I grew up on chicken breast and hockey puck pork chops. No offense, Mom. I’d still come over and eat any day because my best memories are simply being with you at the dinner table. But the reality is that I didn’t know how to cook chicken thighs because they weren’t something we ate often […]
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 […]
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Apr 26, 2021
PAIRING LAMB WITH WINE According to wine expert Karen MacNeil, author of the Wine Bible, both red and white wine are terrific matches for American Lamb. PAIRING LAMB WITH BEER Finding a beer rich enough to stand up to lamb, but mellow enough to give its earthy flavors room to breathe, can be a challenge. Don’t […]
Apr 10, 2021
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup plain yogurt juice of 1 lemon 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon oregano black pepper 2 1/2 pounds American lamb kebab/stew meat 2 cups dried apricots boiling water 1 medium red onion, cut into chunks DIRECTIONS Add the yogurt, lemon […]
Mar 16, 2021
This week, we had the pleasure of sending a box of meats to our friend, Katy, over at @mydailydelish! Her recipes are top notch and if you know me, I like simple. Katy smashes this part out of the park and her recipes over on her blog are some of the best we’ve tried. This […]
Mar 1, 2021
There is nothing quite like whipping up a batch of butter. Whatever cooking you’re doing, homemade butter takes it to the next level. And, it’s sure to wow anyone. This lost art is a must for every homesteader. Churning butter is a favorite in our kitchen. It’s a weekly task, giving rise to the most […]
Feb 23, 2021
Rendering pork fat is a wonderful way to add quality fat to your diet. This skill improves your homestead sustainability while improving the quality of your diet!
