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You could probably call chimichurri is the Argentine "salsa." Put this herbaceousness on literally everything, especially beef and grilled vegetables except maybe ice cream. One of the great reasons to add this...Read More
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I may be wrong but I don't think people buy chuck roasts as much as the old days. Maybe they do but I do know this, when you buy a...Read More
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Farm Life, Preserving, Smoking Meat
Homestead Living Magazine – DIY Smokehouse Article
This was originally written for Homestead Living Magazine in the May 2024 issue and in that issue was titled "Up in Smoke - the Art and Science of Smoking Meat."...Read More
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LJF Livestock Program – An Overview
At Lake Joy Farmstead we take great pride in how we raise our animals. We believe in a holistic approach that is beneficial to the earth, the animal and of...Read More
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Angus beef can trace their lineage to the mid 1800s from a Scottish breed of cattle, called the Aberdeen Angus. Angus were bred to be robust and sturdy so they could...Read More
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Gloucestershire Old Spot Pigs – A Brief Summary
Considered one of the oldest pedigree pig breeds from England, these droopy-eared white pigs with distinctive black spots are making a comeback. Originating from the Berkeley Valley in England near...Read More
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Steakhouse Series – Classic Steak Cuts
Ever wondered why a New York steak is called such? Porterhouse? What is a T-bone? Let's take a minute to break it down for ya. This post will feature classic...Read More
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Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a model of food production and distribution that connects consumers directly with local farmers. The CSA model is based on the principle of community members...Read More
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Homemade “Artisan” Bread – Updated
I have decided to update this recipe simply because my "adult" children keep telling me that it isn't clear. What do they know anyway.... It did get my attention though...Read More
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Pickling can be daunting. Our goal is take the fear out of it, so YOU TOO can pickle! Following is a comprehensive pickling recipe that is good for cucumbers, carrots, asparagus,...Read More
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As you probably know by now, we own a farm. Not a big one with fields of wheat and barley but a smallish farm where we have a BIG garden...Read More
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I guess I always thought the daiquiri should conjure up white sandy beaches, umbrellas, clear blue water and all the beachy stuff but lets' be honest...this 3 ingredient cocktail doesn't...Read More
