I always thought that Italian wedding soup was served at weddings. As it turns out, this soup actually gets its name from the “marriage” of the flavorful meat and greens. It’s a poetic culinary concept and a beautiful name fit for such a delicious dish. The meatballs in this soup are small in size for easy eating out of a spoon. Orzo pasta and plenty of vegetables create wonderful texture. A combination of chicken stock and bison bone broth give rich layers of meaty flavor and the perfect amount of Italian herbs make this soup completely irresistible. You might even want to make a double batch.

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Our Mission Is To Bring Back The American Bison

Our bison live free range on 10,000 beautiful acres here in New Mexico, or roam freely on our carefully selected partner ranches. They are pasture raised and never administered any amount of hormones, steroids or antibiotics. These are powerful, strong animals that live essentially wild with minimal handling. There were once 60 million bison roaming North America, and we hope to see their numbers increase back to even 1 million during our lifetime. By increasing the demand for ethically sourced bison meat, we can help to bolster their population. The more people that want to purchase this nourishing and nutrient dense meat, the more farmers will be encouraged to raise bison. This directly helps to increase the number of herds which assists in providing genetic diversity for the population.

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Wild Boar Is One Of The Most Sustainable Meats

Our Southwestern wild boar roam the forests, foraging their natural diet. They love to eat berries, nuts, roots and tubers which give their meat its unique and delectable flavor profile. They’re trapped under the supervision of specialized veterinarians and butchered by a small scale, species specific facility. Just like all of our products, we care about where this meat comes from. Wild boar are actually an invasive species to North America, and their population continues to grow. They ruin crops and disrupt the growth of endangered plants in forests by digging in the soil. When we eat humanely trapped wild boar meat it helps to protect our food supply and forest ecosystems.

Ingredients:

For the bison and wild boar meatballs:

• ½ lb ground bison
• ½ lb ground wild boar
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• ½ cup fresh focaccia bread crumbs
• ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
• 3 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• Sea salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon bison tallow

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For the Italian wedding soup:

• 1 tablespoon bison tallow
• 1 ¼ cups diced carrots
• 1 ¼ cups diced onion
• ¾ cup diced celery
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups bison bone broth
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• Sea salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
• ½ lb chopped fresh spinach
• Chopped parsley and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the meatball ingredients except for the bison tallow. Use your hands to mix just until combined (don’t overmix).
2. Shape into small sized meatballs, no more than 1 inch in diameter. Set aside on a plate.
3. Heat the tablespoon of bison tallow in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, working in batches. Only the outside needs to be seared - the meatballs will cook all the way through later in the soup.
4. Start making the soup. Heat a tablespoon of bison tallow in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions, carrots and celery until tender. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 more minutes, until fragrant.
5. Add the chicken broth and bison bone broth to the Dutch oven. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper as desired. Bring the soup to a boil, then add in the meatballs and uncooked orzo pasta.
6. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the pasta and meatballs are cooked all the way through. Add the chopped spinach to the soup just before serving. Stir to combine.
7. Serve garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!

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Don’t Hesitate To Reach Out To Our Team

At Beck & Bulow, we pride ourselves on our excellent customer service. We’re always here to help if you have any questions regarding your meat, want help making selections, or are just looking for some cooking tips. Every time you call our office, you’ll be directly connected with one of our team members right here in Santa Fe, New Mexico where we’re based.

Every cut of meat is pressure sealed and flash frozen immediately after butchering at the peak of freshness. We work exclusively with master butchers who make every cut with care and precision. All orders are hand packed at our Santa Fe warehouse, shipped in a reusable cooler with dry ice and delivered straight to your doorstep. Check out our selections of humanely raised chicken, elk, bison, beef, lamb, wild boar, pork and seafood.

