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Standing Stone Heritage Ground Pork
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Standing Stone Heritage Ground Pork (Avg Weight 1.0 lb pk)
The "Kitchen Workhorse" — Richer, Juicier, and Packed with Flavor. This is not the pale, water-added ground pork you find in the styrofoam trays at the supermarket. Sourced from our partners at North Georgia Meat Company (NGM), this ground pork comes from Heritage breed hogs. Because of superior genetics and diet, the meat is a deep rose color rather than white, and the fat is creamy and firm. It possesses a natural savory sweetness and a higher moisture content that ensures your dishes stay juicy. It is the absolute foundation for superior flavor, whether you are making breakfast sausage, Asian dumplings, or a classic Bolognese.
Why It’s a Staple: It is the ultimate flavor enhancer. While ground beef provides structure, ground pork provides moisture and richness. Mixing this 50/50 with beef for meatloaf or meatballs guarantees they will never be dry. It is also robust enough to stand on its own in spicy thai stir-frys, tacos, or homemade egg rolls.
The Specs:
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Brand: Standing Stone (in partnership with NGM)
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Cut: Ground Pork (unseasoned)
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Source: North Georgia Meat Company
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Diet/Breed: Heritage Breed Pork
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Portion Size: Avg 1.0 lb Pack
💡 The Chef’s Method: Use the fat, don't lose it.
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The Mix: If making meatballs or burgers, keep the meat cold until you mix it. This prevents the fat from smearing and keeps the texture bouncy.
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The Blend: For the "perfect" meatball, use a ratio of 1 part pork to 2 parts beef. The pork fat bastes the lean beef from the inside as it cooks.
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The Render: When browning for a sauce or taco meat, do not drain the pan immediately. That rendered liquid is pure flavor (lard). Use it to sauté your onions and garlic before adding the tomato sauce or spices.
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The Seasoning: Pork loves salt, sage, fennel, and spice (chili flakes). It handles aggressive seasoning much better than chicken or turkey.
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Target Temp: 160°F Internal. Ensure it is fully cooked, but remove from heat as soon as it hits temp to preserve moisture.
Standing Stone Heritage Ground Pork (Avg Weight 1.0 lb pk)
The "Kitchen Workhorse" — Richer, Juicier, and Packed with Flavor. This is not the pale, water-added ground pork you find in the styrofoam trays at the supermarket. Sourced from our partners at North Georgia Meat Company (NGM), this ground pork comes from Heritage breed hogs. Because of superior genetics and diet, the meat is a deep rose color rather than white, and the fat is creamy and firm. It possesses a natural savory sweetness and a higher moisture content that ensures your dishes stay juicy. It is the absolute foundation for superior flavor, whether you are making breakfast sausage, Asian dumplings, or a classic Bolognese.
Why It’s a Staple: It is the ultimate flavor enhancer. While ground beef provides structure, ground pork provides moisture and richness. Mixing this 50/50 with beef for meatloaf or meatballs guarantees they will never be dry. It is also robust enough to stand on its own in spicy thai stir-frys, tacos, or homemade egg rolls.
The Specs:
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Brand: Standing Stone (in partnership with NGM)
-
Cut: Ground Pork (unseasoned)
-
Source: North Georgia Meat Company
-
Diet/Breed: Heritage Breed Pork
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Portion Size: Avg 1.0 lb Pack
💡 The Chef’s Method: Use the fat, don't lose it.
-
The Mix: If making meatballs or burgers, keep the meat cold until you mix it. This prevents the fat from smearing and keeps the texture bouncy.
-
The Blend: For the "perfect" meatball, use a ratio of 1 part pork to 2 parts beef. The pork fat bastes the lean beef from the inside as it cooks.
-
The Render: When browning for a sauce or taco meat, do not drain the pan immediately. That rendered liquid is pure flavor (lard). Use it to sauté your onions and garlic before adding the tomato sauce or spices.
-
The Seasoning: Pork loves salt, sage, fennel, and spice (chili flakes). It handles aggressive seasoning much better than chicken or turkey.
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Target Temp: 160°F Internal. Ensure it is fully cooked, but remove from heat as soon as it hits temp to preserve moisture.