True North cabin cookbook: recipes & stories from a north woods table

Celebrate life in the northland with seasonal foods andcherished stories, as recipes and personal recollections transport readers to alakeside cabin in the north woods. 

Cabins provide an ideal getaway from the demands of everydaylife, with adventuresome days of hiking or boating or lounging fueled byhearty, home-cooked meals. The rhythms of cabin life are familiar to StephanieHansen, who relishes the opportunity to create memorable and delicious mealsfor friends and loved ones using simple ingredients from pantry and garden.

From her family cabin on picturesque True North Island nearEly, Minnesota, Hansen shares favorite recipes for the summer months. In May,she presents cozy dishes like Beef Bourguignon and Drunken Cowboy Beansfollowed by a sweet and tart Rhubarb Skillet Cake, while June might call forMolasses Pork Chops accompanied by Roasted Carrots with Scallion-Ginger Sauce.For the lazy summer days of July and August, the classic Fried Walleye withLemony Tartar Sauce might hit the spot, and a Grilled Ratatouille with HerbVinaigrette takes advantage of fresh seasonal vegetables. As autumn starts tocreep in, Grilled Lamb Burgers with Tzatziki Feta Sauce and Warm Bacon PotatoSalad keep the summer vibe going. Throughout the months, Hansen shares recipes for desserts both simple and adventurous—from a No-Bake Layered Lemon Loaf with Blueberries to Molten Chocolate Cakes—and refreshing cocktails to meet your every mood.

Hansen’s creative dishes will nourish and delight those whogather at your table—at the cabin or at home. True North Cabin Cookbook offersample opportunity to savor north woods living at its very best.