Lasagna is definitely one of my favorite foods, but I hardly ever make it because it’s time consuming. This recipe is the perfect easy, quick way to make lasagna - the secret is using pre made cheese raviolis instead of layers of lasagna noodles. I like to use a combination of ground bison and ground wild boar meat. The flavors are so good together and the fattier wild boar perfectly complements the lean and tender bison meat. You can whip this up as a quick dinner and enjoy the delicious results in about an hour total (and around 40 minutes are hands off time in the oven). If you don’t have bison broth on hand, just substitute water. It’ll still turn out delicious!

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Free Range Bison That Roam Our Beautiful Ranch

Our bison live free range on 20,000 beautiful acres here in New Mexico, or roam freely on our carefully selected partner ranches. They are pasture raised and never administered any amount of hormones, steroids or antibiotics. These are powerful, strong animals that live essentially wild with minimal handling. There were once 60 million bison roaming North America, and we hope to see their numbers increase back to even 1 million during our lifetime. By increasing the demand for ethically sourced bison meat, we can help to bolster their population. The more people that want to purchase this nourishing and nutrient dense meat, the more farmers will be encouraged to raise bison. This directly helps to increase the number of herds which assists in providing genetic diversity for the population.

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A Delicious & Sustainable Meat Choice

Our Southwestern wild boar roam the forests, foraging their natural diet. They love to eat berries, nuts, roots and tubers which give their meat its unique and delectable flavor profile. They’re trapped under the supervision of specialized veterinarians and butchered by a small scale, species specific facility. Just like all of our products, we care about where this meat comes from. Wild boar are actually an invasive species to North America, and their population continues to grow. They ruin crops and disrupt the growth of endangered plants in forests by digging in the soil. When we eat humanely trapped wild boar meat it helps to protect our food supply and forest ecosystems.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground bison
• 1 pound ground wild boar
• 1 ¼ tablespoons minced garlic
• ¾ teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 jar preferred pasta sauce
• 1 ¾ cups bison bone broth
• 1 package pre-made cheese ravioli
• 1 ¼ cup shredded Italian cheese

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Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a 9x13 glass baking dish and set aside.
• Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. When hot, add in the ground bison, ground wild boar and minced garlic. Cook for approximately 8 minutes, breaking the ground meat apart into crumbles as it cooks. Pour off the fat and return the meat to the skillet.
• Add the sea salt, freshly ground black pepper and nutmeg to the cooked meat. Stir to combine, then pour in the jar of pasta sauce along with the 1 ¾ cups bone broth. Bring to a boil and cook for 1-2 minutes.
• Add a layer of cheese ravioli to the bottom of the glass baking pan. Add in half the meat mixture and sprinkle on half of the cheese. Add another layer of ravioli and repeat. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to bake for approximately 20 more minutes, or until the ravioli is cooked through.
• Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve garnished with chopped fresh basil if desired.

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The Beck & Bulow Team Is Here To Help

At Beck & Bulow, we pride ourselves on our excellent customer service. We’re always here to help if you have any questions regarding your meat, want help making selections, or are just looking for some cooking tips. Every time you call our office, you’ll be directly connected with one of our team members right here in Santa Fe, New Mexico where we’re based.

Every cut of meat is pressure sealed and flash frozen immediately after butchering at the peak of freshness. We work exclusively with master butchers who make every cut with care and precision. All orders are hand packed at our Santa Fe warehouse, shipped in a reusable cooler with dry ice and delivered straight to your doorstep. Check out our selections of humanely raised chicken, elk, bison, beef, lamb, wild boar, pork and seafood.

Hoppin’ John is a traditional Southern dish that has become well known for its popularity on New Years Day. It can be found in cookbooks dating back to the 1800s and is said by some to bring good luck for the new year ahead. It’s unclear where the name originated, but what we do know for sure is that this Southern recipe is absolutely delicious. Black eyed peas, wild rice, sausage and bacon combine with cajun seasoning for authentic Southern flavor. Traditionally made with pork bacon and sausage, used wild boar bacon and hickory smoked bison sausage.

