tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post820251343425783285..comments2024-03-28T05:59:04.687-07:00Comments on Rural Revolution: A quarter-ton of beefPatrice Lewishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06012022335047974670noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-35990878469609152322013-05-24T13:20:19.143-07:002013-05-24T13:20:19.143-07:00We don't buy much beef. We eat 3 deer a year ....We don't buy much beef. We eat 3 deer a year . Generally 1 buck and 2 doe. I butcher them , so that's "free" Except for time spent in the tree stand, we eat free as far as red meat, well license and doe permits cost, but very little. We are also raising chickens again.Thinking about pigs.jim hathewayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08177325057401860814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-10608456115093842642013-05-21T06:06:12.529-07:002013-05-21T06:06:12.529-07:00Very simple recipe. In a crockpot (slow cooker), ...Very simple recipe. In a crockpot (slow cooker), add:<br /><br />- Meat<br />- Water (according to however much gravy you want)<br />- Brown gravy mix (I buy this bulk from Cash & Carry)<br />- Onion powder (my older daughter doesn't like fresh onions but likes the taste of onion powder; otherwise I'd use fresh onions)(some people use a packet of onion soup mix, which works fine)<br />- Ranch dressing mix (again, purchased in bulk from Cash & Carry)<br />- Rosemary and thyme to taste<br /><br />You can also add carrots, potatoes, or other veggies.<br /><br />I usually put this in the crockpot in the morning so it's ready to eat by dinner. The advantage of crockpots or slow cookers is it leaves the meat fork-tender.<br /><br />- PatricePatrice Lewishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06012022335047974670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-52569830711247711272013-05-20T16:19:05.806-07:002013-05-20T16:19:05.806-07:00There's a cattle farmer that lives about 30 mi...There's a cattle farmer that lives about 30 miles away from us that will raise, butcher, package and sell you beef in quarters, halves and wholes. Because there is nobody between you and him, he is able to sell the beef at about 2.50 a pound. It's a win-win deal. He's actually making money and you're getting pastured beef, humanely raised with no chemicals. Kaynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-42796913943946468812013-05-20T10:26:32.737-07:002013-05-20T10:26:32.737-07:00I pay around 7 bucks a pound for ribeye at Shady M...I pay around 7 bucks a pound for ribeye at Shady Maple Farm Market in Lancaster County. I am lucky to live in an area where there are lots of local farms.Jay from Phillynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-16127805316532249562013-05-20T06:32:41.429-07:002013-05-20T06:32:41.429-07:00That farm is beautiful! We bought a 1/2 of a cow l...That farm is beautiful! We bought a 1/2 of a cow last year from a friend - the meat is almost gone. He will not be putting up a cow this year - he raises them and then sells them but does not butcher them himself. I love the meat. It cost about $2.50/lb which I think is great! Totally wishing I lived near you. :D Carlye Jean Rankinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16564754834530285596noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-9596895580020130632013-05-20T03:25:27.855-07:002013-05-20T03:25:27.855-07:00I pay 5 to 6 dollars a pound for a mixed quarter o...I pay 5 to 6 dollars a pound for a mixed quarter of grass fed beef in Michigan. I think that is hanging weight. The same beef in the local co-op is $10 a pound.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-17346192692017400172013-05-19T21:37:33.174-07:002013-05-19T21:37:33.174-07:00Nothing better than range beef! We purchase one o...Nothing better than range beef! We purchase one of the 4H winners every year. Although the initial outlay is spendy the meat quality can't be beat and overall cost is much cheaper. Katididshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568618127371786808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-59022940351678113372013-05-19T20:48:22.571-07:002013-05-19T20:48:22.571-07:00Thank you that is what I was looking for.
Thank you that is what I was looking for. <br />A Collectorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04280196199301393336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-56180671477997925392013-05-19T20:45:39.629-07:002013-05-19T20:45:39.629-07:00That is the one I am looking for, thank you. That is the one I am looking for, thank you. A Collectorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04280196199301393336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-31180378083745834112013-05-19T20:43:37.995-07:002013-05-19T20:43:37.995-07:00Lived on the Palouse for close to 11 years, love t...Lived on the Palouse for close to 11 years, love the pics of that area, I miss it! The butcher you go to is amazing too, all my friends up in the Moscow area would have them butcher their livestock and many would take their game animals there as well, great guys!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-41983809188453036072013-05-19T17:56:50.981-07:002013-05-19T17:56:50.981-07:00Pot roast recipe, please????
