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Author: Stephanie Gilpin

Hi, I’m Stephanie, the creator and author behind Garden of Mirth. I’m a home cook with a deep love for cooking from scratch, baking with sourdough, and growing as much of our food as I can right at home. My passion is creating easy, wholesome meals that the whole family will love—whether that looks like a flaky homemade biscuit, long-fermented sourdough bread, or the most delicious tomato pie you’ve ever tasted. I’m inspired by the rhythm of the seasons, the fruits and vegetables I grow, freshly milled grains, and the slow, nourishing process of sourdough fermentation. At Garden of Mirth, you’ll find a blend of old-fashioned recipes passed down through generations and new creations inspired straight from my garden. Whole-food cooking paired with family traditions is truly my jam, and my goal is to help you feel confident making real food at home—food that brings people together around the table. Whether you’re here to learn sourdough, cook from scratch, or use what’s growing in your own backyard, I’m so glad you’re here.
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From Scratch Cooking

How to Build a From-Scratch Pantry Without Overwhelm

Plated sourdough breakfast casserole with sausage gravy and cheese
Beginner Sourdough | Sourdough | Sourdough Discard Recipes

Sourdough Breakfast Casserole with Biscuits, Sausage, and Gravy

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Beginner Sourdough | Sourdough

How to Maintain a Healthy Sourdough Starter (Without Overthinking It)

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Beginner Sourdough | Sourdough

Beginner Sourdough Basics (A Simple, From-Scratch Guide)

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Gardening | Growing Methods

Pollinator-Friendly Plants for Backyard Gardens (By Season)

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Dessert | From Scratch Cooking | Sourdough | Sourdough Discard Recipes | Sweet Sourdough Baking

Cut Out Sourdough Discard Sugar Cookie Recipe

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From Scratch Cooking | Lunch/Dinner

Easy Dump and Go Taco Soup Recipe with Rotel

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Breakfast | Drinks | From Scratch Cooking

Granny’s No Fail Southern Boiled Custard Recipe

iced gingerbread cookies in the shape of men and trees on a baking sheet on a marble counter
Dessert | From Scratch Cooking | Sourdough | Sourdough Discard Recipes | Sweet Sourdough Baking

Sourdough Gingerbread Cookies with the Perfect Snap

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Dessert | From Scratch Cooking | Sourdough | Sourdough Discard Recipes | Sweet Sourdough Baking

Sourdough Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies

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  • About
  • Sourdough
    • Beginner Sourdough
    • Sourdough Bread Recipes
    • Sourdough Discard Recipes
    • Sweet Sourdough Baking
    • Sourdough Baking Guide (From Scratch, for Real Life)
  • From Scratch Recipes
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Simmer Pot Recipes
  • Bread Making
    • Bread Basics & Techniques
    • Fresh Milled Flour Baking
    • Yeasted Breads
  • Gardening
    • Plant Care and Growing Guides
    • Growing Methods
  • Preserving
    • Canning
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