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Last Updated: January 25, 2026

General Disclaimer

Welcome to From Hearth to Stove! Everything you find on this website — our recipes, cooking tips, techniques, and food stories — is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not nutritionists, doctors, culinary scientists, or food safety experts. Nothing on this site should be considered professional nutritional, medical, or dietary advice.

All content on From Hearth to Stove reflects our personal cooking practices and experiences in our family kitchen. Before making significant changes to your diet or if you have any health concerns, please consult with a qualified healthcare professional or registered dietitian.

Recipe Accuracy & Variations

We test all of our recipes thoroughly before sharing them with you. However, cooking is not an exact science. Results can vary significantly based on:

  • Your oven, stovetop, or cooking equipment (temperatures and cooking times vary widely)
  • Ingredient brands and quality (butter brands cook differently, for example)
  • Altitude and humidity in your location
  • Individual ingredient size and variation
  • Your personal cooking experience and technique

All temperatures, cooking times, yields, and ingredient measurements provided on From Hearth to Stove are estimates based on our testing. We recommend using your own judgment and experience in the kitchen. If something doesn’t look right, trust your instincts — you know your kitchen better than anyone.

Allergen Warning & Dietary Restrictions

Critical: We do NOT guarantee that any recipe on From Hearth to Stove is free from specific allergens.

Many recipes on this site contain or may contain common allergens including:

  • Gluten and wheat
  • Nuts (tree nuts, peanuts)
  • Dairy (milk, butter, cheese, cream)
  • Eggs
  • Sesame
  • Soy
  • Fish and shellfish

Cross-contamination can occur during preparation, even if an ingredient is not directly in the recipe. Our kitchen is not a certified allergen-free facility, and we make no guarantees about contamination risks.

We explicitly cannot certify that any recipe is suitable for:

  • Gluten-free diets
  • Vegan or vegetarian lifestyles (unless explicitly labeled)
  • Halal or Kosher dietary requirements
  • Specific food allergies or intolerances
  • Medical dietary restrictions
  • Religious dietary practices

If you have a food allergy, intolerance, or specific dietary requirement, you must:

  1. Carefully read all ingredient lists before preparing any recipe
  2. Check ingredient labels for potential cross-contamination warnings
  3. Verify that modified versions of recipes meet your dietary needs
  4. Consult with your doctor, allergist, or registered dietitian before consuming any recipe

Food Safety Disclaimer

We are not food safety experts. The cooking practices and food handling techniques described on From Hearth to Stove are based on our family’s personal cooking habits and general knowledge. These practices may not meet official food safety standards.

For critical food safety information, you should always refer to official guidelines from:

  • USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)
  • FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
  • Your local or state health department
  • NFSP (National Food Safety Program)

Specifically, you should independently verify:

  • Internal cooking temperatures for meat, poultry, and seafood
  • Safe food storage temperatures and duration
  • Proper canning and food preservation methods
  • Handling of raw ingredients and cross-contamination prevention
  • Safe cooling and reheating procedures

By using any recipe from this site, you acknowledge that you are responsible for ensuring safe food preparation practices in your own kitchen.

Nutritional Information

If we provide nutritional information, calorie counts, macronutrient breakdowns, or nutritional analysis for any recipe, please understand that this information is estimated and for reference only.

Nutritional data is calculated using standard ingredient databases and may not reflect:

  • Specific brands you use (which may have different nutritional profiles)
  • Variations in ingredient size or preparation
  • Cooking method variations that may affect nutrition
  • Individual yield variations

If you are managing a medical condition that requires precise nutritional tracking (diabetes, heart disease, renal disease, etc.), do not rely on our estimates. Consult with a registered dietitian or use professional nutritional analysis software.

Children in the Kitchen

Many recipes on From Hearth to Stove feature our family cooking together, and we love sharing recipes that children can help prepare. However, adult supervision is always required when children are involved in cooking.

Kitchens contain numerous hazards including:

  • Hot stoves, ovens, and cooking surfaces
  • Sharp knives and kitchen equipment
  • Hot liquids and steam
  • Potential allergens and choking hazards

From Hearth to Stove and Maggie Whitaker are not liable for any injuries, damages, or incidents that occur while children are in the kitchen. Parents and guardians are solely responsible for supervising children and ensuring appropriate safety measures are in place.

External Links & Third-Party Content

From Hearth to Stove may contain links to websites, resources, and products operated by third parties. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of external websites. Linking to a third-party site does not constitute an endorsement of that site or its content.

We have no control over external sites and cannot guarantee their safety, legality, or appropriateness. Use external links at your own risk.

Affiliate Disclosure

From Hearth to Stove participates in affiliate marketing programs, including but not limited to the Amazon Associates Program. When you click certain links on our site and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

Our inclusion of affiliate links does not affect our recommendations or opinions about products. We recommend products and tools that we genuinely use and enjoy, regardless of affiliate status. However, please be aware that our recommendations may be influenced by the potential to earn a commission.

You are not required to use our affiliate links to access products or services mentioned on From Hearth to Stove. You can always purchase directly from retailers or manufacturers if you prefer.

AI-Generated Images

Some images featured on From Hearth to Stove have been created using artificial intelligence image generation tools. While we work to ensure these images are relevant and representative, AI-generated images may not perfectly represent the actual finished dish or may contain minor inaccuracies.

These images are provided for illustrative and inspirational purposes. The actual appearance of dishes prepared using our recipes may differ from AI-generated representations.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, FROM HEARTH TO STOVE, MAGGIE WHITAKER, AND ALL ASSOCIATED PARTIES ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM:

  • Use of recipes, cooking techniques, or content on this website
  • Reliance on nutritional information or food safety practices described here
  • Allergic reactions or adverse health effects
  • Injuries, accidents, or incidents in your kitchen
  • Damage to property or equipment
  • Loss of income or business interruption
  • Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages

This limitation applies whether damages are claimed in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or any other legal theory, and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Changes to This Disclaimer

From Hearth to Stove reserves the right to update, modify, or change this disclaimer at any time without notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the site following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated disclaimer.

We recommend checking this page periodically for updates.

Questions?

If you have questions about this disclaimer or concerns about any content on From Hearth to Stove, please contact us through our website.

This disclaimer is intended to protect both our readers and the From Hearth to Stove blog. We take your safety and satisfaction seriously, which is why we want to be completely transparent about what we can and cannot guarantee. Thank you for cooking with us!