Primal Pastures

Even a favorite recipe can start to feel routine after the tenth time on the table. The good news is that a more interesting meal rarely requires a total overhaul of what you and your family enjoy. Small changes, like using nutrient rich chicken free of corn and soy instead of generic store-bought chicken, can turn a familiar dinner into something worth looking forward to again. TL; DR A different cut of meat can make a familiar dinner feel new again. Swapping the usual cooking oil changes the flavor of an entire dish. Getting family involved turns dinner prep into part of the meal itself. 1. Change the Recipe Before adding anything new to your list, look at the recipe itself. The same chicken that usually gets grilled can become something entirely new with a different marinade. Changing the flavor changes the meal, even when the protein stays the same. 2. Reach for a Different Cut of Meat Sometimes the easiest way to make dinner more interesting is to swap what goes in the pan befor...

Good inputs make good outputs, and nowhere is that more obvious than in a chicken's diet. Pasture raised doesn't always mean what shoppers assume, since outdoor access is only half the story.  The real difference between a bird raised on a clean, corn- and soy-free diet and a conventional one comes down to what goes into their feed and what makes it to your kitchen table. TL; DR Corn and soy dominate conventional chicken feed because they're cheap and fast-growing. Switching to a proprietary, corn- and soy-free feed blend changes the fat and nutrient profile of the meat. Independent lab testing found that corn- and soy-free chicken was more nutritious than typical store-bought options. Life on Open Pasture Looks Nothing Like a Conventional Coop A pasture raised bird spends its days outdoors, foraging across open ground for bugs, worms, and greens, a sharp contrast to a conventional operation, where birds are typically packed into a barn with limited outdoor access. No Short...

The grill is glowing, the sun refuses to set, and the backyard has become your home’s go-to spot this summer. When slow afternoons call for slow-cooked meals shared around the patio table, smoking pastured, grass fed meats are the way to go. This technique infuses bold flavors and pull-apart textures for tender, mouthwatering bites you can’t get enough of. What Is Smoked Meat? Hot smoking meat is the culinary art of exposing meat to smoke from burning wood at a low temperature over several hours. This low-and-slow magic tenderizes tough cuts by breaking down connective tissues while leaving the meat with an unmatched, deep, smoky flavor. Often, conventional store-bought “smoked” meats get their flavor and color from chemicals or artificial flavoring. These items typically use nitrates and nitrites for preservation as well. Smoking your own pasture raised meats at home means knowing exactly where they and your smoke components come from and avoiding fillers and preservat...

From health concerns to environmental and ethical impacts, sourcing truly pasture-raised meats is more than a trend; it's a priority. Whether you’re looking for tender grass fed strip steaks or high-quality ground chicken, here are three tips to fill your fridge with clean meat.  Why Pasture Raised? Before diving into where and how to source clean meats, it can help to understand why pasture-raised meats are nourishing options. Unlike commercially raised proteins, which are raised in feedlots, fed grain-based diets, and pumped with chemicals, pasture-raised meats are raised the way nature intended. This can be consuming a species-appropriate diet, continuous rotation on fresh pasture, and no vaccines or antibiotics. The results? More nutrient-dense bites that are good for the animal, planet, and your taste buds. Regenerative Roots Finding a regenerative farm is one of the best ways to narrow your search for pasture-raised meats. Simply put, regenerative agriculture ...

One of the best parts of Thanksgiving dinner is the sides (no offense, bird). From classic savory dishes to family favorites shared on well-worn handwritten recipe cards, this autumnal gathering is the perfect time to bring rich flavors and comforting plates to the table. But that doesn’t mean you can’t add a nutritious touch to your favorite side dishes. Here’s how to add more nourishment to your favorite sides with the right ingredients. Planning Tip Hosting an intimate soiree or organizing a potluck-style feast? Either way, shopping for clean cooking staples and grass fed meats online before the big day can save you time and reduce last-minute shopping stress. Best of all, you’ll get high-quality, nutrient-dense foods delivered straight to your home. Savory Stuffing Traditional stuffing is a holiday staple as delicious as it is easy to make. With a crispy exterior and a moist, fluffy interior, all you need for this classic side dish is: ● bread (preferably stale or ...

If you’ve ever bought a whole pastured chicken from a local farm or online, you may wonder how to make the most of your purchase. From saving money to preventing waste, here are three ways to make the most of your poultry. Make Homemade Broth Before tossing your pasture raised chicken bones, consider making your own bone broth. Broth is a nourishing, nutrient-dense, gut-friendly base rich in collagen and minerals. By saving the chicken carcass, you’ll stretch your food budget while supporting gut, joint, and immune health. How to Prep : For hearty stews and comforting soups, you’ll need a few basics to make homemade bone broth. Gather the carcass from your cooked chicken, whole or leftover vegetables, herbs, spices, apple cider vinegar, and water. Next, add your ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on low for about 24 hours. After straining, keep a fresh batch on hand or freeze and store it for later. Explore New Cuts Popular options like breast, drumsticks, or wing...