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Wild Boar Bacon Is The (Not So) Secret Ingredient

If you’ve never tried our wild boar bacon before, get ready to be obsessed. Bacon is already known for being one of the most delicious foods in existence. Our wild boars roam the forests of the Southwest, foraging their natural preferred diet of roots, nuts, berries and tubers. This gives our wild boar meat a nutty, complex flavor profile that has so much depth and dimension compared to conventional pork bacon. It’s also slightly less greasy than conventional bacon and contains more vitamins and minerals.

Free Range Bison, Raised On Our Beautiful Ranch

Our bison live free range on 20,000 beautiful acres here in New Mexico, or roam freely on our carefully selected partner ranches. They are pasture raised and never administered any amount of hormones, steroids or antibiotics. These are powerful, strong animals that live essentially wild with minimal handling. There were once 60 million bison roaming North America, and we hope to see their numbers increase back to even 1 million during our lifetime. By increasing the demand for ethically sourced bison meat, we can help to bolster their population. The more people that want to purchase this nourishing and nutrient dense meat, the more farmers will be encouraged to raise bison. This directly helps to increase the number of herds which assists in providing genetic diversity for the population.

Also Read: Mouthwatering And Tender Wild Boar + Bison Meatloaf Recipe

If you haven’t tried our bison sausages, you’re in for a real treat. We get customers all the time telling us that they’re the best they’ve ever tasted. Or, better yet, that they don’t even normally like eating sausages or bratwursts, but ours are irresistible to them. They have amazing flavor without any weird ingredients or additives. They’re free range, grass fed pasture raised bison meat, and are processed with care by master butchers just like the rest of our products. They add delicious flavor and protein to any recipe, and are the perfect quick meal on their own.

Ingredients:

• ¼ pound wild boar bacon, chopped
• 2 hickory smoked bison sausages, sliced into thin half circles
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 ribs of celery, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 jalapeno, minced
• 3 large cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 pounds black eyed peas (frozen is fine)
• 4 cups bison bone broth
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
• ½ cup chopped scallions
• 2 cups wild rice

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Instructions:

1. Cook the rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
2. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Cook the chopped bacon, stirring occasionally. Add in the sliced bison sausage. Cook until browned and slightly crispy. Set aside.
3. Add the onion, red bell pepper, jalapeno, garlic and celery to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently for approximately 5 minutes until tender.
4. Add the black eyed peas, bison bone broth, chopped fresh thyme and cajun seasoning to the skillet. Cover and simmer for approximately 30 minutes or until the peas are softened. Add more liquid if necessary. Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
5. Combine the sausage and bacon with the black eyed pea mixture. Serve over the cooked rice and garnish with chopped scallions. Enjoy!

Don’t Hesitate To Reach Out To Our Team

At Beck & Bulow, we pride ourselves on our excellent customer service. We’re always here to help if you have any questions regarding your meat, want help making selections, or are just looking for some cooking tips. Every time you call our office, you’ll be directly connected with one of our team members right here in Santa Fe, New Mexico where we’re based.

Also Read: South African Bobotie Meat Pie Made With Ground Bison

Every cut of meat is pressure sealed and flash frozen immediately after butchering at the peak of freshness. We work exclusively with master butchers who make every cut with care and precision. All orders are hand packed at our Santa Fe warehouse, shipped in a reusable cooler with dry ice and delivered straight to your doorstep. Check out our selections of humanely raised chicken, elk, bison, beef, lamb, wild boar, pork and seafood.

I love using my cast iron skillet. When I use it and don’t have to use any other pots or pans, I always feel like cleanup is way easier. Part of the beauty of the cast iron skillet is that you can use it in the oven as well as on the stove, making it effortless to start something out one way and finish it in another. This recipe doesn’t even involve that - it couldn’t be simpler. There’s just something special about a dish that’s cooked entirely in the cast iron. To make meatloaf an even easier delicious weeknight dinner, here’s a skillet recipe for your enjoyment.

