Primal Pastures

Chicken nuggets. Chicken alfredo. Chicken quesadillas. Ask a table full of kids what they want for dinner, and chicken is on the menu almost every time. They love it but only when it looks and tastes the way they expect, unless your kids are gourmet recipe lovers. Still, want the meal to meet your wants and needs. This might leave you wondering how to keep everyone happy without becoming a short-order cook. It's a Fact: Kids Love Chicken There’s a reason chicken is the go-to protein for meals kids will finish. It’s mild, familiar, and endlessly adaptable, whether it’s breaded and baked, folded into a quesadilla, or tossed with pasta and cheese sauce. When your kids crave chicken, you want to serve them nutritious chicken raised free from soy . This way, you feel as good about what’s on the plate as your kids do about how tasty it is. The Difference: What They Want and What You Want Your kids want a dinner that’s tasty and familiar. You want a meal that fits your values: ethically ...

If you check the ingredient labels on chicken packaging, you’ve probably seen the term: corn and soy free, especially if you’re mindful of sourcing. It sounds simple, but it actually says a lot about how an animal was raised and what ends up on your plate. Understanding what "corn- and soy-free" means can help you shop with more confidence, especially if you already look for grass fed meats and other cleaner options for your family's table. The Chicken's Diet Corn- and soy-free can describe the chicken’s diet. Instead of conventional chicken feed, pasture-raised chickens forage, and their diet is supplemented with certified organic chicken feed that excludes corn and soy entirely. This means no whole corn kernels, no soybeans, and no corn or soy byproducts mixed into what they eat. It’s a more intentional way to raise chickens, and part of why more shoppers look for fresh corn and soy free chicken instead of conventional cuts from the grocery store. The Cut of Meat ...

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...

Chicken tenders never left the weeknight rotation; they just got stuck on repeat: same breaded strip, same side of ketchup. Start with pasture raised, corn and soy free chicken, and a few small changes to how it's cooked, and you can give chicken tenders the grown-up glow up they deserve. TL; DR Pasture raised, corn and soy free chicken sets the foundation for versatile recipes. Swapping traditional cooking oils for grass fed beef tallow adds flavor and nutrition. Using various techniques can transform classic chicken tenders into delicious meals the whole family enjoys. 1. Marinate and Grill Tenders for a Smoky Salad Topper A quick soak in a citrus marinade does most of the work before the grill heats up, and slicing warm tenders over greens turns that marinade into dressing. Pasture raised chicken breast holds its moisture on the grill, so it stays juicy instead of drying out. 2. Slice Them Thin for a Quick Weeknight Stir-Fry Cut pasture raised tenders into thin strips, an...

Pasture raised sounds like it should mean the same thing everywhere, but in reality, it's defined long before an animal reaches a package. What it eats, how it's raised, and whether the farm restores the land all shape the meat that ends up on your plate. Here's what actually changes between a pasture raised label backed by regenerative farming and the conventional versions at the grocery store. TL; DR Grass fed and finished beef contains higher levels of omega-3s, CLA, and vitamins A and E than conventional, grain-finished beef. Lab comparisons of corn and soy free chicken breast have found lower omega-6 levels and higher B vitamin levels. Regenerative farming shapes soil health, water quality, and biodiversity, not just nutritional facts. Chicken: The Labels Don't Tell You What They Ate Pasture raised on a label doesn't guarantee the truth about what the bird ate. Independent lab comparisons between corn and soy free chicken breast and a typical store-bou...

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...

When the family behind Primal Pastures started their farm in 2012, they had one goal: to raise the cleanest meat for their own table, the kind they wouldn't think twice about serving their own kids.  That mission has since grown into a full lineup of 100% corn-free, soy-free, and grass fed farm meats , partnered with regenerative farmers and shipped directly to families across the country. That same standard eventually became the Primal Standard, a measure of quality beyond any certification, built on six specific commitments: pasture raised, grass-fed and finished, corn-free, soy-free, regenerative, and nutritious and humane.  Get to know the Primal Standard at https://primalpastures.com/ Have questions? Reach the team at https://primalpastures.com/pages/contact-us Every Animal Grazes on Open Pasture No feedlots, no confinement, no growhouses. Every animal spends its day doing exactly as nature intended: grazing, foraging, and moving, with no concrete pad in sight. The...