Thanks To Kelli & Twin Cities Live For Stopping By!
Melissa and Billy talk a little about what they sell, why they sell it and, of course, a little Hagberg’s history. Take a few minutes and catch up on some delicious local history. “I re…
Attention Bacon Connoisseurs And Those Who Wish To Be.
Our bacon always has the featured spot in the meat case – and for good reason – it’s one of the most popular items we sell! From the traditional smoky flavors to more exotic combos, we’re always sm…
The Reason We Changed Chicken Producers Is Chilling.
The question isn’t why the chicken crossed the road; it’s why we crossed the road to a better chicken producer. You might remember that a couple of months ago, we announced our switch to a new chic…
Billy’s Tips For Preparing A Delicious Chuck Roast.
A beef chuck roast is a cut from the exercised shoulder area of the cow. A beef chuck roast is a beautiful cut of meat with superb marbling but take care when cooking because it can be tough if not…
Our 12 Meats Of The Holidays.
Have you placed your holiday season meat orders? From formal dinners to casual parties, it’s the season for getting together with friends and families, and the centerpiece of any holiday celebratio…
We’re Spreading Our Wings With A New Chicken Producer.
If you know us, you know that at Hagberg’s, we don’t rest on our rump roast (so to speak). We’re always looking for fresh ideas and new sources that support our goal of providing fresh, local, deli…
Not All Turkeys Are Of The Same Feather.
Don’t chance the biggest meals of the year on a typical frozen grocery store bird. Our turkeys are fresh and local from Ferndale Market, located in Cannon Falls, Minnesota. And fresh really matters…
Our Take On Reverse Searing.
Have you ever tried to count all the different cuts of beef in Hagberg’s meat case? Neither have we. There are a lot of them. And, like our cuts, there are almost as many methods to prepare them – …
When Is Done Done?
The “doneness” of beef truly comes down to personal preference, but it’s essential to know when done is done before you fire up the grill. Remember to use a meat thermometer because you can’t rely …
Our Jerry’s Fingers Rock!
Once in a while, you get shown the light, in the strangest of places if you look at it right. And you can always find a little delicious inspiration in the Hagberg’s meat case – right next to Jerry…
Internal Meat Temperature Chart
Avoid overcooking and undercooking disasters! Admit it. You’ve been there. Overcook it, and it’s dry. Undercook it, and it’s potentially not safe to eat. And simply hacking into a good piece of mea…
The Most Essential Tool In Your Kitchen Is A Meat Thermometer.
Take the guesswork out of cooking. You just spent a few (or several) dollars on a nice cut of meat from Hagberg’s amazing meat case. You really want to impress your guests or, at the very least, pr…
Hagberg’s Phil’s Bombs
Inspired by the legendary bass player, Phil Lesh, these bombs will strike a massive chord and get your taste buds thumping. Phil’s Bombs are jumbo mushrooms stuffed with Hagberg’s own Chorizo Verde…
Marinated Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
Why should the breasts have all the fun?! Sure, chicken breasts are one of the most versatile proteins out there, but folks often overlook the delicious merits of the thighs – especially when prepp…
Butternut Squash Soup
The ingredients are straightforward, but there is definitely some magic happening in the kitchen. This savory seasonal soup (say that three times fast) is one of the most asked-for soups we make. H…
Hagberg’s Broccoli Salad
Sure, we’re the “Meat Place,” but we want you to eat your vegetables, too. But we don’t just want you to eat your veggies. We want you to REALLY enjoy eating your veggies. And believe me; you’ll lo…
What Is Beef Tallow?
Tallow is rendered fat from beef. Tallow consists of mostly saturated and monounsaturated fat. As a replacement for conventional cooking oil, tallow holds many advantages in cooking processes and o…
Spanish-Style White Bean & Chorizo Soup
The name of this soup sort of says it all. But in case you’re wondering, in addition to the butter beans, great northern beans, and Hagberg’s Mexican Chorizo, this protein-packed recipe also includ…
Aunt Nettie’s Beans
Black beans, butter beans, kidney, and navy beans sweetened with a bit of brown sugar and baked with freshly ground Hagberg’s burger and Hagberg’s smoky bacon.
