Why Choose Local Turkey from a Small Responsible & Natural Farmer

Our turkeys come fresh with all the giblets included. We do our best to get as close to the average size as possible, but we need a size window to work with because we don’t over-process these and can't guarantee the exact size. When turkeys are raised in tiny feedlots, with poorly modified diets, and processed on a packing line, it enables these big box brands, like Butterball, to unethically pump out the turkeys you find in a mainstream grocery store that are, within the confinements of a particular brand, all relatively the same weight, color, etc.

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Stop Asking if Raw Milk is Safe

We are tired of the question being asked “is raw milk safe?” when really the statement should be made that “milk from commercially raised cows is dangerous to consume”. Unless it’s pasteurized. But there’s no need for pasteurization if you avoid the commercial methodology of raising cattle (and other dairy animals) all together.

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3 Raw Milk Recipes - Think Outside the Glass

You may not need convinced that raw milk is healthy. You may just need to find a way that you really enjoy consuming it. Drinking a glass of milk is not for everyone. So here are some additional ideas for getting raw milk into your diet. We opted for recipes that leave the milk raw and therefore still offers the maximum nutritional benefits. Try some out and let us know what you think!

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All Meat is NOT Created Equal

Purchasing from these farmers allows them to continue to steward the land and actually off-set the carbon footprint. Think of the money you spend with them and the advocating you do for them (tell a friend) as an investment. Because it truly is. It’s an investment in the future of our planet, but also your health. What price can you put on that? If you don’t have your health or you don’t have your surrounding environment to enjoy, what do you have?

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Put An Egg On It

If your egg preparing expertise stops at fried or scrambled, then you might not think to add eggs to a soup dish but a medium boiled or poached egg is a great way to spruce up a mundane meal and add diversify the nutrients of your lunch or dinner. Here are the many ways to prepare eggs and some classic dishes that you might consider adding them to.

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Ode to the Chuck Roast: 6 Ways to Prepare this Perfect Comfort Food for Fall

Like Brisket, the Chuck Roast’s flavor and tender texture really shine when cooked low and slow. We all know fall is the perfect time to get out the crockpot. Truthfully, we use ours year-round but there’s something about that nip in the air that just makes the whole slow cooker experience a tad more enjoyable. So with the new season on the horizon we thought there was no better time than any to celebrate this exquisite cut of meat.

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How to Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day this September

In honor of the delicious “holiday” we’re sharing some fun cheeseburger facts and history, as well as creative ideas for your own personal celebration. At the end of the day, you can always just throw some classic 100% GRASS FED burgers on the grill. After all, they’re classic and never out of style for a reason. Dig in!

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3 Simple Comfort Meals to Put on Your Radar for Fall

We love fall here at the farm and it’s probably safe to say many other farmers enjoy that time of year when the temperature breaks, the tempo shifts, and we can look forward to a home cooked, quintessential comfort meal at the end of the day. That’s right folks...fall means one pot roasts, soups, and crockpot delights are back on the menu. Here are a few of our favorites for the upcoming season.

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Is Liver Really As Good for You as They Say?

Part of the reason many people don’t eat liver is because of the flavor, which we addressed in the previous question. Another reason is because the liver is known for being high in cholesterol. Every individual should be conscious of their cholesterol levels prior to making drastic changes to their diet. However, like most natural foods, they are perfectly healthy and should be enjoyed in moderation. It is important to know the source of your meat, no matter what slice or cut you’re referring to, and always best to choose grass fed/pasture raised products free of added chemicals and unnecessary procession alterations of any kind.

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Frequently Asked Raw Milk Questions & Answers

When drinking raw milk you’re assuming the same (if not less) risk than you would for any item from the grocery store. In fact, to date, there have been more cases of health issues reported from pasteurized milk than raw milk.

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Love Raw Milk? Take Action to Save It!

We are working with Real Food Consumer Coalition (RFCC), an organization who lobbies for small farms and has a strong history for helping small family farmers. They are working on legalizing Raw dairy products and also working to get the FDA to stop enforcing on farmers and consumers for transporting raw milk across state lines.We outlined all the history and goals of RFCC below and also the budget on where their fundraising dollars are spent.

