont be the last! Here are the links I refer to in the podcast:From Scratch Cookery Resource PageThe Prairie Homestead - How to Make Your Own Sourdough StarterFarmhouse on Boone Sourdough RecipesThanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    23 - Summer Cooking and Garden Update

    Play Episode Play 25 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 20:15


    From breakfast in the mountains to a back yard party, today we're talking about summer cooking. And ... I have an exciting garden update to share, too. Well, I think it's exciting anyway!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

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    22 - Interview With My Mom!

    Play Episode Play 28 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 22:53


    Join me in a trip down memory lane in this conversation with my mom. :) Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    21 - The Top Three Knives You Need In Your From Scratch Kitchen

    Play Episode Play 25 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 17:24


    Join me in taking a look at the top three knives you need in your from scratch toolkit. Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    20 - Four Easy DIY Swaps

    Play Episode Play 21 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 15:03


    Today I'm sharing four quick and easy DIY kitchen swaps along with a couple of quick and easy recipes! Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    19 - Unexpected Kitchen Gadgets That I Actually Use

    Play Episode Play 27 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 15:55


    I'm not a huge fan of having a specialty gadget for every function in your kitchen but over the years I have run across a handful of unexpectedly useful gadgets that I'm sharing with you today. Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    18 - How to Make From Scratch Mac and Cheese

    Play Episode Play 21 sec Highlight Listen Later May 25, 2023 15:55


    Today we're talking about making the ultimate comfort food from scratch! Mac and cheeseThanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    17 - How to Make a Charcuterie Board

    Play Episode Play 20 sec Highlight Listen Later May 18, 2023 17:44


    Summer gatherings are coming! Join me as we take a look at how to put together a charcuterie board ... my latest obsession!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    16 - The Cast Iron Episode

    Play Episode Play 19 sec Highlight Listen Later May 11, 2023 16:28


    It's here! The cast iron episode! This week I'm talking all about cleaning, seasoning and, of course, cooking with cast iron.Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    15 - Intro to Growing Your Own Food

    Play Episode Play 20 sec Highlight Listen Later May 4, 2023 17:45


    Springtime in Colorado means I struggle to focus on just about anything else but the garden. Join me as I share some history of gardening in America and my own experiences along with two very important things to consider when starting a garden. Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback - website coming soon!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    14 - Rebekah's Cookery Journey

    Play Episode Play 17 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 22:03


    Today I'm sitting down with my friend Rebekah who was forced into the real food world due to some dietary issues in 2019. She shares her story and about how, as a newlywed, she is navigating her dietary restrictions, her husband's food preferences and learning to do it all from scratch.Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    13 - How to Cook a Whole Chicken (Two Ways)

    Play Episode Play 25 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 15:22


    If you've never cooked a whole chicken today's episode is for you! I'm sharing two easy ways to cook a whole chicken, it's not as intimidating as you may think!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

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    12 - Fighting Inflation at the Grocery Store

    Play Episode Play 26 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 17:35


    You asked for it and here it is! The inflation episode! None of us are happy about it but it's a fact of life, so how do you handle rising prices and still buy real food? Today I'm sharing several ideas about how to stay on budget at the grocery store.Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    11 - How to Avoid Bland Foods

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 18:48


    To borrow a very famous chef's line ... today we are taking a trip to flavor town! We're talking about herbs, spices, salt and fat. And, I go on a completely unexpected mini-rant about consuming fats and how it relates to body image. Don't miss this one!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    10 - The Wild Game Episode

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 23:04


    Cheers to 10 episodes! On today's episode I'm interviewing my husband, Colin about all things wild game. Why he hunts, his favorite recipe and how to find game to try if you are not a hunter yourself.Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    09 - Essential Kitchen Tools

    Play Episode Play 18 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 17:16


    From measuring cups and mixing bowls to cast iron and coffee makers, today we're walking through the top essential  tools for a from scratch kitchen. Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    08 - How to Read a Recipe and When It's Ok to Stray

    Play Episode Play 22 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 19:11


    This may seem pretty basic but there's more to reading a recipe than you may think! Today I'm sharing a high level rapid review of recipe interpretation and a few things about when breaking the rules is ok. Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    07 - Cooking Terms and Techniques

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 17:39


    Today we'll be walking through what I'm going to call a “rapid fire” review of some basic and maybe some not so basic cooking terms. Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

    06 - How to Start Cooking From Scratch

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 17:04


    Today I'm sharing four easier than easy ways to encourage you to start cooking from scratch! And, I have a tiny challenge for you, too so don't miss that!Thanks for hanging out with me today! Follow along with me on Instagram @wendyhornback and be sure to check out the free resources on my website https://fromscratchcookery.com/!

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