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There is an unique rhythm to life in being a dairy farmer. Jon Bansen, a third generation farmer, owes his way of life to his grandfather who began the family tradition.<\/p>\n

Check out recipes from the show: Danish Soup;<\/a> Gourmet Mac & Cheese<\/a><\/p>\n

This one was so much fun to do. I mean, who doesn\u2019t love cows? Okay, maybe somebody out there. But I think you\u2019ll like Jon Bansen\u2019s cows. They\u2019re jersey cows<\/a>. The brown ones. No black and white ones here. You see, he\u2019s a 3rd generation dairyman and his dad and grandfather always had jerseys. I found them to be very sweet and curious.<\/p>\n

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I found out a lot about cows and raising them on an organic farm. Jon feeds them primarily grass. Cows are ruminants. They are one of only a handful of animals whose digestive system is built around eating grass. And the time of year also affects the type of milk they produce. In the Spring the grass has a higher natural sugar content, resulting in a sweeter tasting milk.<\/p>\n

Did you know if you crouched down low as a cow approached you, it will make them stop and begin fidgeting in a nervous way? That\u2019s what happened when I was getting a low shot of them coming up the path to the milking parlor. Shortly after I stood up, they would begin their ritual again. But as soon as I dropped low, they stopped. Jon said it\u2019s because they thought I might be a wolf. Wow, cow psychology.<\/p>\n

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Jon Bansen\u2019s Milking Parlor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

There was so much to learn about Jon Bansen and his Double J Jerseys, that I decided to break it down into 2 parts (a first!). Part 1 is about The Family Tradition, and Part 2 goes into his philosophy and practice as an Organic Farmer.<\/p>\n

Being around all those cows and milk, I thought it would be fun to share a favorite comfy food: mac \u2018n cheese. Ever make it from scratch? Ever think about adding other yummy stuff to it? Well, Chef Jacques does both in Making Gourmet Mac and Cheese<\/a>. And, be sure and try the Bansen tried and true recipe: Danish Soup<\/a>. It\u2019s one of their favorites.<\/p>\n

Most of the videos featured on Cooking Up a Story<\/a><\/strong> were produced, filmed, and edited by Rebecca Gerendasy<\/a>. Fred Gerendasy<\/a> contributed as a writer to many of the posts and occasionally as the interviewer. Visit Rebecca Gerendasy Clay \u2013 Art<\/a> and Fred Gerendasy Photography<\/a> to see their current work.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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