If you’re like most people, you’re looking for ways to save money on your food. This is especially true when purchasing high-quality ingredients like pastured meats. In this case, you can save money by doing your own simple butchery. A good meat to start with is chicken: it's very easy to break down, and takes up less freezer space than, say, a quarter hog. To get an idea of the savings to be had, if you purchase a whole pastured bird, you’re spending about $3-$5 per pound, w

Our vision is a world without factory farms, but we can't achieve this alone. You are the most important factor in making progress toward this ambitious vision. Coincidentally, we hear all the time from people who enjoy eating meat, but don't enjoy supporting factory farming. They want to know: how can they do better? That's where we come in. We've created some, simple actionable steps you can take toward a more humane and sustainable menu. Step 1: Pay attention to what you e

One food that has exploded in popularity in the past few years is bone broth. It’s on TV, in magazines, and all over the internet. It makes you wonder, is bone broth overrated? Nope! Bone broth is technically stock, since stock requires bones; however, true bone broth is essentially a more concentrated stock, requiring at least 12 hours and sometimes upwards of 24 hours of cooking time. The long cooking time causes the bones, connective tissues, and marrow to break down and i

You may have thought that there was only one way to roast a whole turkey: get up extra early to put the bird in the oven (even earlier if you want to stuff it), then attentively baste until it's done. Think again! It's time to learn how to spatchcock your turkey. Spatchcocking is a simple method of cooking whole poultry that cuts the cooking time in half, allows the breast and thighs to cook at the same rate, and produces a much more flavorful bird with nice, crispy skin. By

One part of eating a healthier, ethical, and more sustainable diet that is often overlooked is offal, especially organ meats. Organ meats are not only delicious, but healthy, inexpensive, and prevent food waste. In the US, a lot of offal is thrown out or turned into animal feed, which is a shame because with the right preparations, it can be very delectable. In this post, we will be talking about three common organ meats: beef tongue, heart and liver. Make sure to source your

I do enjoy a good burger on the grill with a hefty serving of veggies. That is probably the more typical Memorial Day fare enjoyed at BBQs all over the country. This year, I’m trying a different cookout meal: tacos! This recipe is great for enjoying a local, grass-fed steak while stretching the portions to feed more people. There is ethical and sustainable beef available in Western PA, including from Pasture Perfect and Burns Angus Farm. Many local stores, like Naturally Sor

Mother’s Day in my home growing up meant an afternoon brunch filled with a hodgepodge of my mom’s favorite dishes. Every year she would sit like a queen and dole out a menu of different of salads, casseroles, shrimp, steak, cakes, and mimosas for us to prepare. For this Mother’s Day, pick up some local, ethically raised poultry and try two of my family favorites! My family favorite: Broccoli Soufflé. Although it may not sound amazing, it is always a crowd favorite! Ingredient