Why Medium Rare is Always the Perfect Steak Temperature

Posted by Bearded Butcher Blend Seasoning Co. on 21st Jan 2022

Some strong opinions can come out when you're at a restaurant and someone at the table orders a well-done steak. You might see the look of disgust on another person's face, the shocked puzzlement of why anyone would ever order an overcooked steak. It might seem funny or even over the …

Scott's Maple Chipotle Turkey Recipe (KISS Method)

Posted by Bearded Butcher Blend Seasoning Co. on 8th Nov 2021

We know the designated cook of the family always takes pride in their Thanksgiving Day turkey (Scott definitely does) so you probably already have a go-to Turkey recipe. But just incase you don't, or maybe you just want to switch things up this year, we're sharing Scott's tried and test …

Cooking Chicken 101

Posted by Bearded Butcher Blend Seasoning Co. on 27th Oct 2021

Chicken is one of the most popular dishes in America. It's a low-cost protein that doesn't have strong flavors and can be prepared in a number of creative ways. The downside to chicken is that it can easily be overcooked, leaving you with a dry, tasteless, and inedible meal. Even worse is when …

How to Make Wild Game Stock

Posted by Bearded Butcher Blend Seasoning Co. on 13th Oct 2021

One of the best ways to make sure you are using every part of wild game you harvest is to make a stock. Stock is one of the easiest things you can make but it does take time and attention. There are a couple ways to make stock but the best way in our opinion is to make it on the stove top. But …

FAQ: Cooking with Game

Posted by Bearded Butcher Blend Seasoning Co. on 4th Oct 2021

We get lots of questions about wild game and what makes it different from store-bought meat. We thought it'd be a useful resource to answer some of the most common questions we get, so we put together this frequently asked questions about cooking with wild game to clear some things up. Check …

How to Use a Charcoal Chimney

Posted by Bearded Butcher Blend Seasoning Co. on 15th Sep 2021

We've all seen someone make a nice little pile of charcoal and then pour half a gallon of lighter fluid on it. Sure, the ensuing fireball is fun to watch, but it's also dangerous, toxic, and wasteful.Would you believe that in the U.S., $37 million in property damage every year is the result of impro …

The Benefits of Grass-Fed Beef

Posted by Bearded Butcher Blend Seasoning Co. on 2nd Aug 2021

You might have heard that grass-fed beef is better than regular ol' beef. You've probably seen stories on the news or seen things on social media that make you want to know more about the benefits of grass-fed beef. But making the decision to switch to only grass-fed beef means you'll often be payin …

How is Charcoal Made?

Posted by Bearded Butcher Blend Seasoning Co. on 3rd Jun 2021

Charcoal is one of those mysterious variables in grilling and barbecuing. For every charcoal product on the market you'll find at least a dozen opinions about what is best, most traditional, or most flavorful. One thing is clear – not all charcoal is the same. The way different types of charcoal is …

What is Butcher Paper & Where to Buy Butcher Paper

Posted by Bearded Butcher Blend Seasoning Co. on 27th May 2021

Butcher paper is one of those things that is misunderstood and often left out of the smoking, grilling, and barbecuing process because of the confusion of what it is and what it does. Butcher paper is not always the easiest item to find in the stores, either. You'll find a wide selection of parch …