There are so many labels with beef – grass finished, grain finished, organic, natural, pasture raised – just to name a few. But what do these different labels really mean? Let’s talk fact vs. fiction so you can make educated food choices for you and your family. What’s the difference between grass finished beef vs.... Read More The post Difference between grass finished vs. grain finished beef appeared first on Clover Meadows Beef ..read more

To most people, a cow is a cow. However, just because the animal says “moo!” doesn’t mean it has the same purpose. Let’s talk beef cow vs dairy cow. They’re from the same bovine species, but they are different cattle breeds and have different purposes.  In the United States, farmers and ranchers raise cattle to... Read More The post Beef Cow vs Dairy Cow: The Difference Between Cattle appeared first on Clover Meadows Beef ..read more

Beef stew meat is an economical cut of beef that can be used in a variety of popular recipes, not just beef stew. From enchiladas to slow cooker pepper steak to beef stroganoff, here are some beef stew alternatives that can really stretch your budget. Beef stew meat is a less expensive cut of beef... Read More The post What to make with stew meat (other than beef stew) appeared first on Clover Meadows Beef ..read more

Everyone has a go-to lasagna recipe, and this Classic American Lasagna Recipe is one of our family favorites.  With layers of pasta, ricotta cheese mixture, meat sauce and mozzarella cheese, this delicious dish comes together quickly, tastes amazing, and is perfect whenever you’re feeding a crowd. Let’s talk about lasagna. It’s a staple dish for every kitchen, but there are literally thousands of great recipes out there and they all claim theirs is the “best classic lasagna recipe.”   Depending on the recipe you choose, some are more complicated than others. We have a close friend ..read more

In this step-by-step guide, we show you How to Grill the Perfect Steak. It covers picking the best cut of beef, seasoning well with salt and pepper, searing on the hot gas grill, and nailing the internal temperature and level of doneness so that your steak is perfect. Raise your hand if you love to grill. Yes! We do too! But, do you know how to grill the perfect steak, every time? Thankfully, it is not hard and does not require fancy tricks or steak recipe. However, there are a few tips you must do to get a steak perfect every time. Here is what you need to know:  How To Pick the ..read more

Everyone has their favorite go-to Italian homemade lasagna recipe, and this is our family favorite.  Between the meaty layers, the gooey cheese and tomato sauce, this dish tastes amazing and is perfect whenever you’re feeding a crowd. Lasagna. It’s a staple dish for every kitchen, but there are literally thousands of recipes out there and they all claim theirs is the “best lasagna recipe.”   We’re not going to make that claim, but we are going to share the recipe we use in our home kitchen. We got it from AllRecipes.com. On their site it says it’s the “world’s best” and has over 20 ..read more

Have you ever wondered what is cud? And why do cows chew and re-chew their food? Well, we’re about to unravel the mystery behind how these amazing cud-chewing animals can turn grass into steak by chewing their cud.  Cattle are ruminants First things first, you have to know that cows are ruminants. Ruminants are mammals that have a unique digestive system with a four-chambered stomach. Unlike us, humans, who have a single-chambered stomach, cows have a complex stomach composed of four compartments: the rumen, reticulum, omasum, and abomasum. Each chamber plays a crucial role in the digest ..read more

The Italian Beef Sandwich is a Chicago legend. You can easily create this mouthwatering sandwich at home in a crock pot, and it all starts with a good beef roast.  What is Italian Beef Italian Beef is a flavorful, drippy, cheesy, amazingly good sandwich that everyone needs to try! The main ingredient of an Italian beef is roasted beef, that is typically sirloin tip roast, chuck roast or or top round roast.  The beef is slow cooked for hours with a blend of herbs and spices until it literally falls apart. Next, the beef is piled high on a hoagie bun and topped with pepperoncini, giar ..read more

When you combine tender, flavorful steak and fresh, crisp salad greens, you’re in for a treat. Made with either strip steak or ribeye, this classic steak salad recipe is simple to make, full of flavor and loaded with nutrition.   If you’re a fan of hearty and satisfying meals that combine the best of both worlds – tender, succulent steak and fresh, crisp salad greens – then you’re in for a treat.  This is one of the best steak salad recipes because it’s simple to make and packed with flavor. Good food doesn’t have to be complicated, and this is a prime example of that fact.  A ..read more

You’ve probably heard that Daylight Savings Time was started by farmers, but that’s a myth. Farmers actually lobbied against Daylight Savings Time for many reasons. Cattle don’t care about human clocks, but they do love their routines and schedules. As the clocks spring forward and fall back, we’ve grown accustomed to the idea that Daylight Saving Time (DST) affects our daily routines. But what about its impact on cattle? You know the feeling you have after Daylight Savings Time rolls around. The one where you wake up and you just feel “off.”  Do cows feel the same? Are Cattle Affected ..read more