Raw & Natural

Prairies Edge Raw Milk Dairy

Located 10 mins west of Willmar MN

The Easiest Cheese You Can Make

Farmer’s cheese is a fresh, unripened cheese that is made from cow’s milk. It has a mild flavor and a crumbly texture. Here is a simple, step-by-step method for the making of raw milk farmers cheese: Ingredients: 1 gallon of raw milk 1/2 cup of lemon juice or vinegar 1/2 teaspoon of salt Equipment: A

Real Dairy: The Benefits of Raw Milk, Raw Milk Butter, and Unpasteurized Cheese

Let’s talk about the benefits of raw milk, raw milk butter, and unpasteurized cheese. Raw milk (or real milk) is milk that hasn’t been heated to kill any bacteria. This means it has all the good stuff that pasteurized milk doesn’t, like probiotics, enzymes, and vitamins. Probiotics are good bacteria that help your gut health.

The Benefits of Choosing Farm-Fresh, Organically-Fed, Soy-Free Eggs

Farm-fresh, organically-fed, soy-free eggs have become increasingly popular in recent years as consumers become more concerned about the quality, safety, and environmental impact of conventionally produced eggs. This article outlines the advantages of farm-fresh, organically-fed, soy-free eggs over conventionally produced eggs. It highlights that organically-fed chickens are not exposed to harmful toxins, which results in

Is Raising Your Own Hog for Pork Worth It?

Raising your own hog for pork can be a rewarding experience. Not only does it provide a sense of satisfaction, but it also ensures that the meat is raised in a humane and sustainable manner. However, before making the decision to raise a pig, it’s important to consider whether it’s worth the time, effort, and

Prairies Edge Raw Milk Dairy’s Intention to Make Whey Protein Powder: A Sustainable Promise

DISCLAIMER: Whey protien powder is not something we can legally sell, currently.  We may, however, be able to offer the making of it (as a custom service) to herdshare owners.  We are working on writing a herdshare agreement for those interested in participating.  This would be similar to a CSA arragement. Hey there! We have

Winter Udder Salve

A winter udder salve has become one of our farm’s weapons when combating frostbite on the teats of our milking herd.  Frostbite prevention is easier than you think.  It easier than dealing with the effects of frostbite… that’s for sure. We created this winter udder salve after trying other treatment/medicinal salves.  This homemade winter udder

Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe

Our mothers and grandmothers knew how simple this wonderful dessert topping was to make… many of us have never made it. 3 simple ingredients is all you need for a delicious whipped delight. I added a few options to make flavored whipped cream.  Why not live a little and spice it up a bit. I haven’t