Pasture-raised pork fat from Prairie Farmstead is a versatile and nutrient-rich ingredient perfect for rendering into lard or enhancing the flavor of your favorite dishes.
Sourced from heritage breed pigs raised on lush pastures, this pork fat is a sustainable, wholesome choice for traditional cooking and nose-to-tail eating.
Why Choose Pasture-Raised Pork Fat?
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Render Your Own Lard: Easily render pork fat into lard, a clean, shelf-stable cooking fat ideal for frying, baking, and sautéing.
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Rich in Nutrients: Naturally high in essential fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins, making it a healthier alternative to processed oils.
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Enhances Flavor: Use pork fat to boost the taste of roasted vegetables, stews, or homemade sausages.
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Sustainable and Ethical: Incorporating pork fat supports nose-to-tail eating, reducing waste and respecting the whole animal.
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Pasture-Raised Heritage Pigs: Raised outdoors on healthy pastures, our pork fat comes from pigs free from hormones, antibiotics, and GMOs.
How to Use Pasture-Raised Pork Fat
Render pork fat into lard by melting it over low heat and straining out solids—store it in the fridge or freezer for a long-lasting cooking fat. Lard is perfect for frying, sautéing, and creating flaky pie crusts or biscuits.
Dice pork fat and use it directly in recipes like sausages, burgers, or meatloaf to add moisture and richness. For grilling, use pork fat to grease your grill grates naturally.
The Prairie Farmstead Philosophy
At Prairie Farmstead, Chuck Trowbridge and his team believe in regenerative farming practices that prioritize animal welfare and environmental sustainability. By raising heritage breed pigs on pasture and embracing nose-to-tail principles, Prairie Farmstead ensures every part of the animal is used thoughtfully and ethically.