Recipe: Herbed & Roasted Whole Bird
Save money, purchase and cook whole chickens versus just chicken parts. This post tells how to cook the entire bird for more than just one meal.
Food or Friend? The moral dilemma of keeping livestock
I tried to compartmentalize the “job” I agreed to, processing a couple birds for a gal, but after seeing this beautiful rooster my pupils turned to heart-shapes.
Kill the Same Bird Twice
Why make only one meal, when you can make two? Or even many? “Kill the same bird twice” is my ethos for an economic home kitchen and to get an abundance of nutrition from what otherwise would go to the trash. This is a kitchen game changer, folks.
Recipe: Wine-braised Short Ribs
This recipe for braised short ribs in a red wine sauce is hearty. Serve over rice or mashed potatoes.
The How of Cow: Processing & Weights Explained
Live weight, hanging weight, and packaged weight. What are they? Read this guide to learn more on how to order FRCR’s grass-fed beef in bulk and all you need to know about the process.
200+ lbs of Chicken in 45 days
We raised 200+ lbs of chicken in 45 days. Read about how the experience went for us and how we did it.
Fermented Chicken Feed
Serving up fermenting chicken feed, flocks will eat anywhere between 30-50% LESS, saving money, and improving bioavailability. Read about the few simple steps you can take to make your own! No fancy equipment required.
Okra to clean wastewater?
If you don’t like the taste or texture, you’ll at least be happy about this! Like most things, there’s always a pearl to be found. Read about how Tarleton University researchers in Stephenville, TX are discovering non-toxic solutions for wastewater treatment.
Mesquite isn’t just for BBQ
Honey Mesquite is a Texas culinary treasure. Read my short blog on how you can use bean pods for baking and more!