WHY BISON?

TASTE - Bison tastes great! Most people interviewed feel that bison is the most flavoured meat they have ever tasted. It has a sweeter and richer flavour than beef and is naturally tender, thus can be prepared in much the same way as beef.

VALUE - Bison falls into the gourmet section of speciality meat. The value of bison is not what you pay, but what you get in return. Nutritionally you are getting more protein and nutrients with fewer calories and less fat. Bison is a dense meat that tends to satisfy you more whilst eating less.

HEALTH - Bison are handled as little as possible. They spend their lives on grass, much as they have done for hundreds of years. They are not subjected to questionable drugs, chemicals or hormones.

STORING - It is useful to note that fresh bison will keep for longer in your refrigerator than other meats because of the low fat content.

BISON - is the ideal meat for the health conscious and conservation minded consumer. It has often been called the 'original health food'. Bison meat is significantly higher in protein, yet lower in fat, cholesterol and calories than other meats (including poultry and fish) With less calories per ounce, you can see why bison is accepted as a diet food.

COOKING TIPS -  Bison may be used with any of your favorite beef recipes if you remember a few basic tips.

Lower Temperature

Because there is minimal fat content, high temperatures are not needed and only serve to dry and scorch the meat. Beware - DO NOT overcook. When grilling or frying baste well.

Grilling

When grilling bison steaks, move your grill pan a notch lower than normal. Check your meat a few moments sooner than usual and baste well. Turn sooner than usual.

Roasting

If you normally roast your beef at 325°F/165°C turn the oven down to 275°F/140°C for bison. It will take the same time as a comparable beef roast. A beef thermometer is useful to indicate the internal temperature

Burgers

Bison burgers will cook faster than beef burgers as they are much leaner than beef. Brush with oil or sauce to prevent drying. There is virtually no shrinkage with bison.

Minced Bison

Minced bison is leaner than beef but there is no need to add fat to keep it from sticking.