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Beef Udon Stir Fry

Written by admin on September 25, 2025. Posted in Cooking Tips, Grass Fed Beef, Recipes. Leave a Comment

This Udon Beef Stir-fry is a quick, flavour-packed dish that brings together tender beef, hearty noodles, and a mix of colourful vegetables in a rich, savoury sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s satisfying, balanced, and comes together in under 30 minutes. Serves 2 Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil 350g New York...

Roasted Butterflied Chicken

Written by Michele Lyons on September 18, 2025. Posted in Cooking Tips, Free Range Poultry, Recipes. Leave a Comment

Our marinated butterflied chickens are perfect for an easy mid-week meal or entertaining on the BBQ. The butterflied chicken has the backbone removed but still contains the drumstick and wings. That makes it an easier roast dinner which will only take you 35 – 40 minutes in the oven. That is the perfect amount...

Lamb and Greek Salad

Written by Josephine Rand on September 16, 2025. Posted in Cooking Tips, Pasture Fed Lamb, Recipes. Leave a Comment

This Lamb and Greek Salad is a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish that balances rich, tender lamb with the freshness of crisp vegetables, briny olives, and creamy feta. The homemade oregano-garlic dressing ties everything together, while warm, grilled pita and a touch of hummus make it hearty enough for a complete meal....

Ratatouille Spiralled

Written by Michele Lyons on September 9, 2025. Posted in Cooking Tips, Recipes. Leave a Comment

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...

Steak and Vegetable Pie

Written by Josephine Rand on August 13, 2025. Posted in Cooking Tips, Grass Fed Beef, Recipes. Leave a Comment

This hearty steak and vegetable pie is packed with tender beef, chunky vegetables, and a rich, savoury gravy, all topped with layers of crisp, golden filo pastry. It’s the perfect comfort food for cooler nights and a great way to feed a crowd. The slow simmering process brings out deep flavours, while the filo topping...

Thai Beef Salad

Written by Josephine Rand on August 12, 2025. Posted in Cooking Tips, Grass Fed Beef, Recipes. Leave a Comment

This Thai Beef Salad is a fresh and vibrant dish packed with bold flavors and contrasting textures. Featuring tender, juicy sirloin steak paired with crisp salad leaves, crunchy cucumber, and zesty herbs, it’s finished with a tangy, spicy dressing that perfectly balances sweet, salty, and sour notes. Ideal for a light...

Chicken Meatballs & Tomato Risoni

Written by Josephine Rand on August 12, 2025. Posted in Cooking Tips, Free Range Poultry, Recipes. Leave a Comment

This Chicken Meatballs & Tomato Risoni dish is a hearty, family-style bake that’s perfect for feeding a crowd. Tender, flavour-packed chicken meatballs are browned for extra flavour, then baked in a rich tomato, capsicum, and mushroom sauce. The risoni pasta soaks up all the delicious juices. Finished with fresh...

Lamb Casarecce Pasta

Written by Josephine Rand on August 12, 2025. Posted in Cooking Tips, Pasture Fed Lamb, Recipes. Leave a Comment

This vibrant lamb casarecce pasta combines tender slices of seared lamb with sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh broccolini, and a touch of heat from fresh chilli. Finished with lemon juice and parmesan, it’s a balanced dish that’s both comforting and refreshing, perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual entertaining. Using...

Slow-Roasted Pork Belly with Apple & Cider

Written by Michele Lyons on August 7, 2025. Posted in Cooking Tips, Free Range Pasture Fed Pork, Recipes. Leave a Comment

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...

Slow Cooker Beef Ragu with Gnocchi

Written by Josephine Rand on July 17, 2025. Posted in Cooking Tips, Grass Fed Beef, Recipes. Leave a Comment

This Slow Cooker Beef Ragu with Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort dish. It is rich, hearty, and full of deep flavour. The beef is slow-cooked until melt-in-your-mouth tender, infused with red wine, herbs, and vegetables, then served over pillowy gnocchi. It’s an ideal make-ahead meal that feels like a hug in a bowl—perfect...

Beef Udon Stir Fry

Roasted Butterflied Chicken

Lamb and Greek Salad

Ratatouille Spiralled

Steak and Vegetable Pie

Thai Beef Salad

Chicken Meatballs & Tomato Risoni

Lamb Casarecce Pasta

Slow-Roasted Pork Belly with Apple & Cider

Slow Cooker Beef Ragu with Gnocchi

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Beef Udon Stir Fry

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