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20 Veggies Grown Locally in Pennsylvania this August, the Official PA Produce Month

If you’ve been visiting and ordering from our Produce Patch you might have noticed the options grow each week and August is on track to be a full house. Here are some of the vegetables you can expect to find (and maybe a few extras you’ll have to find locally), as well as a tip and a simply delicious recipe to go with each option. Enjoy!

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The Other Eggs: Try These When Chicken Eggs Are Not For You

If you’re a baker, you’ll especially appreciate swapping in duck eggs for chickens because the duck eggs are higher in both fat and albumen (egg white), which makes for fluffier and richer baked goods. The nutritional benefits are another great reason to consider duck eggs as they contain 6 times the Vitamin D, 2 times the Vitamin A, more Vitamin K2 (as MK-4), 2 times the beneficial, natural cholesterol, and the water-soluble B vitamins are 5 times higher, too.

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4 Tips and Tricks That Will Change Your Grilling Game for Summer 2019

Just remember, the best “trick” of all, and certainly the most important tip we can offer, is to begin with high quality, naturally raised and cared for ingredients, that are organic and free from soy, GMO, artificial hormones, and antibiotics. Once you’ve mastered that step, take a stab at some of these, too:

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8 Fun Facts for National Hot Dog (or Sausage Links) Month

Hot dogs (or Sausage Links as we like to call them here at DM) are sometimes dismissed by adults as the official summer treat for the kids but we urge you to step up your grilling game this year and give REAL hot dogs a chance this summer. As always, the key is to start with all natural ingredients that are free from hormones, antibiotics, and GMO-Free. In addition to these healthy features, Dutch Meadows pork is raised in open pastures and fed excess skim milk, which serves as a high quality source of protein. Now that we’ve shared some important information about Dutch Meadows’ hot dog products, here are some additional fun facts to get you excited for hot dog season and National Hot Dog Month - July!

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10 Delicious Ways to Work Vegetables into More of Your Meals

The ability to access fresh and nutritious produce right in our backyard is a blessing and one of the reasons we launched our Produce Patch last year. We try to keep it stocked year round with at least some options (we source some organic citrus from down south) but it’s definitely most abundant from June through November. If you’ve made a habit of visiting that section of the store, you’ve probably noticed it’s evolution since earlier this year. At the moment, you’ll find cabbage, onions, cucumbers, potatoes, asparagus, beans, beets, rhubarb, radishes, greens, and more!

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Forget What You “Know”: Chicken Skin is In

The techniques that the chefs are using in their trendy restaurants can easily be replicated at home with little effort while still delivering a rich and unique snack. One of the best examples of this, and our favorite way to prepare and enjoy this delight, is chicken skin chips. They’re as easy as spreading out on a pan and bake at 350 for about an hour, much like this Bon Appetit recipe.

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The Trick to Enjoying a Delicious Chicken Leg-Thigh

Sometimes cooks feel inclined to add a marinade, sauce, or juicy to their chicken recipes. We suggest keeping it simple ESPECIALLY WHEN you’re starting with a naturally good product. You can always drizzle the leg-thighs with a little honey for a delicious spin or wrap the leg-thigh up in foil for the first half of cooking so the moisture is retained. A chunky-crispy breading option is a great way to mix things up as well though.

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Tips for Cooking Ground Chicken in a Flavorful and Juicy Way

As we all know, chicken is low in fat content, which is often one of the best reasons for incorporating it into your diet. Marinating the chicken in a full fat yogurt or canned coconut milk can do it wonders. Depending on what you’re making, you can even add it into the cooking stage. For example, mixing yogurt into a chicken meatball, meatloaf, burger (you get the idea) is a game changer. If you’re not sold on the yogurt or coconut method, consider adding some chopped bacon or mixing your chicken with another ground meat like beef or pork but be sure to keep it at least at an 80-20 ratio so you don’t defeat the purpose of incorporating more lean meat into your diet.

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What is a Chicken Gizzard and Why Should I Eat It?

Like many organ meats, the gizzard is an excellent source of iron and zinc and because our chickens grew up happy and healthy on pasture and the gizzards are flash frozen, nutrients are at their peak when they hit your dinner table. Some of our favorite methods of enjoyment include sauteing them for kabobs, slow cooking for sandwiches/tacos, mixing them in a stew recipe, or even battering and deep frying. That last one obviously negates the health factor a bit, it’s still a fun method to try.

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