Sophie de Jong, Author at thefarmingchefs

Fluffy mashed potato purée

Fluffy mashed potato purée This classic mashed potato recipe delivers a rich, velvety texture with a buttery, creamy taste. Made with starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold, they are […]

A brighter future full of small scale farms

Imagine a world where we are no longer dependent on food from faraway countries. A future where you know the people who grow your food, or at least can visit them. You eat mainly from your own region and you do not feel that you are ‘restricted’ in your choices. Everywhere you look you see lively farms, where you like to walk around. Why? Because they are beautiful, diverse, colorful and bursting with positive energy. Does that sound like a fairy tale? It is closer than you think!

The soil-gut connection, the moment when everything fell into place.

Health is a fascinating subject. Most people – myself included in the past – think they are healthy as long as they are not (constantly) ill. And yes, I always felt fine in the past. I ate whatever was on my plate, never had any particular problems with my weight and my performance at the gym was always sufficient. But the ‘healthy’ of that time turns out to be a pale imitation of what I know and experience now

Schmaltz

Making your own schmaltz Schmaltz is a traditional rendered chicken fat used in Ashkenazi Jewish cuisine, especially for cooking and making matzo balls. We love it on the farm, as […]

Pasture-Raised Roasted Chicken

Experience the full flavor of a regeneratively grown, pasture-raised chicken with this easy and wholesome recipe. By using just salt and proper roasting techniques, this recipe highlights the high-quality, nutrient-dense meat of a truly cared-for bird. It’s a celebration of purity and sustainability, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Sweet Potato and Roasted Chestnuts Purée Recipe

Sweet Potato and Roasted Chestnuts Purée Recipe Elevate your comfort food game with this luxurious Sweet Potato and Chestnut Purée. Creamy, rich, and slightly sweet, it’s the perfect side dish […]

The whole broccoli plant with parmesan crisps

Transform the humble broccoli into a star of your meal with this innovative recipe that uses the whole plant—leaves, stems, and florets. Paired with golden, crunchy Parmesan crisps, this dish is a celebration of flavor and sustainability, perfect as a side or a standalone snack.