Cooking with Eggs and Backyard Poultry, Geese, and Chicken Keeping with Lisa Steele

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Join me for a delightful dive into the world of backyard poultry with the charming Lisa Steele, a fifth-generation #chickenkeeper and the creative force behind Fresh #Eggs Daily. In this episode, we're exploring the rustic charm of raising chickens, ducks, and geese, and uncovering the secrets to those deliciously diverse egg colors. Lisa's roots trace back to her great-great-grandmother in Finland, weaving a rich tapestry of family tradition that spans continents and generations. With her grandparents' chicken farm a stone's throw from her childhood home, Lisa's passion for poultry is as deep-seated as it is infectious. Lisa shares her treasure trove of tips for aspiring chicken enthusiasts. From the nuances of eggshell hues to the surprising simplicity of geese, she shares insights that'll have you rethinking your next omelet. And for those curious about the pecking order, Lisa debunks the myths surrounding "cage-free" and advocates for the bliss of pasture-raised poultry. But it's not just about the birds—Lisa's culinary prowess shines as she whips up recipes that celebrate the versatility of eggs. She offers a sneak peek into her upcoming #cookbook endeavors, promising more egg-centric delights on the horizon. Venture beyond the coop with Lisa's TV show, "Welcome to My Farm," where she brings the pastoral pleasures of Maine to your screen. From strawberry patches to the art of ice fishing, Lisa's show is a heartwarming invitation to experience the simple pleasures of #countryliving Watch our chat on YouTube    • Cooking with Eggs and Backyard Chicken Kee...   Get Lisa's cookbook (affiliate link, podcast show may receive a small commission from purchases, thanks for the support): https://amzn.to/3TZyx3I For more about Lisa: Facebook (  / fresheggsdaily  ) Instagram (  / fresheggsdaily  ) Blog (https://www.fresheggsdaily.blog/)


Chapters (02:35) Lisa's Finnish heritage and family's chicken farming history (07:15) The truth about "cage-free" eggs and the benefits of pasture-raised chickens (12:50) The colorful world of eggshells and what influences yolk color (19:25) Lisa's cookbook creation process and the joy of recipe testing (26:40) The benefits of feeding chickens kitchen scraps and their omnivorous diet (34:15) Discussing the need for roosters and the contents of chicken feed (41:50) Starting your own backyard flock and the winter habits of chickens (49:30) Behind the scenes of Lisa's TV show "Welcome to My Farm" (57:4) The debate over eating raw eggs (01:05:20) The longevity of chickens, ducks, and geese as part of the family (01:12:35) Lisa's unexpected journey from Wall Street to chicken celebrity More about the podcast host: Julie Hoag, my cookbooks American Midwest #Cooking Quiches cookbook https://amzn.to/3DpQoaE One Dish, Two Diets Cookbook https://storyoriginapp.com/universalb...


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