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  • The Heart Behind the Homestead: Why Northern Cowgirl & Company Matters

    The Heart Behind the Homestead: Why Northern Cowgirl & Company Matters

    There’s something timeless about fresh bread, a handful of garden flowers, and the sound of laughter around a kitchen table. At Northern Cowgirl & Company, these simple joys are woven into every part of the business—from homemade goods to heartfelt gatherings. This isn’t just a Colorado bakery or farm stand—it’s a way of life, rooted

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  • Baking, Blooming, and Belonging: Life at Northern Cowgirl & Company

    Baking, Blooming, and Belonging: Life at Northern Cowgirl & Company

    At Northern Cowgirl & Company, every loaf of bread, bouquet of flowers, and handmade treat is more than a product—it’s a piece of a life rooted in faith, family, and the rugged charm of rural Colorado. What started as a simple lifestyle blog has become a cherished local treasure: a home bakery, farm stand, and

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  • From Faith to Flour: The Story of Northern Cowgirl & Company

    From Faith to Flour: The Story of Northern Cowgirl & Company

    Nestled in the heart of rural northern Colorado, Northern Cowgirl & Company is more than just a Colorado bakery or farm stand—it’s a heartfelt expression of country living rooted in faith, family, and the western way of life. What began in 2016 as a humble lifestyle blog has since blossomed into a thriving business that

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  • Bakery Gallery

    Bakery Gallery

    Check out my past and present bakery creations!

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  • Winter Homemaking

    Winter Homemaking

    *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. As February would have it, winter has hunkered down. The hustle and bustle of the holiday season has come to an end and we fall back into our old, familiar life rhythms. Winter can be a season of life requiring a lot of grit, especially as

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  • Letters to My Daughter

    Letters to My Daughter

    When I first found out I was pregnant, I began writing in a Baby Book to document my journey into motherhood. I actually used this narrative as a basis for a class paper for my Ph.D. coursework, and felt compelled to share it with you all. It is a raw look into pending motherhood…perhaps more

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  • Dutch Oven Chicken Cacciatore

    Dutch Oven Chicken Cacciatore

    After receiving a beautiful Dutch Oven as a wedding gift, I’ve dug deep into the Dutch Oven recipes the past few years. Let me tell you–they do not disappoint! Cacciatore is actually Italian for “hunter” and the dish was inspired by a hunter coming home without a kill, forcing his wife to butcher a chicken

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  • Transform Your Kitchen Scraps into a Windowsill Garden

    Transform Your Kitchen Scraps into a Windowsill Garden

    Looking for something to do during the winter months that will make you excited for spring? Try making your own windowsill garden–it’s super easy, fun and you’ll have a head start on your spring garden planting. Tip: Whenever I buy romaine lettuce, I wash, chop and store it with a paper towel in an airtight

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  • Succulent Smoked Salmon

    Succulent Smoked Salmon

    It is no secret that including salmon in your diet is great for your health! A great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is on my dinner table often. My husband and I spent our honeymoon in Alaska, where we both fell in love with salmon (and nothing really compares to salmon in

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  • Best Fall Slow Cooker Chili

    Best Fall Slow Cooker Chili

    As autumn has settled upon us (at least in northern Colorado), I’ve been digging around for some go-to, easy and delicious recipes that are perfect for a “chili” day. I’ve made this chili recipe quite a few times, and it has been a great hit here on the Funny Farm. It’s also great re-heated throughout

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  • Hawaiian Ham & Cheese Sliders

    Hawaiian Ham & Cheese Sliders

    Looking to feed a few people? Or maybe just a  really hungry hubby? These sliders are sure to please. I was first introduced to these at one of my best friends’ bridal showers and begged her to send me the recipe. I could have finished the whole pan by myself! I’m all about simple and

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  • BBQ Ranch EZ Chicken Drummies

    BBQ Ranch EZ Chicken Drummies

    During the summer months, the grill is the main source of cooking in our household, without a doubt. However, some cuts of meat just don’t cook the same on the grill, especially chicken drumsticks. I normally either char them to the blackest black or under cook them…maybe it’s just me? Neither is a great option!

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