Primal Pastures

Pasture raised meat cooks a little differently than what's sold at a typical grocery store, and once you know why, it's easy to get it right every time. Here are answers to the most common questions about flavor, cooking, and getting the most out of pasture raised proteins. TL; DR Pasture raised meat is typically leaner than conventional, so it cooks faster. Bones from pastured animals make rich, nutrient-dense broth. Corn and soy free chicken tastes different from conventional chicken because of its diet.  Do I Need to Cook Pasture Raised Meat Differently Than Conventional Options? Yes. Pasture raised meat cooks a little differently than conventional: it's leaner, more flavorful, and rewards a gentler hand. Grass fed and finished steak, for example, needs just a few minutes of high heat per side.  Pull it from the fridge about 30 minutes before cooking, pat it dry, and sear it hot and fast, pulling it a few degrees early since leaner cuts cook faster. For medium-ra...

Sunday meal prep only works if you eat what you prepped. Line up bland chicken breast and wilted green beans for five days straight, and by Wednesday, you're ordering takeout instead. The fix isn't a fancier storage system; it's better protein to build the week around. This starts with knowing where your meat comes from. Nutritious chicken raised free from soy , pasture-raised beef, and grass-fed pork provide bases that hold up well to reheating. This will matter more than any seasoning blend when you're eating the same thing for four days straight. Something Lean with Corn Free Chicken If you're counting macros, keep it simple: chicken breast, rice, and steamed broccoli in equal portions, divided into containers before the week gets away from you. Fresh corn and soy free chicken will cook well without losing flavor, unlike conventional chicken. Roast the chicken to enhance its flavor. Short on time to portion five separate meals? Turn the same chicken ...

Three-day weekends are great ways for families to unwind, plan short trips, or invite extended family over for a short stay. When you have to plan meals for yourself, your family, and any visitors, you’re taking care of at least nine meals featuring various grass fed farm meats . So, how do you plan those meals? Breakfasts: Starting Strong Breakfasts are easy to make well for a big group. Adjusting the portions is fairly smooth, too. A simple way to do some math would be to count two eggs for everyone who eats eggs, two sausages, sausage links, or bacon slices per person, and homemade carbs of some kind, like pancakes or waffles. If you want to prepare something different on the second day, consider changing the protein. Steak and eggs, anyone? Or how about breakfast burritos with grass-fed and finished ground beef? Lunches: Catering to the Kids Lunch is a great place to cater to younger tastes. Grill grass fed beef burgers, hot dogs, and pasture raised chicken drumstick...

Thinking about ordering your favorite proteins and cooking staples online? If so, shopping from regenerative farms can be a great way to save time and serve your family nutrient-dense, delicious food. Here’s a look at three benefits you may not have considered. Skip the Grocery Store Streamlining your grocery shopping is a great way to save time and energy while avoiding the chaos of stores. Shopping for regeneratively raised proteins and products online means your favorites are just a few clicks away. Discover weeknight favorite cuts like pastured chicken breasts, grass-fed and finished beef top sirloin, and pasture raised pork shoulder for delicious meals in minutes. Best of all, these items are delivered fresh from the pasture to your porch, offering convenience you can’t beat. Know Where Your Food Comes From If you care where your food comes from, shopping at online regenerative farms is a great way to bring transparency to your table. Many regenerative farms offer...

From recipe boxes filled to the brim to cobbled-together cookbooks, every family has a collection of handwritten recipes. Connecting families across generations, these small yet mighty mementos are passed from hand to hand and from kitchen to kitchen, transporting the smells, tastes, and nourishment of family favorite recipes.  When it comes to preserving memories and keeping meaningful, nutritious dishes on the kitchen table, starting your own collection of handwritten recipes is a great way to do it! With pen, paper, and a few high-quality, nourishing ingredients, you can create your own living cookbook to enjoy and pass down when the time is right. Step 1: Brainstorm Recipes Start this project by thinking about a few of your favorite dishes. Those meals that melt in your mouth, transport you to Grandma’s house just by their fragrances, or have the power to bring family together from far and wide. Step 2: Find the Tools With a few meals in mind, it's time to start the preser...

