Primal Pastures

Beef shanks rarely make it onto a weeknight menu, but this cut deserves just as much attention as its grass fed steak counterparts. It's not a cut for a quick sear, but with a little TLC and time, it becomes one of the richest meals to bring to your kitchen table.  Here's a bit about grass fed and finished beef shanks and a few ways to put this cut to work. What Are Beef Shanks, and Why It’s Worth the Wait Beef shanks come from the cow's leg. It’s a hardworking muscle that's naturally lean yet packed with connective tissue, with a marrow-filled bone running through the center, making this cut a slow-cooking treasure.  This cut may be harder to track down at a conventional grocery store, but sourcing grass fed and finished beef online means the deeper, richer flavor is only a few clicks away. Plus, a cast-iron pot, a splash of wine or broth, and a low oven for a few hours are all it takes to bring mouthwatering flavor to the table.  Osso Buco Turns Beef Shanks Into a C...

You can choose from several methods to find top-quality steaks for enjoying at home. You can visit a butcher counter, wait for a farmers market weekend, or order grass fed beef online . A delivery from a company rooted in regenerative and ethical farming practices is often a good bet. You already know what you’re getting: better flavor and a stronger nutrient profile. But where do you store it, at what temperature, and what do you do when it’s time to plate your steak? Temperature and Storage in the Fridge The fridge is the best place for any meat you’re cooking within a few days of delivery. Uncooked, defrosted steak generally keeps well in the refrigerator for three to four days, as long as the fridge stays at or below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. A refrigerator thermometer is a small, worthwhile investment, since even a few degrees of drift can shorten this window. If dinner is still a week or more away, the freezer is the better storage option. Let's Talk Frozen Steaks If you are fre...

Everyone loves a good steak, but if you buy grass fed beef online or in-store, you might be curious about what else you can do with this delicious, nourishing protein. From nutrient-dense beef tallow to pastured beef bone broth, here are four products you may be missing out on. Beef Tallow A traditional cooking fat, beef tallow is a multipurpose kitchen hero. Grass-fed and finished beef tallow, specifically, has a nutritional profile with multiple good-for-you fatty acids, like stearic acid, and fewer omega-6s, making it a cleaner, more balanced alternative to industrialized seed oils like vegetable oil. It’s the perfect flavor complement to grass fed steak or for high-heat cooking, like frying, baking, and sautéing. Beef Bone Broth Made from grass fed farm beef bones, broth is an excellent source of nutrition and rich flavor. With higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants like vitamin E, and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), beef bone broth promotes good gut h...

Take mealtime outdoors on National Picnic Day, celebrated on April 23! With a few make-ahead meals featuring nutrient-dense pastured proteins, you can enjoy the warmer weather and fill up on nourishing, delicious bites. Bring the kids, bring the blankets, and pack these three picnic-perfect dishes.  Go the Classic Route with Fried Chicken Craving a full feast with fried chicken as the centerpiece? Try this crispy, crunchy, mouthwatering pasture raised chicken and grass fed beef tallow recipe. Beef tallow’s high smoke point is ideal for frying and key to a juicy bird and golden brown skin.  Start with a whole nutrient rich chicken free of corn and soy or use individual cuts like legs, thighs, wings, and breasts. Next, whip up a buttermilk brine to marinate the chicken for a few hours. After brining, remove the chicken from the buttermilk and shake off any excess before dredging in a flour-and-spice mixture. Melt your beef tallow in a large pot or deep fryer, and drop th...

Driving through the fast food line is tempting, but what if you could create delicious and nutritious bites with just a few high-quality ingredients? This is where pasture-raised meats come in. These protein options raise the wholesome standard, offering better-for-you nutrients and vitamins because enjoying your favorite foods doesn’t mean sacrificing quality. Here are two ways to elevate your favorite comfort dishes so indulgence becomes truly nourishing.  Nutrient-Dense Nachos Raise your spatula if you think traditional nachos are just a bag of chips and a suspiciously neon yellow cheese sauce. No judgment here. But swapping in wholesome ingredients like tortilla chips cooked in beef tallow (not industrialized seed oils), 100% grass fed and finished beef, and farm-sourced seasonal produce can turn this nutrient-bare appetizer into a bursting-with-flavor and good-for-you meal. Cooking Tips: ● Wondering which steak to choose? Pastured beef ribeye offers juicy, tende...

In your eyes, a clean meal features nutritious foods, flavorful ingredients, and farming practices that align with your values. During the holiday season, it can feel like traditional meals don’t always meet these standards. Yet, you can create beautiful, clean meals in the comfort of your home with grass fed farm meats and poultry, delicious fruits and vegetables, and nutrient-dense whole grains, because when you have a clean plate, you’ll want to clean your plate. Choose Your Main Dish for Holiday Meals Think of the meal you want to make for your friends and family, and choose the main dish, whether it’s grass fed steak , a crisp and juicy turkey, or maybe some nutritious fish for a pescatarian family. The coming season includes many holidays, events, and meals, and you’re free to explore foods outside the standard bounds of traditional dinners. Once you plan your meal, start gathering your ingredients. Source Your Meats and Poultry From Regenerative Farms If you want...