Farm Family Recipes
Simple meals, good beef, and the way we actually cook at home
Cool & Crisp: Delicious Cold Summer Salads with Beef
Looking for fresh, cool summer salads with a hearty twist? These beef-filled salads—like Taco Salad, Cheeseburger Salad, and Mediterranean Beef Salad—are packed with flavor, fresh veggies, and protein. Perfect for summer meals that are both light and satisfying!
Flanken vs. English Style Short Ribs: What’s the Difference
Curious about the difference between flanken cut and English-style short ribs? This guide breaks it down in simple terms—plus cooking tips, flavor notes, and when to use each cut. Whether you're planning a quick weeknight meal or a slow Sunday braise, this post will help you choose the right short rib for the job.
Ribeye Steaks with Creamy Peppercorn Sauce
A perfectly seared steak with a rich and velvety peppercorn sauce—this is steak night and date night at its best. Our recipe has simple ingredients and easy steps so you can bring restaurant-quality flavor to your own kitchen.
Dry-Aged Beef Barbacoa: Better than Take Out
Barbacoa is known for its bold, smoky flavor and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness—but have you ever tried it with dry-aged beef? The natural richness of dry-aging makes this barbacoa even more flavorful, delivering deeper beefy notes in every bite. Whether you’re making tacos, burrito bowls, or nachos, this slow-cooked beef will be the star of your meal!
Deliciously Crispy: Duroc Bacon
Duroc bacon isn’t just any bacon—it’s bacon done right. Raised with care right here at Creamery Creek, our Duroc pigs are known for their deep red color, rich marbling, and melt-in-your-mouth flavor. With a perfect balance of crispy and juicy, smoky and sweet, this heritage breed bacon is something you can truly taste the difference in. It’s a family tradition for us, from Norbert Hansen’s legendary Duroc Jersey hogs to the Peterson kids growing up alongside these easygoing, floppy-eared pigs. Ready to experience bacon at its best?
Quesadillas: Beef, Pork & Big Flavor
Cheesy, crispy, and packed with flavor—these quesadillas bring together Creamery Creek’s dry-aged ground beef and Duroc pork chorizo for the ultimate weeknight meal. Easy to make, easy to love, and totally customizable, this recipe is perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or next-day lunches (if you’re lucky enough to have leftovers).
How to Make the Juiciest Dry-Aged Chopped Steak Ever
Rendering Beef Fat in a Slow Cooker
Discover the ease of rendering clean, nutrient-rich kidney suet into versatile tallow with our easy Crockpot method! At Creamery Creek, we offer suet that’s so pure it doesn’t need extra trimming or rendering.
Grilled Skirt Steak Fajitas
Looking for a dinner that’s quick, flavorful, and sure to impress? Grilled Skirt Steak Fajitas are the answer! With tender, marinated dry-aged beef, smoky grilled peppers and onions, and warm tortillas, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or backyard gatherings. Plus, it comes together in no time! Learn how to marinate, grill, and slice dry-aged skirt steak the right way for the most tender, juicy fajitas. Get the recipe and grilling tips here! 🌮🔥
A Secret Guide to Cooking Bone-In Beef Shank
Spread Love: The Butter Board and Butter Bombs
The Classic Sloppy Joe Sandwich
Our Chimichurri Sauce Recipe
Beyond the Usual: 8 Delicious Ground Beef Recipes
Menudo Without the Tripe (Yes, Really)
No tripe? No problem. This cozy take on traditional Menudo skips the offal and leans into slow-simmered, dry-aged beef stew meat from Creamery Creek. With smoky chiles, tender beef, and plenty of hominy, it's a bold, beefy bowl that still honors the heart of the dish—comfort, flavor, and warmth.
Perfectly Tender: Sous Vide Dry-Aged Beef Roast
Sous vide cooking takes dry-aged beef roast to the next level, locking in rich, deep flavor while ensuring incredible tenderness. With just a little prep and a precise water bath, you’ll enjoy a perfectly juicy, restaurant-quality roast every time—no guesswork required!
How to Make Beef Bacon at Home from a Short Rib Plate
Beef bacon is a game-changer! Made from the short rib plate, it delivers a deep, smoky flavor with rich marbling that crisps up beautifully. My DIY guide walks you through curing, smoking, and slicing your own beef bacon at home. Ready to try something deliciously different?
Our Family's Easy Farmer Beef Stew Recipe
Hearty Egg Noodles and Beef Shank Recipe
Lynette's Mouthwatering Short Rib Recipe
Dry-Aged Beef Tongue: An Underrated Cut
Beef tongue might not be the first cut you think of, but trust us—it's one of the most flavorful, tender bites you’ll ever try. And when it’s dry-aged? The richness is next level. Whether you’re slicing it thin for tacos, crisping it up in a skillet, or letting it melt into a slow-simmered broth, dry-aged beef tongue is a hidden gem worth discovering.
Beef Stew with a Crunch: The Interesting Secret Ingredient
Looking for an interesting beef stew recipe? The secret here is in the crunch! Water chestnuts add an unexpected twist to this hearty dish, making every bite a little more exciting. It’s comfort food with a fun surprise—perfect for cozy nights and creative cooks!
Our Secret Corned Beef Recipe
This recipe is all about bringing people together and enjoying a memorable meal. There's nothing quite like the aroma of slow-cooked beef, savory vegetables, and aromatic spices wafting through the air. We've put together a simple and easy-to-follow recipe that will help you recreate your own corned beef in your own home.
Easy Green Chili Shredded Beef
Chuck roasts piling up? To warm for slow cooker season? Still need to eat without a lot of planning? Feeding a crowd and have other things to prepare?
Let me share a recipe that solves all of these problems.