Perfectly Seared Ribeye Steak
Perfectly Seared Ribeye Steak
Servings: 2
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8–12 minutes
Ingredients
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2 ribeye steaks, approximately 1–1½ inches thick
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2 tablespoons avocado oil
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2 tablespoons butter
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3 garlic cloves, smashed
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2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
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Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
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Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
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Add avocado oil, then carefully place the steaks in the skillet.
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Sear for 3–4 minutes per side until a beautiful brown crust forms.
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter, garlic, and rosemary. Tilt the skillet and spoon the melted butter over the steaks for 1–2 minutes.
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Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. For food safety, USDA recommends cooking whole beef steaks to at least 145°F with a 3-minute rest.
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Remove from the skillet and let rest before serving.
Farmhouse Tip: A good ribeye has beautiful marbling that adds flavor and tenderness. Let the quality of your beef shine with simple seasonings!
From Our Farmhouse Kitchen
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Southern Cast Iron
Pork Chops
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12–18 minutes
Ingredients
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4 thick-cut, bone-in pork chops (approximately 1 inch thick)
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2 tablespoons avocado oil
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 garlic cloves, smashed
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
Instructions
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Pat pork chops dry with paper towels to help create a golden-brown crust.
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In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Season both sides of the pork chops.
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Heat avocado oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
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Carefully place the pork chops in the skillet and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter, smashed garlic, and fresh herbs.
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Spoon the melted herb butter over the pork chops while they finish cooking, adjusting the cooking time according to thickness.
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Cook until the internal temperature reaches 145°F, measured with a meat thermometer in the thickest part without touching the bone.
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Remove from the skillet and rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.
Farmhouse Tip
For juicy, flavorful pork chops, avoid overcooking! A cast-iron skillet creates a beautiful crust while sealing in that delicious farmhouse flavor.
Serving Suggestion: Pair with creamy mashed potatoes, Southern green beans, and homemade biscuits for a comforting country supper.

Southern Farmhouse Favorites
Southern Green Beans
With Bacon
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
Ingredients
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2 pounds fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
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6 slices thick-cut J3 Farm and Cattle bacon, chopped
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1 medium yellow onion, diced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 tablespoon butter
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt to taste
Instructions
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In a large cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy.
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Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving approximately 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings in the pan.
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Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
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Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
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Add the fresh green beans, chicken broth, butter, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
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Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.
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Cover and simmer for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender.
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Stir the cooked bacon back into the beans. Taste and add salt if needed.
Farmhouse Tip
For that traditional Southern flavor, let your green beans simmer slowly in the savory broth. The bacon drippings add a wonderful smoky richness!
Serving Suggestion: These green beans pair beautifully with J3 Farm and Cattle pork chops, grilled ribeye steaks, or Sunday pot roast.
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