I was really excited when I heard that Cochon 555 had a tour stop in Des Moines. I really wanted to go because I absolutely adored the mission and premise of this event. Cochon 555 stands for 5 Pigs, 5 Chefs, 5 Winemakers. Each chef is given a local heritage breed pig which they then cook from head to tail utilizing the entire animal in order to garner the most votes and be crowned the "King or Queen of Porc." The event serves as a link to preserving heritage breed pigs ... continue reading...
Fat Book Giveaway Winner!
According to random.org...Congratulations to Christy!Christy said...I would love to know more about tallow and lard.Well guess what, you are going to be able to soon! The book fat has a wonderful section on lard and tallow including fabulous recipes! Send me your shipping address, and I'll make sure to get this book out to you! Also, Jennifer McLagan will be sending you a signed bookplate for the book. How great is that!!Thanks everyone for entering. I'm looking ... continue reading...
Ebersole Cattle Co. and Grass Fed Beef Giveaway!
This is Beau, Shanen and family from Ebersole Cattle Co. I have been so blessed to have met Shanen about a year ago. We met through local Iowa mama groups and have since become good friends. She is a ranching mama, a true cowgirl and one that works hard... for you and me.Beau and Shanen raise pastured and grass fed beef. I can go on to explain all that they do to ensure that their cattle is raised naturally, cared for and loved for, however, this post is about the ... continue reading...
Spain in Iowa Meets Fresh, Local and Best
Do you remember about my recent experience in New York City to participate in Kelly Ripa's Cake Off For A Cause? As much fun as I had with that experience, one of the highlights of my trip to New York City was meeting the lovely Christine from Fresh Local and Best.I was tweeting as Christine and I literally passed by Mario Batali and a friend on the streets of NYC! I would like to start this post by saying that Christine is one of the most hospitable, genuine people I have met. After ... continue reading...
Espárrago Con Chorizo – Asparagus with Spanish Chorizo Sausage
My heart sings for the first asparagus of the season. My farmers market still hasn't started and I don't yet have an asparagus patch but I couldn't wait. I found organic asparagus on sale and was sold! Asparagus can be made so many different ways but one thing is almost a consensus, to be done right it needs extra virgin olive oil! Check out my facebook fan page for about 19 other ways to make seasonal asparagus. Here are a few of my favorites from all of ... continue reading...
