Blog - One Straw Ranch

Five ways local, pasture raised meat is better for the Earth.

We are all tasked with being caretakers of this earth. The food we choose is a vote for the agriculture system that creates that food - on Earth Day and Every Day.

Japanese-Style Beef Stew (Recipe)

With the warming notes of soy, ginger, and lemon plus a bit of sweetness, this satisfying dish has a unique flavor profile that is irresistible.

The BEST Meatballs (Recipe)

Delightfully tender and with the perfect seasoning blend, these tasty morsels are also grain free and dairy free! If you’re not sure what to make for dinner, these are the answer.

Home Brined Corned Beef (Recipe)

This is our family's recipe. It results in a mildly flavored, not-too-salty, delicious corned beef where the inherent flavor of the beef really shines. Not only is it incredibly tasty, but you get to control the ingredients. And when you eat a One Straw brisket you know you're eating premium, nutrient-dense, mindfully-raised, grass-fed beef!

Chili With A Twist (Recipe)

A dash of cinnamon, a dab of chocolate, and a splash of strong brewed coffee… Wait, did I grab the chocolate cake recipe instead ?!?

Taco Seasoning (Recipe)

Throw out that taco seasoning packet full of questionable ingredients. A few simple spices you already have in your cupboard are all you need to make the best tacos ever. Or rice and bean bowls, nachos, tostados...

Favorite Pasta Sauce With Ground Beef (Recipe)

This delicious sauce may not have the panache of an all-day ragu, but it sure gets made more often and is a reliable standout for weeknight eating and special gatherings alike!

Ultimate Broiled Burger Guide (Recipe)

A step-by-step guide from forming great patties to getting the burgers and buns perfectly done, at the same time, with the least fuss, and without the smoke alarm going off – all while creating the most flavorful, juicy burger.

Italian Sausage, Cabbage & White Bean Soup (Recipe)

Looking for a way to make the humble cabbage shine this winter? Try this delicious soup recipe, bursting with wintertime flavor and nutrition!

We ran the numbers on 2022 and the future is bright!

Our natural survival instincts are to focus on all the things that went wrong, but that's not a helpful place to spend your time so it's worth the hard work to bend your mind to the positive.

Our Profession Of Hope

When we moved into our current house, there was a sun-faded print on the wall that said simply, “Farming Is A Profession Of Hope.”

All the baby chicks! [Photo/Video Story]

“Momma, I don’t think we can name them all.”