90% Lean Ground Beef

**90/10 lean/fat ratio.**

Sourced from pastured Piedmontese cattle, which are known for their flavorful meat quality. Plus this lean meat is made from the whole-cow, which includes all of the roast and steak cuts. Needless to say, this ground beef is rich in flavor!

Raised on lush pastures, these cattle are allowed to graze on natural grasses, resulting in a flavorful and tender ground beef that is lean and free from antibiotics and hormones, perfect for creating delicious and nutritious meals.

- Pasture-raised
- No antibiotics or added hormones
- Raised on organically managed pastures
- Community-focused family farm

#### **Greek Meatballs**

[From Feeding the Frasers](https://shop.feedingthefrasers.com/blogs/recipes-1/greek-meatballs)

##### **INGREDIENTS**

[2 lbs ground (beef, chicken, pork, turkey)](https://www.harvie.farm/farm/harvie-farms-pittsburgh/products?search=ground)

[1 onion, grated](https://www.harvie.farm/farm/harvie-farms-pittsburgh/products?search=onion)

[6 cloves minced garlic](https://www.harvie.farm/farm/harvie-farms-pittsburgh/products?search=garlic)

[1 tsp ground pepper](https://www.harvie.farm/farm/harvie-farms-pittsburgh/products?search=peppercorn)

[2 tsp salt](https://www.harvie.farm/farm/harvie-farms-pittsburgh/products?search=salt)

[2 tsp cumin](https://www.harvie.farm/farm/harvie-farms-pittsburgh/products?search=cumin)

[2 tsp oregano](https://www.harvie.farm/farm/harvie-farms-pittsburgh/products?search=oregano)

[1 tsp cinnamon](https://www.harvie.farm/farm/harvie-farms-pittsburgh/products?search=cinnamon)

[1/2 cup parsley, minced](https://www.harvie.farm/farm/harvie-farms-pittsburgh/products?search=parsley)

[2 eggs](https://www.harvie.farm/farm/harvie-farms-pittsburgh/products?search=eggs)

[1 cup panko](https://www.harvie.farm/farm/harvie-farms-pittsburgh/products?search=panko)

##### **INSTRUCTIONS**

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

In a stand mixer, combine all ingredients and mix on low for 3-4 mins until well combined.

Using a small cookie scoop, portion each meatball out and roll in between palms to smooth. Space evenly on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 mins.

Serve with rice or orzo, roasted asparagus, fresh tomatoes and a quick Tzatziki sauce.

_Tzatziki: mix 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt, 2 tsp fresh dill, 1/4 cup grated cucumber, 1/2 tsp za’atar seasoning and pinch of salt to taste.

Producer notes:
Birch Creek Farmery offers pastured, premium meats from their heritage breed animals. They are committed to producing select meats using responsible, ethical, and unique ranching methods. These breeds, as the family says, “yield meat that is unmatched in culinary quality;” each bite is full-of-flavor and rich in texture, color, and nutritional value.