Moving into a new home is exciting. You have the opportunity to make adaptations to your life with fresh home décor, upgrade projects, renovations, and even lifestyle changes. After all, your new kitchen may inspire you to craft new meals and prioritize healthier foods, especially if you’ve been struggling to come up with meal ideas during the moving process.  Now that you’re in your new kitchen, one thing you might change is the kinds of poultry and meat you prepare for yourself and your family. Grass-fed and pasture-raised options will introduce new recipes to the kitchen, enhancing nutrition and enjoyment during meals.  Pasture-Raised Chicken Breast Chicken breast is a classic protein option for people who prioritize healthier meals. It’s low in saturated fats, high in protein, and incredibly versatile. Getting your pastured chicken online from a reputable, regenerative farm can also help you get better flavor and nutrients from your chicken breast, so that every health...

A bite in the air invites slow days at home, and if you’re staying in more, you may be looking for heartier, more comforting meals for gathering around the kitchen table. With a few key ingredients, such as ultra-nourishing pasture raised meats and pantry staples, you can serve nutritious and delicious meals to keep you warm and full all winter long.  Low and Slow Pot Roast Nothing warms up a kitchen (and tummies) like a classic pot roast. Flavorful, juicy, and melt-in-your-mouth tender, this dish is like enjoying Christmas dinner all over again. For enhanced taste and nutrition, opt for pasture raised beef chuck roast. The “chuck,” or shoulder, is ideal for slow cooking, drawing out its rich flavor and marbling in every bite. For even more delicious payoff come meal time, try browning your roast in a skillet first. This simple process perfectly sears your meat, adding a caramelized crust for unparalleled flavor. One Pan Casserole Quick, easy to assemble, and delicious, a we...

From hosting to holidays, fall is a busy time in your kitchen. As the new season begins, fresh flavors, seasonal produce, and clean meats make the perfect additions to your early autumn gatherings. Here are three recipes to bring fall flavors to your favorite events. Game Day Ready Combos Cheer on your favorite team with these crowd-pleasing appetizers: a classic combo of wings and fries. Turn up the flavor notch using high-quality 100% pastured chicken for a richer taste. Opt for a pack of unseasoned chicken wings to create a unique marinade customized to your tastes. Then sub in sweet potato fries for a seasonal swap guests will love munching on. Be sure to fry them in pure organic grass fed beef tallow for a savory, crispy exterior and fluffy interior. All Hallows Eve Meatballs For a scary good twist on a family favorite dinner, turn meatballs into a vibrant, harvest-inspired tasty meal for kids and adults. For a healthier option, use ground chicken or an organ meat ...

Loved for its flavor and versatility, chicken is a staple in many kitchens. From crispy and crunchy to tender and juicy, this tasty poultry works well in almost any recipe. Before you try a new dish (or perfect a favorite), here are four techniques to dish up mouthwatering, flavorful chicken every time. Start with Pastured Chicken Before you tie your apron, the type of chicken you bring to the kitchen table is just as important as how you cook it. For optimal nutrition, choose 100% pastured poultry. This nutritious chicken raised free from soy , corn, vaccines, antibiotics, and other drugs has a cleaner, more nutrient-dense profile than conventionally farmed chicken. Save Time with Spatchcocking Comforting and flavorful, oven-roasted chicken is a must-have in any season. But when cooking a whole bird, overcooked, dry meat often battles with undercooked areas, not to mention the dreaded soggy skin. This is where spatchcocking comes to the rescue. This foolproof technique ...

Whether you’re hosting a large family gathering or an intimate get-together, enjoy the hearty, earthy, and warm fall flavors with these farm-to-table appetizers. From farmers market finds to clean meats and products found online, create your own from-scratch flavors for all your upcoming events. Here are four autumn-inspired bite-sized offerings to get your gatherings going.  Small Bites, Big Flavor For a cozy and warm bite full of fall flavors, this juicy and tender apple and chicken mini meatball recipe combines the sweetness of crisp apples and spices like ground cinnamon and fresh thyme with the rich, clean taste of corn and soy free chicken . To shape your meatballs into bite-sized portions, use easily moldable ground chicken. Then, coat your meatballs in an apple butter glaze before baking. Serve with a side of cranberry sauce and bamboo toothpicks for easy serving. Powerful Pâté For an easy superfood boost, don’t sleep on chicken livers from pastured chicken...

