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Tomato-Leek “Souffléd” Frittata

Tomato-Leek “Souffléd” Frittata

One of our top bed and breakfast recipes! Learn how to make this Castle in the Country favorite in your own home! A frittata is typically made by sautéing vegetables, adding egg and cheese to the pan, and finishing in the broiler. Here, we separate the eggs first and whip the whites into a stiff peak. If…

pecan and maple oatmeal scones

Pecan and Maple Oatmeal Scones

This is a stellar recipe for pecan and maple oatmeal scones. The key to the scones is to toast the oats and pecans in a warm (350° F) oven for about 15 minutes. This results in a better oatmeal flavor throughout the scones. Otherwise, this is a basic biscuit recipe that everyone can be successful…

Ramps, or green, wild onions on the kitchen counter ready for cooking

Ramp and Asparagus Quiche

Springtime at The Castle brings fresh ramps growing wild in the woods. Ramps (Allium tricoccum) are a species of wild onion widespread across the eastern United States and Canada. They are wild leeks that are foraged from wooded, shady areas. Ramps are one of the first signs of spring here on The Castle grounds and…

Strawberry-Rhubarb-Filled Crepes

Ahh, the joys of summer: strawberries, rhubarb, blueberries, cherries… Our Southwest Michigan location is prime for summer’s bounty. Herb and his kitchen mates love turning the seasons’ harvests into culinary delights. Here is our much-adored strawberry-rhubarb-filled crepes recipe. Enjoy this sweet and delicious taste of Castle in the Country at home! Enjoy this strawberry-rhubarb-filled crepes recipe!…

From left to right: Herb's homemade sourdough bread loafs; Herb's homemade stuffed pumpkin French Toast

Stuffed Pumpkin French Toast with Sourdough Bread

Enjoy a taste of Castle in the Country this season with Herb’s delicious stuffed pumpkin French toast made with his very own scratch-made sourdough bread. Our homemade stuffed pumpkin French toast recipe is perfect for fall, or anytime you’re craving some warm and sweet goodness. Herb and his helper create a wide variety of delicious…

Sweet Potato-Crusted Quiche

This delicious and healthy sweet potato-crusted quiche is a breakfast favorite here at Castle in the Country. Make it in your kitchen, and it will easily become a new favorite breakfast or brunch recipe! Thanks to the sweet potato crust, this quiche is gluten-free and lower in carbs and calories than traditional quiches. Originating in…

butternut squash tarts

Butternut Squash Tarts & Jalapeño Honey

These appetizer-sized Butternut Squash Tarts & Jalapeño Honey incorporate the late-summer flavors of Jalapeño peppers and fennel with the autumn flavors of butternut squash and sage. The quinoa crust makes them gluten-free. First, make the jalapeño honey. Combine honey and water in a small sauté pan and add the sliced jalapeño into the pan. Cook…

The Crowning Suite at Castle in the Country with a wood-burning fireplace, two red armchairs, and a vase of roses in the corner. Heart stickers across the bottom of the photo.

Romantic Valentine’s Day Getaway in Southwest MI

A romantic Valentine’s Day getaway in Southwest MI is just the thing after the busy holiday season. It’s essential to carve out time alone with the one you love most. The holidays mean gatherings of family and friends. Valentine’s Day is set aside for just the two of you. Make it a royal event with…