When harvest day comes, we don’t just see ribeyes and roasts — we see broth, braises, dog treats, handmade tallow, and meals that stretch a little further.

Here’s one last easy recipe to close out the year — the kind that doesn’t ask much of you and still delivers a solid, satisfying meal.

Every animal we raise represents time, care, and resources: pasture, feed, water, fencing, local processing, and daily hands-on work.

Each time someone adds a colored ornament to our wooden Christmas tree, BHMF will donate one pound of beef or pork to a local food bank right here in Johnson County.

Bring a little ranch cheer to your holiday season with our free Big Horn Mountain Farms coloring pages.

And it’s beautiful in a way that reminds us why we do this work.

Rendered beef fat, or tallow, was once a staple in every household — and it’s making a comeback. Pure tallow burns clean and bright in candles, making it an eco-friendly alternative to petroleum wax. It’s also rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K, making it a nourishing base for soaps, lotions, and balms.

Wagyu Braised Short Rib with Sweet Potato and Roasted Broccoli Florets Created by: Chef Maxwell Foster for Big Horn Mountain Farms

Next, place the seasoned roast on a rack in a roasting pan. This will allow air to circulate around the meat, promoting even cooking. Pour the broth or water into the bottom of the pan to keep the environment moist during roasting.

Health Benefits Protein & minerals: Strengthen bones, teeth, and muscles. Joint support: Collagen from connective tissue aids mobility. Dental care: Natural abrasion removes plaque and tartar.

This guide walks you through how to cook your beef depending on when it was harvested: spring, summer, fall, or winter — and what to expect in terms of flavor, fat, tenderness, and ideal prep.

Our Primal Ground Beef is not just any ordinary ground beef; it brings a deeper, heartier flavor profile compared to standard ground beef. This quality makes it the ideal choice for dishes like this, where the beef truly takes center stage and shines through in every bite. The combination of high-quality ingredients and careful preparation ensures a meal that is both satisfying and memorable, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.

What Makes Meat “Premium”? True premium meat starts long before it reaches your plate.

Savor the rich flavors of a perfectly cooked chuck steak with this delicious recipe, showcasing tender slices on a rustic wooden board. When you think of steak, ribeyes and strips often get the spotlight — but chuck steak deserves its place at the table. At Big Horn Mountain Farms, our pasture-raised Wagyu-Angus beef makes even humble cuts like chuck shine with big, bold flavor. Chuck steak comes from the shoulder area of the cow, giving it rich marbling and deep beefy taste.

Fall is when our beef tells the fullest story of the land — high-elevation nights, sweet clover, and slow finish.

At Big Horn Mountain Farms, we believe in using the whole animal — nose to tail. One of the most versatile (and overlooked) byproducts of our premium beef is suet , the firm white fat that surrounds the kidneys. When rendered, it transforms into tallow , a clean, long-lasting fat with a deep ranch history. Whether you’re cooking, crafting, or caring for your skin, tallow is a timeless ingredient that deserves a place in every kitchen and homestead. How to Render Beef Suet int

At Big Horn Mountain Farms, we believe good food is about more than what’s on the plate—it’s also about how it gets there.

Serves: 4  Time: 2 hours 15 min

October 10 marks World Mental Health Day, a global call to awareness and connection. As we reflect on mental wellness, a simple truth emerges: what we eat supports how we feel.

Serves: 2  Time: 35 min