Pork deserves its share of the spotlight in your weekly cooking rotation. Although chicken and beef are popular - and rightfully so - I find that pork is one of the most versatile and flavorful ingredients that I can add to my meals. And, contrary to popular belief, pasture-raised pork is good for you, too.
An important aspect of buying directly from farmers: it has a "ripple effect" on the community at large. The longer we farm, the more important this idea becomes to us. Our farm is only as strong as the local economy around us. This means that we don't just need our farm to be successful. Supporting our farm enables an entire community to thrive.
If I told you that soil affects our bodies – that it can actually influence the way they function – would you be surprised?
The longer you're in pasture-raised circles, the more often you'll hear the phrase "eating the whole animal". And you might wonder -- what's that all about? Eating organ meats and bones reduce waste, make nutrient-dense food affordable, and balance the accumulation of nutrients in our bodies for optimal health.
Although you may not know it, soil is the heartbeat of a community. Its presence determines whether food can be grown, and thus if the community can survive. But the health and quality of that soil also determines the nutritional content in our food – in other words, if there’s actually anything in it to fuel our bodies.
Why should you pay attention to pasture-raised chicken? Because the way a farmer raises their chicken reveals a lot about how they farm. Raising chickens well requires attentiveness, patience, and a LOT of labor. Learn more about what this looks like on our farm.
It's time to start cooking with lard. If you haven't heard, the long-villianized fat is having its moment of redemption. Farmers and nutritionists alike are encouraging people to add it back into their kitchen routines. In fact, it's even been named one of the top ten healthiest foods in the world. So what benefits can lard bring to your kitchen? Read here to find out.
You work hard at composting food waste in the kitchen. But what about reducing that waste instead? By roasting a whole chicken, you'll not only provide a nutritious meal with plentiful leftovers. You can also utilize the leftover bones to make broth - and feed yourself again and again.
Do you store your eggs on the counter or in your refrigerator? Unless you grew up on a farm or have traveled extensively, you might not have known there's even an option. But there is!
"I can't afford pasture-raised meat." If you feel this way, you're not alone. We hear this frequently, and we get it! You might be relieved to know, however, that you can still get similar - if not better - nutritional results from animal-based foods, even if you're not eating meat. The truth is that all animal-sourced foods provide essential vitamins, macro- and micro-nutrients, and minerals. And some of the most nutrient-dense foods are also the most budget-friendly.
