Lesa ReidJan 14, 2021Recipe BoxKeep It SimpleThis little stainless steel whisk is one of my newest favorite things. I bought it a couple of months ago when I decided that I wanted to...
Lesa ReidJun 25, 2020Recipe BoxA Favorite Bread With My Favorite FlourThis is how my bread dough likes to rise on a sunny summer day. I put it in my favorite glass bowl, cover it with saran wrap, and set it...
Lesa ReidJun 5, 2020Recipe BoxOld Fashioned Banana PuddingA bit of old fashioned goodness. Banana pudding!
Lesa ReidMay 27, 2020All About DextersBuilding a Sustainable Business PlanSo, what is a registered Dexter worth? How much will a Dexter heifer cost? How can I, as a Dexter owner myself, set my own selling...
Lesa ReidMay 26, 2020All About DextersDexters and How They LookOne of my favorite things about Dexters is the natural variety in the breed. Here are some facts about types of Dexters: Dexters come in...
Lesa ReidMay 26, 2020All About DextersWonderful Dexter MilkDexters can be excellent family milk cows! Here's why most Dexter owners think their milk cows are so special: Their small size makes...
Lesa ReidMay 26, 2020All About DextersThe History of Dexter CattleDexter cattle originated in the early 1800’s from small herds of native cattle found in the Kerry region of southwest Ireland. Perhaps...
Lesa ReidMar 18, 2019PonderingsThe Show Scene Starts HereAt Kirkhaven Farm, we consider it an honor and privilege to compete or exhibit our Dexters at local, regional, and national venues. We...
Lesa ReidFeb 27, 2019PonderingsDelbert's JourneyDexters are mystical creatures. They have teleportation super powers. They steal hearts without anyone seeing. And they somehow make you...
Lesa ReidFeb 23, 2019PonderingsOld TreasuresI love vintage things. Heirlooms. Heritage treasures. Handmade pieces. Up-cycled items. My home (a “vintage” log cabin itself) is full...
Lesa ReidFeb 20, 2019Recipe BoxA Side of Kirkhaven Farm Dexter Beef: The BasicsWhen we chat with clients about Kirkhaven Farm Dexter Beef, we typically encounter similar questions from each client. Here's a...
Lesa ReidFeb 20, 2019Recipe BoxPepper Encrusted Dexter Petite Tenders Recipe designer: Lesa Reid Name of beef cut: Petite Tenders Primal section of origin: Chuck Gear: Cast iron skillet Crock pot...
Lesa ReidJan 23, 2015PonderingsBottle Baby Bitsie And Other BlessingsWe don’t bottle feed our Dexter babies. They are raised by their mamas on the rolling hills of our East Tennessee farm . . . enjoying...
Lesa ReidJan 17, 2015PonderingsConversing With CattleAdorable little red Bitsie placidly chewing her cud. Sleepy Beauty, dreamy in a hay pile. Kirkhaven My Cabernet patrolling the heifer...
Lesa ReidJan 10, 2015PonderingsMilking MooThere’s something special about milking Moo each morning. Naturally, we love the rich, creamy milk she gives. And we enjoy all the...