Hagberg’s Own Cousin Vinny
Our Cousin Vinny is a Hagberg’s original developed around the authentic Joe Tucci Italian sausage recipe from the old neighborhood in East St. Paul. It starts with an expertly trimmed beef tenderlo…
Dressing Stuffed Pork Chop
From our meat case to your oven, this customer favorite makes for an easy-to-prepare meal that will taste like you spent all day in the kitchen! Our Dressing Stuffed Pork Chops start with expertly …
Homemade Fair Favorites!
The Minnesota State Fair starts this week! In honor of this favorite annual “eating fest,” we’re sharing a few fair classics that you can make at home without the lines, the parki…
Super Simple Summer Salsa
Zesty Watermelon Salsa Summer is the season for all of the senses! Along with the aromas of grilling meat wafting through our evening air, the season brings a bounty of bold, beautiful, and delicio…
Preparing A Perfect Picanha
We received this excellent method for preparing picanha in a Big Green Egg and finishing on a flat top from one of our favorite customers (Thanks Todd!). And you can see by the picture it worked ou…
Don’t wait ‘til the fireworks for ooohs and aaahs this Fourth.
Don’t wait ‘til the fireworks for ooohs and aaahs this Fourth. Grilling burgers on Independence Day is as American as apple pie. (By the way, we sell awesome homemade apple pie, too). Pretty much e…
You Betcha, It’s Time To Get Your Minnesota Turkey Ordered.
Uff-Da U-Betcha Dontcha-know Minnesota Turkeys Are Better. Don’t chance it with a typical grocery-store bird on the big day. Order your fresh Minnesota turkey from Hagbeg’s. We’re taking orders for…
Keep Them Sharp, Clean, And Treat Them With A Little TLC.
You may not be a professional meat cutter, but maintaining a good quality knife is essential for many reasons. Anyone who uses knives over an extended period knows the frustration of trying to use …
Our Sourcing Search Always Bring Us Back To Our Own Backyard.
At Hagberg’s we never stop searching for the best sources of meats, produce, dairy, and groceries. Fortunately, we don’t have to look far. Our business takes pride in sourcing from loca…
Fair Foods At Home!
Newsflash! The Minnesota State Fair has been canceled due to you-know-what! Okay, we know, it’s not new news, but as the date of the annual food fest draws nearer, were here to remind you, yo…
A Message From The Man Behind The Mask
Once in a while, you can get shown the light in the strangest of places if you look at it right. – Grateful Dead There is no doubt. These are strange times. As we are all working to navigate this e…
Sandwich Time Machine
Okay, stop me if you heard this one – a hungry leading lady walked into a restaurant… The actress was Annette Seelos, the year on your time-machine dial is 1914, and the place was New York.
Only Prime-Grade Local Beef And Certified Duroc Pork – Other Meats Don’t Cut It (Or Get Cut) At Hagberg’s.
We’ve always put a premium on providing only the highest quality meats to our customers. These days, you can’t open a newspaper or watch a newscast without hearing about large meat proc…
Get Your Gas Grill Ready For Grilling Season
We know, some of you hearty die-hards don’t let winter keep you from getting your grill on, but for most, it’s finally time to uncover the grill and get cooking! Okay, we know it’…
Preparing A Perfect Picanha At Home
We received this excellent method for preparing picanha in a Big Green Egg and finishing on a flat top from one of our favorite customers (Thanks Todd!). And you can see by the picture it worked ou…
How To Reheat
We get this question a LOT. If it’s already been cooked once, it’s probably okay to eat it cold, but who wants a cold dinner, especially this time of year. The truth is, reheating is not rocket sci…
Are You A First-Time Smoker?
Are you still wondering what to cook in that smoker you got for Christmas? In our opinion, a great cut of meat to start with is a Boston butt, or bone-in pork shoulder.
