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Good morning from your Farmer(s),
Ben,
“Enjoyed your newsletter and how that when you are helped out (like chicks being brought to you) you pass that help on to others. I think the regenerative farmers and homesteaders helping one another is wonderful. That's the way it used to be but sadly that's mostly not how it is today. I appreciate all that you, Beth and your family do to provide good quality products to us. Thanks for the enjoyable piglets video. Beth said you all had lost well over a hundred hens in this heat. I was sorry to hear that. That's a big loss and more expense for you. But we know that with farming, as well as with life itself, there is always the bad with the good and that the Lord knows all things and has a purpose for everything that happens in our lives. Praying he will continue blessing you and your family.” Noalene
Today I want to spotlight a few little known – maybe even radical – products we offer through our farm store.
First is Chicken Hearts. This came about through one of our long time Brazilian customers who said they are considered a delicacy in her country.
Nutritional Value:
- Protein: Chicken hearts are rich in high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle growth and repair.
- Vitamins: They are a good source of B vitamins, particularly B12, which supports energy levels and brain function.
- Minerals: Chicken hearts provide important minerals such as iron, zinc, and selenium, which support immune function, red blood cell production, and overall health.
“In Brazil, we prepare chicken hearts differently (open flame), but we’ve adapted to the resources we have here, and they taste pretty similar. We use the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill, but they can also be grilled on a frying pan.”
 Here is a recipe.
Grilled Chicken Hearts (Brazilian Style)
- Ingredients: Chicken hearts, olive oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and skewers.
- Preparation:
- 1. Marinate: marinate them in olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice (optional).
- 2. Skewer: Thread the marinated hearts onto skewers.
- 3. Grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for about 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through and slightly charred.
- 4. Serve: Serve hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice (optional).
Next is a product we included with our last lamb harvest. Frankly, Beth & I were a bit skeptical about adding this one. However, David at Fed From The Farm and Bert who delivered the lamb both encouraged me to be sure to remember the Lamb Fries – “David commented they sell out before all other lamb cuts!”
So, what are Lamb Fries? Well, you may recognize the name Mountain Oysters or Testicles. Yep – that is the same as Lamb Fries.
Lamb testicles are eaten in many parts of the world and go by a number of names such as Rocky Mountain Oysters, prairie oysters, stones or especially with lambs, “fries.” Their texture is similar to a scallop. Grilling adds a smokiness that complements the texture and taste. They can be deep-fried or pan-fried in a heavy skillet as well as skewered over the grill.
A simple internet search offers many choices of popular recipes for cooking lamb testicles.
And, yes, while initial sales were slow to start, the momentum has increased where we have sold half of our initial inventory. Amazing….
And, our Lamb Fries are priced at $6/Lb. | package, a real bargain compared to WOP at $31 for the same item.
Hope you enjoy.
** Product Availability Update **
NOTE: Restocks are made about 6 PM on the dates indicated below!
Chicken -Restocked August 14th. Next Restock is August 28th
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Turkey - Sold Out! New poults arrived, but will be months before ready. Demand popped and I dropped the ball on this one.
Eggs - Restocked each Wednesday. With the extended heat, eggs have become VERY tight again.
Beef -Restocked August 22nd. For a Half Beef, email me to get on the waitlist NOW! Planning for a mid-September harvest.
Pork - Restocked fresh cuts August 14th. Cured items about August 24th
Lamb - Restocked Wednesday July 31st. Many customers have already placed their orders.
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