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Bringing Your Bulk Beef Home: Freezer Space Guide
Purchasing beef in bulk, directly from ranchers like us, is called bulk beef or beef shares. Simply put, you get enough meat to fill your
Exploring the Versatility of Oxtail
Oxtail is a flavorful cut of meat that has been a staple in hearty, home-cooked meals for generations. Known for its rich flavor and tender
Christensen Ranch Donates to CSU Rams Against Hunger
Christensen Ranch Makes Largest Ever Donation of Over 1,000lbs of Beef to the Colorado State University Rams Against Hunger Food Pantry to Alleviate Food Insecurity
The Art of Braising Beef Shanks
Beef shanks, often overlooked, have the potential to transform into a masterpiece of flavor and tenderness when given the right treatment. Understanding Beef Shanks
Bavette Steak
The Bavette Steak stands our for its unique flavor profile, tenderness, and versatility. Often overshadowed by more well-known steaks like the Rib Eye and NY
Christensen Ranch Attending the 2023 Farm Credit Fly-In in Washington DC
We’re excited to announce that we’ve been selected by Premier Farm Credit to attend the 2023 Farm Credit Fly-In in Washington DC this November!
How Much Freezer Space do You Need for a Quarter Beef?
Wondering how much freezer space you’ll need for your 1/4 cow? You’re not alone! If you’re considering investing in a quarter beef, you’re making a
How Much Freezer Space Do You Need for Half a Beef?
Ready to purchase a side of beef but not sure how much freezer space you’ll need for a 1/2 cow? We’ve got you covered! Purchasing
Discover the Denver Steak
Although relatively unknown compared to popular cuts like rib eye or filet mignon, the beef chuck Denver steak offers a unique combination of flavor, tenderness,
Tri Tip Steak
Tri tip steak (and roast) is a triangular-shaped cut of beef that comes from the bottom sirloin primal cut and is known for its rich
Christensen Ranch Supports ‘Take a Kid Fishing Days’
We love giving back to our community and we are proud to be one of the many local sponsors of the 25th Annual Take a
Christensen Ranch Featured at PARC Aspen in Aspen, CO
From Pasture to Plate in Aspen, Colorado We’re excited to share that our beef is featured at PARC Aspen, the newest locally sourced farm to
Make it Tonight – Cooking Your New Cuts of Beef
Cooking Your New Cuts of Beef Did you receive Christensen Ranch beef for Christmas this year and aren’t sure how to cook it to perfection,
Ring in the New Year with Brunch Ideas
Terrific, tasty, and easy brunch ideas for the New Year It’s not too early to plan your New Year’s Day brunch celebrations and we’re here
Make it Tonight – Tenderloin & Ribs
Make it Tonight Options Hungry for a steak? Our Tenderloin & Ribs collection has both tenderloin and rib eye steaks that will have dinner on
The Crops That Give Christensen Ranch Beef Its Signature Flavor
We’ve just finished planting season on the ranch; we’re a little behind where we normally are because we’re on Mother Nature’s schedule and she always
Spring is Calving Season on the Ranch
Springtime on the ranch means that we spend a fair amount of time on social media talking about calving and showing pictures of adorable baby
Eric Interviewed by Lorrie Boyer of Simple Farms
Eric joined Lorrie Boyer with Simple Farms for their Customer Perspective December Podcast episode to share some history about our fourth-generation ranch as well as
Christensen Ranch Beef Featured at Slope Room in Vail
Christensen Ranch Beef Featured on Menu at Slope Room in Vail Big News! Our beef will be featured on the menu at Slope Room located in Gravity Haus Vail.
Christensen Ranch Awarded 22nd Grid Master Award
The Red Angus Association of America announced Christensen Bros., Inc. is one of six cattle firms in the Naturally Fed Division to earn the prestigious
Lulu’s Brew & Que
Christensen Ranch Beef Featured in Officially Sanctioned Steak BBQ Competition at Lulu’s Brew & Que We’re excited to announce that our naturally raised, naturally delicious
Dry Aged Beef
There are two ways beef is aged before it makes its way onto your plate: wet aging and dry aging. Wet aging is done by
Single Source Beef: Transparency from Pasture to Plate
Did you know that the average pound of ground beef you buy at the grocery store can contain beef from multiple cattle? We believe in
Christensen Ranch Beef Featured in American Red Angus Magazine
September 2011 A Natural Focus By Myron Edelman, RAAA Director of Value Added Programs The progressive evolution of the Christensen Bros. ranch has been the driver behind the
The Fat Truth: Not all Fats are Created Equal
There have been a number of studies touting the health benefits or warnings of fatty foods. While it’s important to eat a balanced diet that includes fat,