Tag: A2 milk

To Heat or Not to Heat: A Raw Milk Yogurt Question

Written on November 21, 2023. Posted in Raw Milk. No Comments on To Heat or Not to Heat: A Raw Milk Yogurt Question

Raw milk’s versatility is one of its many benefits. You can drink it straight out of a glass or use it to make other dairy products like butter, cheese, and yogurt. One of our favorite things to make with raw milk from our Jersey milk...

4 Questions to Ask Your Raw Milk Farmer

Written on November 20, 2023. Posted in Raw Milk. No Comments on 4 Questions to Ask Your Raw Milk Farmer

Before you buy raw milk from a supplier, ask these four questions to ensure high-quality and sanitation practices for preventing illness.

An up-close photo of a Jersey milk cow's face as it stands in a field with other Jersey cattle.

Jersey Milk Cows = Best Homestead Cattle

Written on May 5, 2023. Posted in Homesteading, Jersey Cow. 1 Comment on Jersey Milk Cows = Best Homestead Cattle

Jersey milk cows are one of the best homestead cattle breeds. They’re favored among homesteaders for their high production of butterfat-rich raw milk you can turn into several dairy products. Whether you have a large or small homestead, you can...

How to Freeze Raw Jersey Cow Milk

Written on February 24, 2023. Posted in A2 Milk, Raw Milk. No Comments on How to Freeze Raw Jersey Cow Milk

Raw Jersey cow milk is a treat any time. You can drink a big glass of it to wash down a meal, or turn it into butter, ice cream, or yogurt. If you’re lucky enough to have Jersey milk cows on your homestead like we do, gaining access to raw milk...

An old-fashioned churn for churning butter on your homestead.

Butter Churning with A2 Jersey Cow Milk

Written on February 10, 2023. Posted in A2 Milk, Homesteading. No Comments on Butter Churning with A2 Jersey Cow Milk

Butter churning is a rewarding—and tasty—experience that can bring homesteaders back to the simplicity of traditional food preparation. When you own Jersey cattle, you can take your butter to the next level by using raw A2 Jersey cow milk for butter...

Making the Best Homemade Egg Noodles

Written on November 3, 2022. Posted in Homesteading, Raw Milk Recipes. No Comments on Making the Best Homemade Egg Noodles

There’s just something about foods made from scratch that tastes better than store-bought. Case in point: egg noodles. Not only do homemade egg noodles taste better, but they also are healthier for you. Making your own dishes from scratch allows you...

Best Crockpot Recipes for Fall

Written on October 20, 2022. Posted in Homesteading, Raw Milk Recipes. No Comments on Best Crockpot Recipes for Fall

Fall is one of those times of the year when comfort food becomes a popular meal option. Fewer things taste better than a crockpot recipe for fall that’s simmered all day long while you’ve toiled away on the homestead. From crockpot corned beef to...

Cough Remedies You Can Make at Home

Written on October 13, 2022. Posted in Homesteading. No Comments on Cough Remedies You Can Make at Home

‘Tis the season for coughing. As the weather turns cooler across most of the U.S. and the holidays approach, people are spending more time together indoors. If you’re unfortunate enough to catch a common cold or another virus from another person,...

Tips for Raising a Jersey Cow Baby

Written on April 28, 2022. Posted in Jersey Cow. 1 Comment on Tips for Raising a Jersey Cow Baby

Raising a Jersey cow baby comes with many rewards. Topping the list is that they’re absolutely the cutest baby cows ever. Adult Jersey cattle have characteristic doe-like eyes that make you want to melt when you gaze into them. Trust me when I say...

A1 vs. A2 Milk: What’s the Difference?

Written on November 30, 2021. Posted in A2 Milk. 8 Comments on A1 vs. A2 Milk: What’s the Difference?

A2 milk does not look any different than A1 milk when placed side-by-side. To the uninitiated, one looks just as good as the other. While they may appear similar, there is a marked difference that can mean the difference between enjoying a tall glass...