When it comes to truly exceptional beef, dry-aged steaks are often regarded as the gold standard. You’ve probably heard chefs and foodies rave about it, but what exactly makes dry-aged beef so special? Let’s break down the benefits of this luxurious meat and why it’s worth every bite. 1. An Explosion of Flavor One of […]
Fall is here and the colder temps mean I want nothing but warm and comforting meals pretty much exclusively. This time of year is also when I love to cook with pork; it’s fantastic for low and slow cooking and pairs really well with fall veggies and even fruit. Here are my current favorite pork […]
This post has been rattling around in my head for quite some time now. It’s no secret or surprise that when it comes to shopping for meat I am always in favor of supporting local ranchers at the source but I know that doing so does come at a premium compared to just stopping by […]
We knew we wanted to bring a quality ham to your dinner table for the Holidays and are so excited for these fresh, seasoned and lightly hickory smoked hams. Since our hams are not fully cooked, we wanted to ensure you had the best recipe for your Holiday meal. I know that holiday recipes often […]
INGREDIENTS: 1 beef Top Round Steak, cut 1-1’2″ thick (about 2 pounds) Marinade: 3/4 cup beef broth (preferably homemade for even more depth of flavor) 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon soy sauce (sub coconut aminos if you’re avoiding soy) 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon […]
Most grocery stores have all their beef roasts just labeled….”beef roast”. So, when a customer comes to our Ranch Store or sees our options online, it can feel a bit overwhelming! A top clod shoulder roast has a thicker strip of fat that can often be intimidating to budding chefs. That fat, though, just adds […]
I took the time this week to move Petunia into the parlor. I have absolutely loved milking in my little dairy shed but with the weather the way it is, it was time to move into a place I could keep cleaner. The cement floor means less debris and milking with a machine means less […]
We’re looking for the right individual to join our team as a Ranch Hand Intern. The right person for our crew is a quick learner, pays attention to detail, and a strong work ethic. The rest of it, we can teach. Experience with livestock is a plus. Must be willing to work in all weather, […]
INGREDIENTS For the Potatoes 2 and 1/2 to 3 pounds yellow potatoes 8 tablespoons salted butter, melted 2 large cloves garlic, minced 1 and 1/2 teaspoons thyme 1 teaspoon parsley 1 and 1/2 teaspoons rosemary salt + pepper For the Lamb 3 and 1/2 to 4 pounds lamb leg I used bone-in, it’s typically more […]
4 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 12 minutes INGREDIENTS 12 lamb loin chops (1-inch thick) or lamb rib chops 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 6 cloves garlic, grated or minced 2 Tablespoons minced fresh rosemary 2 Tablespoons lemon juice (is this 1 lemon) Zest of 1 lemon 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt ½ […]
I remember researching every curriculum under the sun. It was overwhelming and as the books kept arriving, my mom brain was so excited to begin diving into them. However, as I began lesson planning, I realized we were going to be “doing school” for 5-6 hours a day and honestly, my kids were WAY too […]
After a lot of mistakes and frustration on our part, we decided to revamp our box return program and are grateful for those who continue to help us recycle our custom shipping liners. This decision didn’t come lightly but, I have come to realize my limits and think this will help a lot. Your continual […]
When we first began raising livestock, the main reason was to feed our family. We wanted to know what was in our foods, where it came from and how it was raised. From birth to butcher, we wanted to know the process and connect deeper to our food source. We raised a giant veggie garden […]