Pot roast recipe, please????<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-32303264390414658972013-05-19T17:07:36.294-07:002013-05-19T17:07:36.294-07:00just goes to show what the corporate farms and tho...just goes to show what the corporate farms and those "middlemen" in business are doing to line their pockets...prices of all meats,poultry,and even fresh veggies are outrageous these days. and the managers specials have slim pickings these days too.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-86301367412653473872013-05-19T15:46:20.499-07:002013-05-19T15:46:20.499-07:00Try this link:
http://www.rural-revolution.com/201...Try this link:<br />http://www.rural-revolution.com/2013/01/farm-living.html<br /><br />- PatricePatrice Lewishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06012022335047974670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-45600408661880997782013-05-19T14:07:09.516-07:002013-05-19T14:07:09.516-07:00Try the prices in San Jose, CA!! Higher than what...Try the prices in San Jose, CA!! Higher than what you just quoted. But, wages are much higher here, also. Most prices are about a dollar a pound higher unless it is on sale. We are both working and the Lord is blessing us so I can't complain. It is shocking though when you see how things have gone up.Brendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06430065113036026350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-39343123237818397832013-05-19T13:49:28.943-07:002013-05-19T13:49:28.943-07:00Patrice,
I would love to be able to pack my freez...Patrice,<br /><br />I would love to be able to pack my freezer with some fabulous beef like you have. Yes, meat is on the increase at the stores. Our gas is now $4.02 a gallon here for regular unleaded 100 percent gas. <br /><br />Enjoy your potluck dinner!Sandy Livesayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06183449816586125720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-55818633229213410322013-05-19T13:41:09.495-07:002013-05-19T13:41:09.495-07:00Outstanding.
I appreciate having the prices and ...Outstanding. <br /><br />I appreciate having the prices and costs to compare to. <br /><br />Yer makin' me hungry!<br /><br />A.McSp Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-56998885909998695842013-05-19T13:11:36.898-07:002013-05-19T13:11:36.898-07:00Patrice;
We have raised our beef since I was 11yrs...Patrice;<br />We have raised our beef since I was 11yrs old, and supermarkets can not meet the taste of home raise beef, yum!<br />Your price for butchering, cutting and wraping make me want to cry. We pay nearly 3 times that amount, but it is one of the few shops that I know is clean and you get your beef back.<br /><br />Have a question for you I can locate the posting of the "farm sign" that spoke about animal smells and noises you posted a while back. I lost it in my save file, if you could give me and others who are looking for it a heads up, would apprecite it. <br /><br />Love the new baby heifer on the photos.A Collectorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04280196199301393336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-12113676598337929652013-05-19T11:13:05.864-07:002013-05-19T11:13:05.864-07:00We had a bad drought in Texas 2 years ago. Rancher...We had a bad drought in Texas 2 years ago. Ranchers sold off a lot of cattle rather than let them die. Beef prices were very cheap last year. Now, the herds are depleted and it will take some time to replenish them. Supply, meet demand.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-11779611003098459592013-05-19T09:57:21.097-07:002013-05-19T09:57:21.097-07:00I am fascinated by this stuff. I know I can't...I am fascinated by this stuff. I know I can't ever do anything like this due to space constraints but that is such an amazing price for beef when we pay 6-7 dollars per lb at the Natural Grocers locally and that is just for ground beef, and I stalk the expiration dates and try to catch it for 3.5 per lb....Roasts are no where in our price range. Cheers to you though!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-89067087737228708992013-05-19T09:03:26.680-07:002013-05-19T09:03:26.680-07:00Costco beef is not the cheapest meat available. I...Costco beef is not the cheapest meat available. It is definitely high quality, although they do needle all the cuts. <br /><br />Trading Company in Post Falls matches the quality, but since they are grocery store, they do have sales which means much lower costs than Costco. Most of the Trading Company beef comes from the Double RR ranch in Loomis, Wa and is primarily grass fed. It's very good.<br /><br />I used to buy all my meat from Costco, but now I take advantage of the sales at Trading Co.<br /><br />Disclaimer: I worked for Costco for about 9 years and I now work at Trading Company. I love Costco and I love Trading Company, too. Feel free to call me biased. ;-)<br /><br />One thing neither of them can do is beat $1.20 a pound. Sigh...<br /><br />Adriennehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01562944653624224107noreply@blogger.com