The pandemic slammed meat processing to a halt, one bump in a series of supply chain issues that plagued the beef industry. The largest meat processing corporations process an estimated 80 percent of the supply, so interruptions are felt throughout the country. However, one way to avoid that and to prevent the same issues happening [...]
If you’re trying to shop healthier for you and your family, you might be baffled by the labels in the grocery store. They’re confusing and hard to navigate. In today’s blog, we’ll break down the organic and grass-fed classifications so you have a better idea of what you’re looking for in the store. For more [...]
Consumers have seen skyrocketing prices due to inflation and the pandemic. Prices are rising in many different areas, from rent to groceries. Beef prices aren’t exempt from that either. Thankfully, things have recently taken a better turn for beef consumers. The USDA reported beef prices dropped 0.6 percent in June, and have stayed steady for [...]
People who are used to cooking conventional beef from the grocery store might be displeased after their first time cooking grass-fed beef. They might think the beef is tough, but that’s because the cooking processes for conventional and grass-fed beef are different. Grass-fed beef cows have well-developed muscles from roaming in pasture, but the texture [...]
Beef lovers know that there are tender cuts and not-so-tender cuts of beef. Cooking also plays a huge big factor in the tenderness of your meal, but there are other factors that go into tenderness too. In today’s blog, we’ll discuss some factors and what you can do to get a tender, juicy cut of [...]
Marinating is a great tool to use with nearly any meat in your kitchen, but it especially works great with grass-fed beef. Soaking the cut of meat in a marinade for a period of time helps to loosen up tough muscle fibers, add moisture to the meat, and help deliver delicious flavor to your plate. [...]
Grass-fed beef is delicious and nutritious, but these steaks may require a little more preparation than conventional beef. Since grass-fed cows are raised completely in pasture, they get a lot more exercise than cows living in feedlots. This results in a much healthier cow and final product, but all this walking and exercise also develops [...]
As the July 4th holiday quickly approaches, you may be planning your cookout and menu items. By incorporating grass-fed beef into your backyard barbecue, your grilling is sure to be a standout. This recipe brings together the delicious flavors and health benefits of grass-fed beef with a taste worthy of an Independence Day celebration. For [...]
At Dark Hammock Legacy Ranch, we don’t just grow great grass-fed beef. We also share recipes and cooking tips in order for you to get the best results at your table. Grass-fed beef is nutritious and full of flavor. Use our best cooking practices in order to impress your friends with healthy meat that’s full [...]
Grass-fed beef is in high demand now. What could be better than producing your own? While others pay premium prices to get gourmet grass-fed beef, you can have the privilege of growing your own in your backyard. In today’s blog, we’ll give you some of the basics on how to get started raising your own [...]