How to Cook Grass-Fed Finished Beef from Ayers Valley Farm

General Cooking Tips:

✅ Cook it how you like it.
Unlike chicken or pork, beef is safe to enjoy at any level of doneness — from rare to well done. You can judge doneness by color and feel rather than temperature.

✅ Color Guide:
Raw beef = deep red.
Cooked beef = brown.
Pink or red after cooking? Totally fine (and usually more tender!).

✅ Temperature Guide (if you’re using a thermometer):

• Rare: 120–125°F
• Medium-Rare: 130–135°F
• Medium: 135–145°F
• Medium-Well: 145–155°F
• Well Done: 155–160°F

Tip: Pull your steak or roast off the heat a few degrees before your target temperature — it’ll continue cooking as it rests.

For grass-fed beef, medium-rare to medium is the sweet spot for tenderness and flavor.

🥩 Beef Steaks

Whether you’re cooking ribeye, New York strip, or filet mignon, the key to perfect grass-fed steak is to sear hot and finish gentle.

Cooking Tips:

• Bring steaks to room temperature (about 30 minutes) before cooking.
• Pat dry and season generously with sea salt, pepper, and your favorite dry rub or steak blend.
• For extra flavor, season the night before and refrigerate overnight.
• Sear on a hot cast iron pan or grill for 2–4 minutes per side, depending on thickness.
• Rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.

Air Fryer Option:
Cook for about 15 minutes, flip, then cook another 10 minutes. Always let it rest before cutting.

 Recipe Idea: Herb Butter Ribeye Steak

🍖 Beef Roasts

Our grass-fed roasts — from chuck to brisket — love low, slow cooking. The longer they cook, the more tender they get.

Crockpot Method:
Submerge roast in water or broth and cook on low for 8 hours until falling apart.

Oven Method:
In a Dutch oven or covered pan, cook at 275°F for 5–6 hours with liquid.

Recipe Ideas:

• Crockpot Beef Pot Roast
• Texas-Style Beef Brisket
• Korean Beef Tacos

🍔 Burgers

Grass-fed burgers cook faster than grain-fed ones because they’re leaner — keep an eye on them!

Best Methods:

• Grill
• Smoker Grill
• Cast Iron Skillet
• Air Fryer

Cook to your desired doneness, but don’t be afraid to keep it juicy in the middle.

Pro Tip: Leftovers reheat beautifully — refrigerate or freeze extras for quick weekday meals.

🍳 Ground Beef

Quick, versatile, and essential in any kitchen.

Cooking Tips:

• Heat a skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat.
• Brown until the meat is crumbly and caramelized.
• A little pink is perfectly fine — overcooking can dry it out.

 Recipe Ideas:

• Sweet & Sour Meatballs
• Beef Stroganoff
• Ground Beef & Cabbage Soup
• Crockpot Beef Chili

🥘 Stew Meat & Kabobs

For Soups & Stews:
Cook low and slow using the roast method above for fall-apart tenderness.

For Kabobs:
Marinate overnight, then grill or smoke until cooked to your liking.

Recipe Ideas:

• Greek Beef Souvlaki
• Classic Beef Stew

🍖 Short Ribs & Spare Ribs

These richly marbled cuts love a long, slow cook.

How to Cook:

• Brown ribs on all sides in a skillet.
• Add liquid (broth, wine, or sauce) and cook in the oven or crockpot until tender.
• Done when the meat easily pulls away from the bone.

🧡 From Our Pasture to Your Plate

Every bite of Ayers Valley Farm beef tells a story — of grass-fed cattle raised with respect, nourished by healthy soil, and cared for from start to finish.

Cooking it right means slowing down and letting nature’s flavor shine. No shortcuts, no additives — just real beef, from our farm to your family table.

Taste the difference. Feel the nourishment. Know your farmer.