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Free Range Bison, Raised The Way Nature Intended

Our bison live free range on 20,000 beautiful acres here in New Mexico, or roam freely on our carefully selected partner ranches. They are pasture raised and never administered any amount of hormones, steroids or antibiotics. These are powerful, strong animals that live essentially wild with minimal handling. There were once 60 million bison roaming North America, and we hope to see their numbers increase back to even 1 million during our lifetime. By increasing the demand for ethically sourced bison meat, we can help to bolster their population. The more people that want to purchase this nourishing and nutrient dense meat, the more farmers will be encouraged to raise bison. This directly helps to increase the number of herds which assists in providing genetic diversity for the population.

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Expertly Butchered By Hand, Outstanding In Flavor

People are always asking us about the best ways to eat wild boar. If you’re used to eating pork, the nutty and delicious flavor of wild boar meat will blow your mind. It’s so much more flavorful and satisfying than conventional pork. Customers tell us all the time that they find themselves unable to go back to eating conventional pork after trying out this meat.

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In addition to the unbeatable flavor, wild boar meat offers a multitude of health benefits that blow pork out of the water. It’s lower in total fat and calories while offering more omega 3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. We are big believers in the advantages of eating wild meat and the nutritional profile of wild boar is a perfect example of this. Our wild boar meat is unparalleled in flavor because we work with small-scale, species specific master butchers who know how to properly process this meat.

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Instructions:

• 1 pound ground bison
• 1 pound ground wild boar
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• ½ cup Japanese panko breadcrumbs
• 1 ½ tablespoons bison tallow
• 1 ½ medium yellow onions, diced
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3-4 cloves of garlic, minced
• ¼ cup barbecue sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons ketchup

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Instructions:

1. Place a rack in the center of the oven. Preheat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk and tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce. When combined, add the panko bread crumbs to the mix and stir until they’ve soaked in some of the liquid. Set the mixture aside.
3. Heat the bison tallow in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. When the oil is shimmering, add in the diced onion. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook until the onions are tender and golden brown. Add in the minced garlic and cook for approximately one minute. Set the cooked onion and garlic mixture aside and allow to cool for a few minutes.
4. Stir the slightly cooled onion and garlic mixture into the bowl with the egg, milk and bread crumb mixture. Combine. Add the ground bison and ground wild boar. Use your fingers to gently mix just until completely combined.
5. Add the meatloaf mixture to the cast iron skillet. Press it evenly into the skillet.
6. Bake for approximately 20 to 25 minutes. The meat should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit when measured with a meat thermometer. Ensure that it’s cooked all the way through but not overcooked.
7. Take the skillet out of the oven and turn on the broiler. Mix the barbecue sauce and ketchup together in a small bowl. Brush the mixture over the top of the meatloaf. Place the skillet back in the oven and broil for approximately 3 minutes. Take it out of the oven when finished cooking and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

The Beck & Bulow Team Is Here To Support You

At Beck & Bulow, we pride ourselves on our excellent customer service. We’re always here to help if you have any questions regarding your meat, want help making selections, or are just looking for some cooking tips. Every time you call our office, you’ll be directly connected with one of our team members right here in Santa Fe, New Mexico where we’re based.

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Every cut of meat is pressure sealed and flash frozen immediately after butchering at the peak of freshness. We work exclusively with master butchers who make every cut with care and precision. All orders are hand packed at our Santa Fe warehouse, shipped in a reusable cooler with dry ice and delivered straight to your doorstep. Check out our selections of humanely raised chicken, elk, bison, beef, lamb, wild boar and seafood.

Everyone’s favorite eating holiday is coming up, and I’m starting to plan what will be on the menu for this year. Although a roasted turkey is the traditional centerpiece, there’s lots of other main course worthy meat items that you can choose to serve instead of or alongside a turkey. Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite holidays - I really enjoy celebrating the abundance of the land and sharing food with loved ones. Whether you’re cooking for two or cooking for a crowd, have a lot of time or a little - we’ve got you covered with these top 5 meats for Thanksgiving.

