Friend of a family member just called and said they're going to have 1/4 cow available soon. Every once in a while this farmer in rural Michigan has an extra 1/4 or 1/2 a cow (when someone bails out on the purchase) and we get a call.
This will be 190# @ $3.00/lbs plus $.50/lbs for processing. This cow is from a small farm and they brag about all of the health benefits of how they raise the beef.
Anywho, should I call the processor and ask for specific cuts of the 1/4 portion? Can I ask for the brisket cut for example? Beef ribs? How in the world do I know what I'm getting? I've never paid too much attention in the past when we bought beef, but it seems like we'd get ground burger, some steaks and chuck roasts.
Well, now I want to know what I can throw on my WSM 22.5". Would I be out of line to ask them for the beef ribs and brisket cuts? Or beef cheek!
Any background or input is appreciated before I call the processor.
Thank you
This will be 190# @ $3.00/lbs plus $.50/lbs for processing. This cow is from a small farm and they brag about all of the health benefits of how they raise the beef.
Anywho, should I call the processor and ask for specific cuts of the 1/4 portion? Can I ask for the brisket cut for example? Beef ribs? How in the world do I know what I'm getting? I've never paid too much attention in the past when we bought beef, but it seems like we'd get ground burger, some steaks and chuck roasts.
Well, now I want to know what I can throw on my WSM 22.5". Would I be out of line to ask them for the beef ribs and brisket cuts? Or beef cheek!
Any background or input is appreciated before I call the processor.
Thank you