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Sex Sells, or, For Every Season  There Is a Meat
  • Dec 12, 2014
Sex Sells, or, For Every Season There Is a Meat

In winter, about the time when the first snow falls, my dinners feature American lamb and come from a breed that is covered in thick, dense wool. The lanolin from wool makes for bites that stand up to the cold harsh winds of the Atlantic. When temperatures dip below freezing and nothing grows, the only winged creatures that I crave are the ones that can stand up to the harsh weather conditions– red meat waterfowl. Plumage protects ducks and geese right up to the moment the lakes and ponds freeze over. Duck and goose meat is the dark chocolate of the protein world.

What’s With The Goose? The History Behind Eating Goose At Christmas
  • Dec 10, 2014
What’s With The Goose? The History Behind Eating Goose At Christmas

Goose, the once-common farm bird, has a rich legacy of multi-purpose value. Geese proudly boast down feathers, dark flavorful meat, and rich high-temperature cooking fat.

Perfect Roasted Duck
  • Dec 10, 2014
Perfect Roasted Duck

This recipe works well for all waterfowl, geese included! Ducks and Geese are both red-meat birds. So while the USDA recommends a final temperature of 165° F for both duck and goose, we agree with our network of chefs who believe their rich breast meat is best served medium-rare, or 145 ° F.

Roasted Holiday Goose
  • Dec 10, 2014
Roasted Holiday Goose

Preparing the perfect goose is easier then you think! Ducks and Geese are both red-meat birds, and while the USDA recommends a final temperature of 165°F for both duck and goose, we agree with our network of chefs who believe their rich breast meat is best served medium-rare, or 145°F.

Holiday Gift Ideas!
  • Dec 3, 2014
Holiday Gift Ideas!

Sick of struggling to find something for that person who 'has everything’? We are happy to solve your holiday gift conundrums.

6 Common Thanksgiving Turkey Mistakes
  • Nov 17, 2014
6 Common Thanksgiving Turkey Mistakes

Thanksgiving! There's no other meal so rewarding yet so anxiety ridden then this once yearly feast. Your heritage turkey is going to be the star of Thanksgiving dinner. Protect your investment and your reputation this year by avoiding these 6 Common Thanksgiving Turkey mistakes! The post 6 Common Thanksgiving Turkey Mistakes appeared first on HERITAGE FOODS USA.

Behind the Scenes | Asgaard Farm
  • Oct 29, 2014
Behind the Scenes | Asgaard Farm

If you have ever met a goat, you might have noticed their lively and boisterous personalities. The herd of goats at Asgaard Farm exemplify the rowdy persona we love about the goat.

Ark of Taste Collection
  • Oct 17, 2014
Ark of Taste Collection

The Ark is Slow Food’s most important project, and the project that best celebrates flavor and pleasure as part of our cultural heritage – Patrick Martins, founder of Heritage Foods USA.... The post Ark of Taste Collection appeared first on HERITAGE FOODS USA.