Guy H.
Yelp
The trend in beef cattle consumption has been steadily rising for years. First the Steak House Explosion a few years ago and now The Bar B Que revolution!
Couple these trends with the current pandemic and no wonder beef demand is way up. I come from generations of cattle ranchers and have an affinity for the art and science of raising good beef. The trend is for some producers to provide meat directly to the consumer. There is a trend to meet the demand this way but,you have to be cautious.
My neighbors are friends with this farmer and were sent samples to try in regard to the delivery system and quality of meat. I was given samples by them and did not purchase. But, I was more than happy to accept some steaks and ground beef from them in return for my opinion.
I received the meat frozen solid. It looked good and I placed in my freezer. Over the last few weeks I have removed and cooked each piece. The first was a t bone steak. It was cut crooked so as to not be a uniform thickness. Not a big problem but...My main concern was the texture. After cooking the steak, it didn't plump up as I expected and was a little mushy.
I made Texas Chili out of the ground beef and was very happy with the way it cooked,little grease and had good flavor. I gave several servings away and got positive feedback on the taste and enjoyment.
The final cut was a blade steak. You don't see this cut at the grocery store which is too bad. It's look and texture is similar to a strip but, more flavor. I was really happy with the almost prime grade marbling appearance and powerful flavor.
Overall I have to give them credit for providing beef direct. There is a lot of the country where it's hard during this crisis to get out and get good meat
These guys send it to your front door!
