Suet, Grass-Fed & Dry-Aged

Beef Suet: A Tradition Worth Reviving

Always 100% Grass-Fed & Pasture-Raised

A Bite-Sized Take

Suet from our grass-fed, pasture-raised cattle is a nutrient-dense, versatile treasure perfect for rendering into tallow, frying, baking, and crafting flaky pastries or traditional puddings.

• Best Cooking Methods: Render into tallow, bake pies, deep fry, or create nutrient-rich treats for backyard birds.
  
  
• Quick Tip: Suet has a high melting point—ideal for creating flaky, golden pastries and robust, savory cooking oil.
  
  
• Perfect For: Nose-to-tail cooking, sustainable kitchens, and honoring timeless recipes.
  
  

Every Juicy Detail

Suet, sourced from the hard, white fat surrounding the kidneys and loins of our grass-fed, pasture-raised cattle, is a culinary treasure with a rich history. Its high melting point makes it ideal for frying, baking, and crafting flaky pastries, hearty puddings, or even nutrient-rich treats for backyard birds.

But suet is about more than just flavor—it’s a celebration of "nose-to-tail" cooking, honoring the whole animal and embracing sustainable eating. When rendered, suet transforms into tallow—a stable, versatile cooking oil with a high smoke point and a long shelf life. Perfect for sautéing, deep frying, or even spreading like butter, tallow infuses dishes with savory richness while preserving tradition.

Across the globe, suet has inspired iconic recipes, from Scotland’s dumplings to festive Christmas puddings. Its energy-dense profile made it a vital fuel for explorers and a beloved ingredient for bakers. Today, it remains a cornerstone for sustainable, whole-animal cooking and timeless culinary traditions.

Whether you’re rendering tallow, reviving classic recipes, or exploring suet’s versatility, our grass-fed beef suet offers exceptional quality, flavor, and a connection to the heart of traditional cooking.

Our Promise

At Crossroads Beef, we’re dedicated to raising beef that’s as good for the land as it is for your plate:

• 100% Grass-Fed, Grass-Finished & Pasture-Raised – Our Iowa-raised cattle graze on a curated mix of nutrient-rich grasses, moving daily to fresh pastures through adaptive rotational grazing.
  
  
• Sustainably & Regeneratively Raised – We believe healthy soil grows thriving pastures, supporting happy cows and a better future. 
  
  
• Hormone & Antibiotic-Free – Naturally raised beef, free from shortcuts—just pure, wholesome quality.