As we mentioned last week, we’re celebrating 100% grassfed burgers this Earth Day, beloved by chefs, grill masters and home cooks everywhere for their complex flavor and good fats.  You might be thinking, a burger is a burger, and I already know how to cook one! We trust you, except if you’re used to cooking typical beef burgers, we want to share the best grassfed cooking secret with you. Ready? Truth be told, grassfed burgers require less high heat, and less time. If you’re used to putting the grill or the burner on nearly maximum heat, we recommend that you  turn it down a notch ..read more

The rapid growth of the Halal food industry in the United States, valued at over 20 billion dollars, has raised concerns among Muslim consumers regarding the authenticity of Halal meat. Reports of fraudulent practices, such as machine slaughter and stunning animals, have caused a decline in consumer confidence. The lack of federal oversight to enforce anti-fraud laws has further exacerbated the issue, leaving many questioning the integrity of Halal food products available in the market. ​The pursuit of profit has driven some individuals and organizations, including Halal certifiers, to compro ..read more

"O mankind, eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful (Halal) and good (Tayyib) and do not follow the footsteps of Satan. Indeed, he is to you a clear enemy." ​ ​[Surat Al-Baqarah Aya 168] At Halal-N-Tayyib, we firmly believe that consuming authentic Halal meat, which is of high quality and sourced from pasture-raised animals, is not only beneficial for the environment, animal welfare, and farmers, but also for ourselves. We consider the consumption of Tayyib food to be a religious duty, as it is intricately connected to one's deen, or faith. In Islam, the treatment of animals, their ..read more

A good steak is a favorite for many, but do you know which cuts are considered the best? Understanding where your preferred cut comes from on the beef can enhance your grilling experience. The key to grilling the perfect steak lies in starting with high-quality cuts and using a top high quality steak grill for the best results. Flank steak is a lean cut of beef that comes from the abdominal muscles of the cow. It is known for its rich flavor but can be tough if not cooked properly. Marinating and slicing against the grain can help make it more tender. Sirloin steak comes from the rear back p ..read more

If you have storage space and the funds to purchase upfront, buying meat in bulk ​(often in the form of livestock ”shares”) can be a rewarding, cost-effective way to buy from a farmer or rancher you trust. It allows you to try cuts you might not otherwise get, and saves you a bunch of trips to the butcher. But, it does require a little planning ..read more

It can be intimidating for customers the first time they cook a cut of meat they aren’t familiar with. Our A Quick Guide to Cooking Methods graphic will help guide customers when selecting the appropriate cooking method for each cut of meat, no matter the species. Images below will give you an idea for the depth and breadth of this toolkit.  Adapted from Good Meat Project ..read more

This quick graphic Which Share Is Right For Me will help you think about the appropriate size CSA or bulk share for your household. It contains approximate sizes for beef, lamb and goat shares ..read more

The Bulk Beef Buying Toolkit from Our Good Meat Guide aims to assist you in understanding the complexities of purchasing a whole cow or a share. Within this toolkit, you will find straightforward visuals that address key areas such as typical cuts and quantities, the relationship between carcass weight and usable meat, and the required freezer capacity ..read more

To help you gauge the capacity of your freezer, here's a handy guide for estimating the weight of meat it can hold. By following this simple calculation, you can determine the approximate pounds of meat your freezer can accommodate. Remember, for every 1 cubic foot of freezer space, you can typically store around 35 – 40 pounds of packaged meat. This estimation can serve as a useful tool when planning for large quantities of meat. The capacity of chest freezers can vary depending on their size. A small chest freezer, with a capacity of 5-7 cubic feet, can typically hold around 50-100 pounds o ..read more

“Oh, you people, eat from the earth what is halal and tayyib, and follow not the footsteps of the Shaytan …” (Surat al-Baqarah 2:168 Halal-N-Tayyib is committed to upholding quality as our top priority, rather than focusing on quantity. We firmly believe in maintaining high standards and refuse to compromise on them. We are dedicated to promoting a lifestyle that values moderation and balance, particularly when it comes to food consumption. This philosophy is deeply rooted in our faith and teachings. Unlike profit-driven conventional systems, we do not endorse excessive meat consump ..read more