1. Turkey (The Obvious Choice)
2. A Whole Bison Tenderloin Roast
3. Roasted & Spiced Leg Of Lamb
4. Grass Fed Beef Or Bison Brisket
5. Herb Crusted Wild Boar Tenderloin

1. Turkey (The Obvious Choice)

It’s not called Turkey Day for no reason, folks. Turkey is obviously the classic and it’s always a solid choice. You might even feel like Thanksgiving is incomplete without a turkey on the table. There’s definitely a special quality to carving a perfectly roasted bird to serve to a gathering of family and friends. If turkey on Thanksgiving holds sentimental value for you, it might be the only way to go. Not to mention, it usually makes for some pretty epic leftovers. My personal favorite is a leftovers sandwich consisting of turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce. Absolutely delicious. We have an extremely limited quantity of turkeys available for Thanksgiving, so place your order now if you’d like to have one.

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2. A Whole Bison Tenderloin Roast

Okay, if you think the turkey is impressive, wait until you serve up an entire bison tenderloin subprimal for Thanksgiving. You can serve this without worrying about missing out on the wow factor of a turkey, or simply serve it alongside and have both. The bison tenderloin has incredible flavor and texture. We recommend searing it before roasting, and tying it up with butcher twine so that the meat is an equal thickness all the way through for cooking. This prime cut is highly sought after for the famous filet mignon steak. The subprimal is the entire roast intact, prior to being divided into separate steaks. If you see these in stock, be sure to grab one while you can because we typically only get a few at a time.

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3. Roasted & Spiced Leg Of Lamb

Leg of lamb definitely has a festive holiday vibe, and it’s a completely legitimate choice for Thanksgiving dinner. It’s simple, yet distinctly decadent with incredible flavor. Our lamb is moist, tender and truly delicious. It’s a match made in heaven with a large variety of holiday spices and herbs including orange, cardamom, mint and thyme. A good lamb roast is able to carry complex seasoning without losing its own flavor profile along the way. Give the lamb a generous spice rub and roast in the oven for amazing results.

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4. Grass Fed Beef Or Bison Brisket

If you think that the season for brisket fades away when you it’s time to store your smoker for the winter, think again. We love to slow braise briskets in the oven or cook them in Crock Pot or Instant Pot. This meltingly tender classic reaches perfection when it’s cooked low and slow. And although Thanksgiving leftovers are pretty much great no matter what, brisket sandwiches are really something special. No matter what your favorite sides are to serve alongside, brisket will go perfectly with just about anything. Choose from our pasture raised bison or beef, neither will disappoint.

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5. Herb Crusted Wild Boar Tenderloin

If you haven’t ventured outside of wild boar bacon yet, this should definitely be next on your list. These prime cuts are so tender and with that nutty, delicious flavor profile that makes everyone love wild boar. Sage, garlic and thyme will make for a drool-worthy crust on the outside. Wild boar tenderloin is an especially great choice if you’re looking for something that will cook more quickly than turkey. These don’t take a lot of time to prepare and certainly don’t sacrifice anything in the flavor department. Or you can try one of my favorite preparations for wild boar tenderloin, with spiced orange and cranberry sauce.

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At Beck & Bulow, we pride ourselves on our excellent customer service. We’re always here to help if you have any questions regarding your meat, want help making selections, or are just looking for some cooking tips. Every time you call our office, you’ll be directly connected with one of our team members right here in Santa Fe, New Mexico where we’re based.

Every cut of meat is pressure sealed and flash frozen immediately after butchering at the peak of freshness. We work exclusively with master butchers who make every cut with care and precision. All orders are hand packed at our Santa Fe warehouse, shipped in a reusable cooler with dry ice and delivered straight to your doorstep. Check out our selections of humanely raised chicken, elk, bison, beef, lamb, wild boar and seafood.