LJF Livestock Program

Irish Mike Smith’s Farm Table Podcast Episode #22: Brandon Sheard of Farmstead Meatsmith
Irish Mike Smith’s Farm Table Podcast Episode #22: Brandon Sheard of Farmstead Meatsmith
Irish Mike Smith’s Farm Table Podcast Episode #22: Brandon Sheard of Farmstead Meatsmith
Irish Mike Smith’s Farm Table Podcast Episode #22: Brandon Sheard of Farmstead Meatsmith
Irish Mike Smith’s Farm Table Podcast Episode #22: Brandon Sheard of Farmstead Meatsmith
Irish Mike Smith’s Farm Table Podcast Episode #22: Brandon Sheard of Farmstead Meatsmith

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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 course the ultimate destination, the family dinner table.

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Steakhouse Series

Steakhouse Series – Picanha

Now here is a brief post in our "Steakhouse Series" you may not have thought we would include but is gaining in popularity here in the US where Brazilian restaurants...Read More

Steakhouse Series

Steakhouse Series – Bavette

The bavette — sometimes called flap steak or the bib of the sirloin — is one of those cuts butchers and chefs quietly love. Another butchers cut to be sure,...Read More

Steakhouse Series

Steakhouse Series – The Porterhouse

As part of our "Steakhouse Series," this brief post covers that classic cut, The Porterhouse. Location of the Cut Traditionally, the first two steaks off of the short loin, were...Read More

Blacksmith Trading Co.

Men Need Candles Too

Super excited about the (re)launch of our candles which now include our grass-fed beef tallow from our very own cows! This candle is perfect next to your book, your cigar,...Read More

Happy Hour at Home

Corpse Reviver No. 2

Goofy name but always a favorite around here. You certainly could substitute fancier orange liqueurs like Cointreau for the Triple Sec, but TS works just fine. After finally making it...Read More

Steakhouse Series

Steakhouse Series – Delmonico

When putting together a series on famous Steakhouse cuts, you have to consider the Delmonico. The naming of the Delmonico steak is unique because it was named after the historic...Read More

Steakhouse Series

Steakhouse Series – Hanging Tender or “Hanger Steak”

The hanger steak, often referred to as the "butcher's cut," has an interesting history tied to the practices of butchers and their appreciation for the more flavorful, yet less well-known,...Read More

Faith & Inspiration

Feast of Saint Andrew

One of the cool things we have experienced while trying to live like homesteaders is a connection to aspects of faith we had not realized. There is something about the...Read More

Pastured Poultry Program 2025 Wrap Up

What a year 2025 was for our little farm and our pastured poultry program. We raised about 150 chickens and about 15 turkeys and by in large we were successful...Read More

Chuck Wagon Texas Style Chili

Chili, like a lot of comfort foods, has as many opinions as versions. Maybe your Grandpa DID make the best. I don't know. What I do know however is that...Read More

Irish Soda Bread

Soda bread has been a staple in Ireland for a long time. When you mix baking soda and buttermilk, it acts as a leavening agent therefore not needing yeast. A...Read More

Colcannon

Traditionally in Ireland, colcannon would be served at Halloween and the cook would hide charms or coins in the smashed potatoes which if you found, shockingly, would bring you good...Read More

LJF Livestock Program

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LJF Livestock Program

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Grass Fed Beef

Pastured Pork

Pastured Poultry

Pastured Lamb

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