From Pasture to Plate: The Story Behind Our Premium Angus Beef
At Midwest Prime Farms, we believe in doing things the right way—with transparency, care, and a commitment to exceptional quality. When you buy our pasture-raised Angus beef, you’re not just getting a meal; you’re experiencing the result of humane farming, superior craftsmanship, and a dedication to creating the best steak out there. Here’s how we do it.
Complete Traceability: From Our Farm to Your Table
Transparency matters. That’s why we ensure complete traceability for every cut of beef we sell. Our cows are born and raised on our farm, where they live their entire lives in a stress-free, open-pasture environment. When the time comes, we personally transport them to our trusted USDA processor, where they’re tagged and tracked from slaughter to packaging.
This system guarantees that the beef you enjoy is 100% from our farm. Unlike big-box ground beef—which is often a mix from many animals—our ground beef comes from a single cow. This not only ensures safety but also provides unmatched consistency in flavor and quality.
Processors often pool meat from multiple animals to cut costs, but we take a different path. By focusing on traceability and care, we’re proud to deliver a product you can trust from start to finish.
Steakhouse-Worthy Quality: A Premium Experience at Home
When it comes to steaks, we don’t settle for anything less than the best. Our thick-cut steaks are the definition of steakhouse quality, designed to bring the luxury of dining out right to your dinner table. Some favorites are:
- Ribeye: With its rich marbling and incredible flavor, our ribeye steaks are perfect for grilling or pan-searing. Thick-cut for versatility, most can easily feed two.
- Filet Mignon: So tender you can cut it with a butter knife, our filet mignon is the ultimate indulgence.
To get the most out of your steak, we recommend grilling. Start by searing each side over high heat to lock in the juices, then finish on lower heat until it reaches your desired doneness. Medium (145°F) is ideal for achieving maximum tenderness and flavor.
The Grain-Finished Difference: Flavor and Marbling Perfected
Our cows are pasture-raised their entire lives, free to roam and graze on grass and hay. At around a year old, we introduce free-choice grain, which acts like a buffet. The cows can continue grazing as they please or supplement their diet with grain.
This balanced approach creates the rich marbling that gives our beef its juicy, mouthwatering flavor. Grain-finishing enhances the natural tenderness of the meat, making every bite a memorable one.
The Dry-Aging Process: Tenderness Elevated
We go the extra mile to ensure exceptional quality by having our beef dry-aged for 30 days. This process allows natural enzymes to break down the muscle tissue, resulting in beef that is more tender, flavorful, and aromatic. Most store-bought beef skips this step, but for us, it’s the icing on the cake of quality.
Experience the Difference
At Midwest Prime Farms, our cows are raised without confinement, antibiotics, or hormones. They graze freely and enjoy a grass/grain-finished diet for optimal flavor and marbling. Paired with our commitment to 30-day dry aging, this process ensures superior tenderness and taste in every cut.
When you choose our beef, you’re getting more than just meat—you’re supporting ethical farming, enjoying a steakhouse-quality experience at home, and savoring the unmatched flavor of pasture-raised Angus beef.
Shop online at Midwest Prime Farms to have our premium beef delivered to your doorstep, or visit The Market to explore our full selection of pasture-raised, dry-aged beef and other farm-to-table goods.