Thanks to your local deli aisles or online shopping, you’ve likely come across a “pasture raised” label on chicken. But what does this label really mean, and is it worth purchasing pasture raised chicken? Navigating available choices to nourish your family with wholesome meats can be overwhelming. Whether you prioritize your family’s health or care about where your chicken comes from (or both), here’s how to cut through the marketing fluff to find truly pasture raised chicken.  What Is Pasture Raised Chicken? Pasture-raised chicken aligns with regenerative farming practices. Regenerative agriculture works with nature rather than against it, using animals to restore and enhance environmental health while they’re being raised for food. In simple terms, farming benefits the land, animals, and your taste buds. Regenerative methods repair damaged landscapes and produce more nutrient-rich, flavorful meat that you can enjoy without hesitation.  What Does Pasture Rais...

It’s easy to understand why fried chicken is a classic comfort food. With a side of steamed veggies and tangy coleslaw, this dish is the perfect weeknight dinner. When served with fluffy waffles and genuine maple syrup, fried chicken becomes a mouthwatering brunch staple. After all, chicken is a nutritious form of lean protein that pairs well with plenty of flavors and is relatively easy to prepare. Here are three tips that can help you prepare chicken that’s crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Fry in High-Quality Oils While you might think that your signature blend of spices and seasonings gives your chicken its mouthwatering taste, the oil you use also does plenty of heavy lifting in the flavor department. Choosing the right frying oil makes all the difference when preparing flavorful, crispy fried chicken and can also make this classic comfort meal healthier. Organic grass fed beef tallow is a great option for frying chicken. This cooking oil has a hi...

During spring, the whole world seems to have a little extra pep in its step. If you’re eager to make the most of this energetic season, start by fueling your body with delicious, energizing meals. Chicken is a lean protein with a mild flavor profile, making it the perfect staple for simple, wholesome spring meals. Here’s how to choose the perfect poultry and two refreshing dishes are fantastic for spring. Choosing Your Chicken When finding the perfect chicken for your next delicious dish, consider two things: the quality of the meat and the cut. Quality If you are what you eat, then you’re also what your food eats, so be sure to avoid chicken raised on corn and soy feed. Instead, choose pastured chicken raised in mobile coops on a wholesome, natural diet of grass and bugs. Chickens raised in mobile coops not only enjoy richer, happier lives, but this regenerative farming practice also results in more flavorful, nutrient-dense meat. Cut While chicken pairs well with nearly any ...

Every great chef or baker has a few simple tricks up their sleeve. You may have heard that adding an extra egg can make a boxed cake mix taste professional or that patting your meat dry before searing it can help you create a rich, flavorful sauce.  Taking your homemade meals from lackluster to lovely is simple with the right tips, tricks, and practice. Here are four simple tips to guide you on your culinary journey and elevate your homemade meals. Sharpen Your Knife Skills Knife etiquette and chopping techniques are the first things that any chef learns. This foundational set of skills is important for kitchen safety and elevates meals. Understanding how to dice, julienne, or rough chop fresh vegetables and herbs enhances the flavor and improves the presentation of your meals. Properly slicing delicate herbs, such as basil, can prevent them from becoming bruised and releases robust, aromatic flavors. Neatly julienning bell peppers can help them cook evenly and keeps your kitch...

Taste and smell are potent senses. Does the scent of honeysuckle transport you to your childhood home? Does the taste of apple cider make you long for clear autumn evenings? If so, you know how powerful the right flavors and scents can be. With the right flavors, you can do more than simply make a great meal—you can take yourself and your loved ones on a journey. If you want to get creative in the kitchen and make your favorite flavors pop, chicken is your new best friend. This lean, easy-to-cook protein is the perfect ingredient for countless flavor profiles. Get ready for a journey with three flavor combinations that pair perfectly with chicken. First Things First: Choose Your Chicken For nutritious and ethical protein, choose pasture-raised chicken fed a natural, antibiotic-free diet. Once you’ve found a reliable source for corn and soy free chicken , you’re ready to start cooking! Corn And Soy Free Chicken Rosemary and Garlic The first bite of tender, juicy chicken s...