Whether you’re whipping up an easy weeknight dinner for the family or hosting an intimate gathering, what you cook with is often just as important as what you cook. That’s where Primal Pastures organic grass fed beef tallow, Pure Beef Tallow, comes in. Learn how their traditional cooking fat stacks up miles ahead of industrialized seed oils. Whether you’re whipping up an easy weeknight dinner for the family or hosting an intimate gathering, what you cook with is often just as important as what you cook. This is where Primal Pastures Pure Beef Tallow comes in. Learn how their traditional cooking fat stacks up against industrialized seed oils. Hint? Seed oils don’t even come close. Questions? Reach out to a Primal Pastures team member.  The Real Deal Not all fats are created equal. Ancestral fats like Primal Pastures Pure Beef Tallow follow a “nose-to-tail” philosophy thanks to cattle raised the way nature intended. Made from 100% pasture raised grass fed and f...

Whether you’re hosting an autumnal gathering or coming home ready to share a warm meal with your favorite people, soups are cold-weather essentials. Hearty, creamy, and aromatic, homemade soups make ideal fall appetizers and main courses. Plus, they’re a great way to use up vegetables from your garden! While soups can be served as vegetarian dishes, if your lifestyle permits, adding grass fed meats not only boosts soups’ flavors but also provides essential nutrients like protein, vitamins, and minerals.  From pasture raised chicken bone broth to corn and soy free chicken, here’s how to add a touch of protein to your favorite soup recipes you’ll love to serve all season long. Pumpkin and Apple Soup Like a cornucopia of seasonal fruits and vegetables, this soup overflows with the best autumn flavors, from fresh pumpkin to crisp apples, earthy herbs, and rich spices that round out this sweet and savory profile. Start with a protein-rich base of chicken bone broth fro...

Juicy, tender, tasty. September is chicken's time to shine! In honor of National Chicken Month in September, celebrate the flavors of one of America’s most beloved poultry. Whether you roast, grill, bake, or fry, making these birds the star of the meal is easy with these three recipes. But first, a quick chicken tip. To make your meals even more flavorful and nutritious, choose slow-grown and pasture raised chicken fed a species-appropriate diet. Think less corn and soy, fewer GMOs, and more worms, bugs, and insects. These small changes have a big impact on your chicken's flavor and nutritional profile, making it more vitamin-rich, flavorful, and a healthier option to include in your chicken dishes. Fried Chicken It wouldn't be a celebration of chicken without trying this mouthwatering recipe! When frying, choose a pastured chicken thigh cut. Chicken thighs are perfect for frying because they stay juicy and flavorful. For an incredible crunch, fry your chic...

From busy school nights to after-school activities and sports, back-to-school season is quickly approaching. But just because the season is ramping up doesn't mean you can’t slow down to enjoy wholesome meals with your favorite people. These slow cooker meals featuring pasture-raised, grass-fed meats are easy to prepare, delicious, nutritious, and they’ll fill growing bellies. Without further ado, here are three kid-friendly slow cooker recipes to make dinner time more about family and less about fussing. Sliders Transform a hearty pot roast into chuck roast sliders little hands will love. Chuck roast is a cut of cattle that lends itself to low and slow cooking, making it an ideal one-pot meal. Simply rest sliced onions at the base, add your seasoned grass-fed and finished grain-free chuck roast, pour in beef bone broth, and leave cooking on low for about six to eight hours. Finally, take flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth shreds and assemble on mini buns topped with che...

From pregnancy to postpartum, new parents have done the hard part. Show them your love and support by helping them start a new chapter of life with wholesome and nutritious postpartum meals.  Postpartum meals nourish growing babies, help moms recover more quickly, and provide (some) peace of mind as parents adjust to and welcome Baby. Here’s how to prepare nourishing and wholesome meals to help new parents flourish.  What to Look For Postpartum moms need nutrient-rich foods to help restore their energy and support their baby's growth and development. During pregnancy and birth, essential nutrients are depleted, so post-birth is the perfect time to nourish new life and parents. Here’s what every postpartum meal should include:  High-Quality Animal Protein: Protein helps repair tissue, support a healthy immune system, balance hormones postpartum, and promote breast milk production. Choose lean, regenerative meats like pastured chicken , grass-fed and finishe...

Signs of summer include clear blue skies, open slots on your calendar, and creating memories with your favorite people. One way to make those memories is by taking your meals outside! Warm-weather outdoor gatherings call for refreshing yet flavorful meals that marry fresh, seasonal produce with high-quality, clean meats so you and your family can stay full and cool. Whether you choose 100% grass-fed and finished beef or pastured chicken raised as nature intended, here are three summer-inspired recipes that make clean meats the stars of any alfresco gathering.  Backyard BBQ It isn’t officially summer until you fire up the grill! Grilling is a summer favorite, but think outside the burgers and hot dog boxes for an easy but creative twist at your next BBQ. Enter: build-your-own pizza night! Shop for high-quality grass fed beef online and pick up your favorite cheeses, veggies, and sauces. Place your homemade pizza on the grill, close the lid for a few minutes, and once...