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 [...]
If you’re contemplating adding on to your ranch production, a small beef operation could be the perfect fit. Cows can diversify your farm and complement other parts of your ranch. Excess cropland that might be better fitted to growing grass is a great way to utilize every area of your farm. Many leftover forages can’t [...]
Whether you’re trying to put together a quick dinner or planning for the future, defrosting meat is an essential skill for every home cook to have. Learning to produce a great meal every time, whether the meat has been in the freezer for a week or a few months, is a great way to save [...]
Every year, agriculture students throughout the area work hard to raise their own cattle. They take on the responsibilities of caring and feeding their cows and being responsible for the entire growth progress. This makes for an incredible learning experience and a great lesson in responsibility. Once they show their cattle at the Polk County [...]
Whether you’re a grill aficionado, a professional chef, or the one in charge of the grocery shopping in your household, you know that marbling can make all the difference in a cut of beef. What exactly is this pattern and how does it affect the taste of the meal? We’ll tell you all you need [...]
