Calf’s First Mission: Impossible

I know winter can be cold and gloomy so let me brighten your day.

In the next few weeks we will start to hear the pitter patter of little hooves on the ground all over the farm.

For me, seeing new life on the farm always puts a smile on my face.

This video is sure to put a smile on your dial too.

Let me share a video from last year because the first calf drop of this season can't come soon enough.

This will help keep you in expectation of the first little fella to arrive for this year.

We will keep you posted.

For each of the calves, their mischief making days must start with their first steps.

In this short video, this cheeky monkey attempts what he thinks is a mission: impossible. Going from first breath, to his first steps and finally his first drink.

How long do you think it took him to go from arrival to get up and wobble over to mum for his first drink?


Watch the video to find out if you were right.

It's sure to make you smile.

How to Make and Enjoy Amazing Roasted Beef Marrow Bones

In our effort to make the most of the whole animal some of our lucky customers receive large marrow bones with their orders of beef.

“Wow. That's great but what am I going to do with that?!” is a natural response.

Don't worry, I got you.

This question motivated me to put a fun “how to” video together to make sure you don't overlook this humble bone and show you how easy it is to make the most of this delicious and nutritious option.

Imagine if your guests rock up and you serve them one of these bones with a 6 pack of a smashing craft beer, let just say, they won't forget this meal.

Plus, in less than ½ an hour, you'll be ready to sit around and dig in.

I admit, it may not sound that amazing on paper, but it was such a delight.

Tune in here to see just how easy it is to enjoy roasted beef marrow bones with sourdough bread, garden salad and craft beer.

Why eat that I hear you ask?

Bone marrow has a rich, buttery flavour and is packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids that are vital for maintaining good health.
It is high in Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Iron, Selenium, Zinc, Collagen, glucosamine, chondroitin, and hyaluronic acid.

So what does that all mean?

Bone marrow can increase you immunological function, heart health, joint health, skin health, blood health, bone strength, weight management and cognitive function.

In short: It's great for you. Why not make the most of it using this delicious recipe.

The key is to use the best and freshest produce you can.

- 100% grass fed and finished beef marrow bones sourced from Regenerative Farms Australia.

- Fresh, crusty sourdough bread.

- Organic/Regeneratively farmed veggies from the local farmers market.

- A quality balsamic vinaigrette dressing is needed

- And of course, your favourite local beer.

Put it all together and you can’t go wrong.

Have fun.

Steph

Quick reference: 20 mins in the oven at 230 C/450 F will turn your marrow into perfection

Kiss The Ground Movie.

Every one young and old alike loves our planet and is devastated to see the harsh treatment it receives day in and day out.

How many times do we think “I hate what we are doing to this planet but what can I do about it?”

I wanted to share with you a recent full-length documentary narrated by Woody Harrelson that sheds light on a new, old approach to farming called “regenerative agriculture” and how you can support it. It was made by a not for profit organisation, with the goal of making people more aware of better farming practices and the impact it can have on our environment and our health. Kiss the Ground increasing societal awareness about the extraordinary benefits of healthy soil.

It also sheds light on what is behind our name: Re-gen Farms Australia.

Join Gabe Brown and Ray Archuleta and some of the world’s preeminent experts, pioneers, and advocates in today’s regenerative agricultural movement.

This documentary is made for anyone who just loves the earth and will convert any who don’t.

Click the link to find out more and to watch the movie.

Happy watching,

Farmer Steph

Topside Roast recipe with Herbs and Veggies

INGREDIENTS

• SERVES 6

1.2 kg Regenerative Farms topside roast

12 French shallots, peeled, halved

3 large carrots, peeled, chopped

1 tbsp olive oil

2 garlic cloves, crushed

2 tbsp wholegrain mustard

1/4 cup fresh herbs (we used thyme, rosemary, oregano), finely chopped

1 1/2 cups (375ml) beef stock

1/2 cup (125ml) red wine

800g potatoes, peeled, cut into 3cm pieces

20g butter, cubed

1/3 cup full-cream milk

1/4 cup finely grated parmesan

Steamed sugar snap peas and home made gravy, to serve

METHOD

1. Preheat oven to 240°C (220° fan-forced).

2. Arrange shallots and carrots in a large roasting pan. In a small bowl combine oil, garlic, mustard and herbs. Season, stir to combine and spread over beef. Place beef on top of vegetables and pour stock and wine around the base.

3. Place beef in oven and reduce heat immediately to 200°C (180° fan-forced). Roast in oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until cooked to your liking, covering top of roast with foil if over browning. Remove roast from oven, set beef aside on a tray and cover with foil. Rest for 15 minutes. Return vegetables to oven for 15 minutes.

4. Meanwhile, place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil and cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain and return potatoes to saucepan. Season. Mash with butter and milk until smooth. Stir through parmesan.

5. Slice beef and serve with shallots, carrots, parmesan mash, sugar snaps and gravy.

TIPS

1. The herb crust will work well on any of our beef roast cut.

2. Use any combination of fresh herbs you like for the crust.

3. For a creamier mash, add more milk.

Thanks Australian Beef for this recipe