Author: Michele Lyons

Michele Lyons spent 25 years working in the corporate environment with 10 years as an Executive Assistant at a senior level. A couple of years ago Michele decided to forgo the long hours in the city to work closer to home and spend more time with her two teenage boys. Michele started working with us at the Farmers Markets and her excellent organisation skills meant she quickly moved into the office. Since Michele joined The Free Range Butcher her role has expanded to include all things administration, recipe testing, inspirational ideas, marketing, communications and all round keeping the team organised and on track. As long as Michele’s has had her morning coffee you can ask her anything!

Cheats Tacos

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These are the ultimate mid-week Taco night dinner because you don’t even have to brown off the meat.  The family will love the taste, and the head cook will love how easy these are to make.  Definately get the kids involved with cooking these.  They’ll be happy to squish the beef mince onto the tortillas. This...

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Ratatouille Spiralled

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This is our spiralled take on ratatouille. It just makes it a little fancier.  Instead of the usual rustic chopped vegetables, the slices are layered in a spiral pattern that looks just as impressive as it tastes. It is a simple twist that turns a humble side dish into something that elevates your dinner to restaurant...

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Slow-Roasted Pork Belly with Apple & Cider

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Tender, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly meets sweet apples, aromatic herbs, and dry cider, all finished with irresistible golden crackling.  This dish is the ultimate comfort food and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for Sunday roasts or special gatherings.  To get that super crispy crackling, we recommend preparing your pork...

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How to Cook the Perfect Seared Steak: Simple Tips for a Restaurant-Quality Result

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Getting a restaurant-quality steak at home isn’t about fancy tricks—it’s about getting the basics right. Here’s how to master a beautiful seared steak and cook it perfectly steak every time: 1. Let it warm up:Take your steak out of the fridge about 30 minutes before cooking. Letting it come to room temperature helps...

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Reverse Sear Steak

Reverse Searing Steak

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Master the Reverse Sear Method for the Perfect Steak at Home Sometimes, firing up the BBQ isn’t an option—whether it’s bad weather or you just want an easier way to cook indoors. That’s where the reverse sear method comes in. This technique delivers a quality result with minimal effort, making it a great option for steak...

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Beef Barbacoa

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This slow cooker version of Beef Barbacoa is simple and very easy to put together.  This meat will be tender, pull apart and becomes extremely versatile. You can use it as a filling for tacos, quesadillas, burrito bowls or anything Mexican. Ingredients: 1kg chuck steak 2 whole bay leaf Sauce 1/2 cup beef broth 4 tbsp...

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