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!

Cajun Rice with Pork Mince and Chicken Livers

This is a great dish to serve in the middle of the table and have everyone help themselves.  Lots of nutrients added by the chicken livers and it gives a creamy texture when eating but your family won’t even notice. Ingredients: 2 cups white rice 2 cups chicken stock 3 tbsp coconut oil or tallow 500g Free Range...

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Cajun Spice Mix Homemade

Spices are such an easy way to up the flavour in your dishes.  If you use them all the time, then you’ll likely have all these ingredients in the pantry anyway to make this Cajun Spice Mix.  Otherwise I suggest shopping at your bulk food store where you can buy small quantities of whatever you need. Ingredients: 5...

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Slow Cooked Turkey Shanks

This is a bit like Greek Klefitko but I tried it with turkey shanks instead of lamb.  Wow so yum.  Don’t be put off by the steps, its all easily done in the oven and comes out tasting amazing.  If you want to cook for a bit longer then turn the oven down to 150 degrees. Ingredients: 2 Free Range Organic Turkey...

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