One of the biggest barriers to buying quality, grass-fed beef, organic, free-range chicken, and heritage-breed pork is the cost. And while these items sometimes cost more than purchasing conventional meat at the store, we’d argue the investment in your health is priceless. Still, budgets are budgets. We’re here to show…
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Committing to More Humane Chicken Standards: Continuing Our Quality-Driven Mission
At ButcherBox, our mission is to bring high-quality meat to our members while ensuring the humane and sustainable treatment of our animals. To us, there is no way to substitute quality standards which is why we always pay special attention to every detail of how an animal is raised —…
8 of the Easiest Ways to Cook Steak: Recipes That Require Little More Than Salt and Pepper
Ornate, elaborate steak dinners are impressive, but the truth is, a quality steak requires very little to make it great. Often, a sprinkling of salt and pepper is all it takes. These recipes take a minimalist approach to various cuts of steak, from flank steak to ribeye, from NY strip steak to…
How To Beef Up Your Pasta – 8 Meaty Pasta Creations
Pasta and meat are a classic pairing; where would we be without spaghetti and meatballs, or chicken Alfredo? But, there are so many cuts of meat that you may not have considered combining with your pasta dishes. And, if you only indulge in pasta occasionally or nix it altogether from…
Paleohacks’ Crispy Sesame Chicken recipe
The team at Paleohacks has shared another great recipe to help you skip the soggy takeout box with this Crispy Sesame Chicken recipe. Pan fry this easy crispy sesame chicken and you won’t be disappointed. Yes, gluten-free crispy chicken is not only possible, but delicious! The right combination of Paleo flours stays put throughout…
7 of the Best Burger Recipes You’ll Find Anywhere
Nothing beats a perfectly-cooked, juicy burger. With some of the best burger recipes we could find, there’s no reason to head out to the local drive-thru for a great burger. On this list, you’ll find both gourmet and simple burger recipes alike — with some healthier options and uber-indulgent burgers…
8 Ways to Cook Meat From Frozen in Your Instant Pot
You get home from a long day of work and realize you haven’t thawed anything for dinner. What do you do? Grab takeout? Scrounge up a sad meal of whatever you can find in the pantry? Have you tried, well, cooking the frozen food you have? Conventionally, we’ve been taught…
BB All-Purpose Dry Rub
Why spend money on spice mixes? Just create this DYI 5-spice all-purpose rub that uses essential ingredients everyone has in their pantry. This dry rub can be made with five of the most common spices. You likely have all of them in your pantry already.
8 Dinners You Can Make with a Handful of Ingredients
So often, we feel like gourmet dinners require hours in the kitchen and long grocery lists. But, in truth, eating well really just means combining a few quality, nutritious ingredients in a reasonable time span. That’s what we set out to prove with these recipes, which keep the ingredient lists…
How to Use Up Leftover Meat and Avoid Food Waste
You made a gigantic family feast, and now you’ve got lots of leftover turkey, chicken or pot roast. You hate wasting food, but you can’t stand to eat the same meal over and over again. Plus, there’s a turkey carcass or a pile of bones to think about. The good…
Bone-In vs. Boneless Chicken: What You Need to Know
When it comes to chicken, so often we reach for what we’re used to: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, wings, tenders, or whatever your favorite cuts are. And while there’s nothing with leaning on those cuts, there are times when you might be better served with something else. Here’s your guide…
Greek Roasted Chicken Thighs Recipe
Our good friends at Paleohacks have shared another perfect winter recipe with us. Try this recipe in which crispy pasture-raised chicken thighs are roasted alongside onions, peppers, and artichokes in a tangy, lemony broth in this easy, one-pan recipe. Rustic Greek flavors infuse the chicken in this recipe for a…