How to Make Hamburger Steak with Mark Rippetoe | Texas Cafe Classics

[stef]

Rip shows you the Floral Heights Cafe recipe for hamburger steak.

[Flying_tiger]

Yes !

[AndrewLewis]

How do you get into buying meat directly if you have no connections or knowledge on the topic?

[Mark Rippetoe]

Locate a custom kill plant near you and ask them to put you in touch with somebody who will sell you a beef (a steer).

[AndrewLewis]

Locate a custom kill plant near you and ask them to put you in touch with somebody who will sell you a beef (a steer).

Thanks.
Other than the customization, what are the benefits to buying direct versus through a butcher?

[Mark Rippetoe]

It's about 1/2 the money.

[AndrewLewis]

It's about 1/2 the money.

That is pretty compelling. Thank you.

[Mark Rippetoe]

First, get a freezer. A chest-type, goes to -20.

[AndrewLewis]

First, get a freezer. A chest-type, goes to -20.

The general recommendation seems to be eight cubic feet per half cow. Is that consistent with your experience?

[Mark Rippetoe]

I haven't measured. Just get a great big freezer.