Product Specific Frequently Asked Questions
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The below FAQs are seperated into multiple sections: Beef, Pork, Chicken, Turkey, and Misc.
Beef FAQs
Our Blonde d'Aquitaine beef is one distinctive part of our catalog. We take pride in raising Blonde cattle on our Fall Branch farm, and the breed is known for producing naturally lean, flavorful beef. To learn more, visit our pages about the breed and our farm.
Our farm and Blonde d'Aquitaine cattle remain central to who we are. We also source selected American-raised and harvested beef from trusted suppliers when needed to maintain availability. Every product must meet our quality and taste standards, and all meat is USDA inspected. Sourcing can vary by product and availability; contact us if you have a question about a particular item.
Feeding practices vary by farm, product, and source. Our own cattle are raised with pasture, hay, and supplemental feeds as appropriate. We finish our own cattle with a mixture of grasses, hay, and grain.
We primarily raise our specialty Blonde d'Aquitaine cattle.
Blonde d'Aquitaine beef is renowned for its rich, distinct flavor. The flavor stands out distinctly from any supermarket or grocery store meat, and tends to be more nutritious.
Some of our most popular cuts are steaks such as Ribeye, Filet Mignon, Sirloin & Porterhouse.
Ribeye, New York Strip, and Sirloin are excellent choices for grilling. Their marbling and tenderness make them perfect for a juicy and flavorful grilled steak.
Cuts like Chuck Roast, Brisket, and Short Ribs are ideal for slow-cooking or braising. They become incredibly tender and flavorful when cooked low and slow.
Some popular cuts for smoking are Brisket, Ribs, Chuck Prime and Sirloin roasts, Flank Steak, and Skirt Steak.
For jerky you'll want to stick with leaner cuts. Some popular cuts for jerky are Top & Bottom Round, Sirloin Tip, Flank Steak, London Broil, and even Filet Mignon for a premium jerky.
Remember, it's typically preferred to cut against the grain and properly marinate the jerky to obtain the best flavor and texture.
This will vary depending upon the cut and cooking style you are using. Keep an eye on your heat or cooking temperature and the temperature of the meat with a thermometer. There are various tips and tricks you can use along with experience to ensure your meat doesn't over cook.
For lean beef steaks, like Filet Mignon or Sirloin, we recommend searing it quickly on high heat to achieve a nice crust while keeping the inside medium-rare.
Pork FAQs
Our most popular pork cuts include Pork Chops, Pork Tenderloin, Baby Back Ribs, and Pork Shoulder. These cuts are known for their tenderness and versatility.
Pork Tenderloin and Pork Shoulder are excellent for roasting. They can be seasoned and slow-roasted for a tender and flavorful result.
We offer boneless pork chops and also bone-in pork chops. Either option may suit your taste for making tender and juicy pork chops. They can be pan-fried, grilled, or baked.
Pork Shoulder is one go-to cut for making pulled pork. Slow-cook or smoke it until it's fork-tender, then shred for delicious pulled pork sandwiches or tacos.
Chicken FAQs
Our most popular chicken items include Boneless Chicken Breasts, Chicken Thighs, Bone-In Split Chicken Breast, and Chicken Leg Quarters.
Chicken breasts and chicken thighs are excellent for grilling. They cook quickly and absorb marinades and seasonings well.
Chicken wings and Chicken Thighs are ideal for making crispy fried chicken. The skin becomes wonderfully crispy, while the meat remains juicy.
Chicken drumsticks and Chicken Thighs are perfect for soups and stews. They add rich flavor and remain tender during long cooking times. Or you can cut up Chicken breasts or use our Chicken Breast Strips also.
Not at this time, we do not offer any seasoning or marinated options.
Turkey FAQs
Yes. Our selection is currently very limited and we are looking to grow our options and inventory.
We periodocally sell ground turkey. We also sometimes offer seasonal turkey.
We may not have any Turkey products in stock or available for sell at this time, please check back again in the future.
Misc FAQs
Feel free to reach out to us via our contact page or call the store during open hours.
If you use our contact form and send us an email, then we can track common questions and update our FAQs to help others out.