SRF Journal
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Which steak is best for my next special occasion?
Choosing the best steak for a special occasion may seem daunting. Between confusing beef grading systems and the plethora of cuts available, the whole process can feel overwhelming.
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Pastrami on Rye
Starting with Corned Beef Brisket, this recipe transforms the brined cut into a succulent and flavorful smoked pastrami, and makes a sandwich that is good enough to rival your favorite deli. Stacked high on toasted rye bread with crisp sauerkraut and spicy brown mustard, the pastrami can be served warm. The brisket comes brined and seasoned, and benefits from a soak in cold water in the fridge to desalinate (remove some of the salt) before smoking it, which concentrates the flavors. The pastrami rub is homemade, and omits salt ensuring a balanced final product for the perfect sandwich.
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SAUTEED SPINACH
Sauteed spinach makes a great pairing for any meal that cooks up quickly for a busy weeknight dinner.
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Guide: How to cook Prime Rib
For true prime rib lovers, those who fantasize about adorning the festive table with a carefully seared roast, who can envision that first savory bite of beef during summer daydreams — Snake River Farms is the gold standard. Our prime rib is crave worthy, luscious, and the only centerpiece worth considering.
We've gathered everything you need to make the most of your prime rib here so you can prepare your most epic centerpiece yet. You’ll also find information to prepare our other beef roasts in this section.
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Wagyu Steak Bites with Bleu Cheese Dip
This simple but delicious dish is inspired by my 1980s New Year’s Eve appetizer spread. It’s makes ideal bite-sized fare to elevate the food table at your pre-game party.
The key to the recipe is to keep it simple and let the meat speak for itself. With high quality beef like Snake River Farms you don’t need many ingredients to create crowd pleasing eats. Case in point: this quick Steak Bits recipe made with American Wagyu tenderloin pieces.
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5 Perfect Gifts for Steak Lovers
Do you have a steak aficionado in your life? You know who we're talking about - the person who knows the difference between a high-quality, perfectly prepared steak compared to an average cut that's been overcooked and likely overpriced?
Steak lovers not only appreciate a great cut of beef, but also the entire experience, from picking out the steak to expertly cooking it, and finally experiencing the mouthwatering flavor explosion of the perfect bite.
Keep reading and discover our five favorite gifts for steak lovers.
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11 Gift Ideas for Grillers Who Have Everything
Do you have someone on your holiday shopping list who loves nothing more than grilling up a great steak? Chances are you still have no idea what to give them because, well, they already have a grill! However, there’s something every grill master always wants more of – a great cut of meat!
The mouthwatering cuts of American wagyu beef and kurobuta pork from Snake River Farms make terrific gifts for someone who loves grilling. Below we list 11 amazing gift ideas for grill lovers, including cuts of wagyu beef, kurobuta pork, and grill upgrades.
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Cider-Braised Petite Striploin Roast
Chef Kelly Cahoon presents an apple cider braised petite striploin cooked with tricolored carrots and caramelized fennel. To make it more special, she serves the American Wagyu beef over a bed of mascarpone whipped sweet potatoes topped with spiced candied walnuts and fried sage.
Kelly is a professional chef and member of Team SRF. She worked both front and back of house at many restaurants and eventually started a catering company. Chef Cahoon is married and has four young children. She says, “I love cooking at home WAY more than in restaurants!” Follow her on Instagram: @chefkellycahoon -
Beef Carpaccio
A seared twist on the classic beef carpaccio, using richly marbled Gold Filet Mignon, crisp and peppery watercress, and Pecorino cheese, drizzled with a four-ingredient spicy horseradish vinaigrette.
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Kurobuta Salami and Cheese Pairings with Chef Ji Hye Kim
Snake River Farms Kurobuta salamis are handcrafted by our partner, Journeyman Meat Co. in Healdsburg, California. Delicious all alone, these salamis pair deliciously with cheese. We worked with Chef Ji Hye Kim to select specific cheese to try with each variety of our salami.
Chef Ji Hye Kim grew up in Seoul, South Korea and is obsessed with ancient Korean culinary texts and the finer points of fermentation. She received a James Beard Foundation nomination for her restaurant, Miss Kim, in Ann Arbor. Before opening her restaurant, Chef Ji Hye was a cheese monger for Zingerman’s Delicatessen, a culinary institution in Ann Arbor, MI, where she honed her cheese expertise. -
The Best Way to Cook a Pork Chop
Cooking a perfect pork chop is easy, especially when you start with thick cut, Kurobuta pork chops from Snake River Farms. Sourced from 100% Berkshire pork, these heritage pork chops cook up juicy and full of flavor.
The best way to cook a pork chop is to utilize your oven and a skillet to provide both a beautiful brown sear and a tender juicy interior. This can be accomplished by searing, then baking or reversing this process by baking first and finishing with a pan sear. -
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
Sweet and savory honey and garlic glazed salmon is a favorite. The glaze comes together quickly and coats the salmon before baking it in the oven. The salmon is flavorful and delicious and great accompanied by a salad or sautéed greens for a quick and impressive meal.
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One-Pot Saffron Cream Shrimp and Spicy Sausage
Aromatic and savory saffron flavors a light creamy broth perfect for simmering potatoes and cooking shrimp. This dish starts by cooking the sausage. Adding the spicy sausage back to the pot at the end of cooking, makes this one-pot meal incredibly delicious and easy to clean-up.