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5 Jaw-Dropping Cooking Hacks That'll Transform Your Meat Game

written by

Stacie Edwards

posted on

December 12, 2024

Can you believe most home cooks are STILL making these rookie meat mistakes? 😱

Buckle up, because I'm about to drop some kitchen wisdom that'll take your chicken, beef, and pork from "meh" to "MIND-BLOWING" faster than you can say "Where's the thermometer?"

1. Chicken: The Salt Trick That Changes EVERYTHING 🧂

Forget bland, dry chicken! Here's the secret: salt that bird WAY before cooking. We're talking 30 minutes to 24 hours ahead. 

It's like a moisture magic trick that'll have your taste buds doing a happy dance. Pro farm tip? This works AMAZING with our pasture-raised chickens!

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2. Beef: The Rest Revolution 🥩

Cold center? Not on our watch! Pull that beef out of the fridge 30-60 minutes before cooking. Allow it come to room temperature... It will be safe, I promise!

Then - and this is crucial - let it REST after cooking. Those juices need to chill and redistribute. Trust me, your steak will thank you.

3. Pork: Marinate Like a Boss 🥢

Pork is BEGGING to be flavored. Even a quick 30-minute marinade can transform your meat from "okay" to "OH YEAH!"

No time? Brush on some mustard. Instant flavor bomb.

4. Thermometer = Your New Best Friend 🌡️

Goodbye, guessing game!

A simple meat thermometer is about to become your kitchen superhero:

  • Chicken: 165°F (No exceptions!)
  • Pork: 145°F
  • Beef: Depends on how you like it
  • All ground meats (pork & beef): 145°F
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5. The Sear Supremacy 🔥

When that meat hits the pan, LEAVE. IT. ALONE. 

Seriously. Moving it too soon ruins that crispy, delicious crust we're all after. Let it sit until it naturally releases. Patience, grasshopper!

Boom! 💥 There's 5 hacks that'll make you look like a total meat cooking pro.

From our farm to your table, we're not just selling meat - we're serving up mealtime confidence.

Who's hungry? 😎🍽️

Click here to grab your pasture-raised meats and test these hacks out!

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