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Herding this morning's escapees back to pasture

Why (and how) you should embrace chicken/turkey feet. Exhibit A- this lovely, golden, gelatinous stock. We try to use every bit of the animal we can. At every butcher date we request as much back as they'll let us have, and even the heads which they're not used to letting go out the door at all (those get fed to the beetles). The feet are full of collagen, and we want to get every ounce of nutrition that went into raising our poultry. The result is a thick, flavorful stock that is more nutritious than any canned option you'll find in the store. It's easy to make a large batch: drop in the feet (they've been scalded at the processing plant, but you can rinse them again if it makes you feel better) and cover with water. Bring to a boil and let simmer for 2-3 hours. Strain the stock through a sieve, discard the bones, and chill. We freeze it in 3-4 cup Tupperwares for future use. It reduces waste (packaging, nutrition loss), improves flavor, and with how much you can make, might even save you a bit of money! Check your local farmers market for chicken feet! (We only have them occasionally, but @mcintyrefamilyfarms is a great source!)

My golden hour turkeys. These little animals bring me so much joy.

Behold the peach jam! This year we lost most of our fruit due to frost, but a few trees pulled through and we were able to make just a dozen jars of peach jam! Which coincidently is our goal number for the fall farmer snacking subscription. The only way you'll get your hands on some of our lovely jams and other specialty pantry items is to sign up! Register before space runs out-the last day to sign up is Aug 30. Fall is the time of abundant harvest in the Treasure Valley and this snacking season will be the best yet!

Just lounging in the field, showing a little leg.

We have a fresh batch of garlic+rosemary mustard! And if you're already in love with it, new 8oz jars!

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Boise, Idaho 83709

1-208-863-6949

henandhare@gmail.com

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