So in a previous post I eluded to the fact that our eating habits are changing around here. We are generally healthy eaters but I have learned many new facts that have caused me to re-evaluate! I will not go into much detail but if interested....you can start by reading Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan. If you start there it will take you all over- researching, digging, understanding, changing. It's overwhelming and frightening and amazing all at the same time!
A few of our major changes include:
-eating grass fed beef that comes from a local farm.
-the pork and chicken also come from a local, sustainable farm.
-buying free range organic chicken eggs
-buying (and making) grass fed cheese.
-drinking raw milk (from grass fed cows)...
Carsyn does not love the milk. She asks for the cream to be skimmed off the top (which we will use to make butter- of course). The meat is delicious! So much better than that "other stuff". It's nicer looking and has a fresher taste. Seriously. Big difference. Oh and you should try the cheese- AMAZING. Dale is about to embark on a cheese making frenzy too! In 3-4 months we will have a wine/cheese tasting at our house. Cannot wait.
We feel like these changes will make a significant difference in our lives. Mostly because our bodies will be healthier. It also helps the local farmers and the local economy. It's truly a win-win.
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8 years ago
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We joined a CSA this summer and it has been GREAT! They have all the meat that you can purchase and eggs also. I would love to have lunch one day and hear more about what you are doing . . . let's try to find a day in September!
I would love to hear more about this and know what places you are using for purchasing these things. I would love some links. The natural next step is making your own yogurt which I can help with and of course having your own chickens. Come on ;)
I fully expect you to have a cow tied to your backyard fence by January 2011.
And also. If Jilly's made their cupcakes and frosting with local, raw dairy, would that aid Dale in his fancy dessert dilema? Just wondering, because I like to problem solve.
Wow! I think those are huge changes, especially all at once. I am so proud of you. I am absolutely positive I could not talk Scott into raw milk. In fact, I might have to talk to myself long and hard about that one! Go Beachys!
so are you gonna make the wine too? :) because Darrell has a recipe if you want to try it :)
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