tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3958944075064932584.post1993814628629946377..comments2023-05-19T04:32:58.194-07:00Comments on Discover the World of Artisan Beef: How To Have a Successful Artisan Steak TastingCarrie Oliverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14280200169077543066noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3958944075064932584.post-42030532717125595172008-11-10T20:43:00.000-08:002008-11-10T20:43:00.000-08:00Hi, Anonymous. I am so glad you stopped by!You're...Hi, Anonymous. I am so glad you stopped by!<BR/><BR/>You're right, there are indeed a lot of black baldies or other Angus-cross out there in large yards on science diets. And it is indeed very difficult to find USDA Prime beef in a local grocer.<BR/><BR/>For me, I was so happy to discover that high grading beef isn't necessarily the most flavorful or tender. Indeed, I've had steaks from top-notch ranchers/butchers that would rate Select or Choice at best but can stand up to a Prime grade steak (same cut) in a blind taste test.<BR/><BR/>As you note, one of the keys to flavor and tenderness is gentle treatment. Good genetics, diets and aging, there are a lot of other things that matter. <BR/><BR/>My problem with supermarket beef is that most of them don't pay attention to these details. As a result, even if you ignore how most grocery beef is raised, when you shop there, it's like playing the lottery. Sometimes you're lucky, the beef is fabulous. But try repeating the experience.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3958944075064932584.post-34912951387303254862008-11-09T00:02:00.000-08:002008-11-09T00:02:00.000-08:00In truth, the majority of beef in the United State...In truth, the majority of beef in the United States is comparable when it comes to breed, feed, and such. The major issue is that most of the high-grading beef is not sold in supermarkets and grocery stores, but to high-end restaurants. Those of us who shop at supermarkets usually get beef that is below choice grade, unless you buy Certified Angus Beef, which requires all carcasses to grade at least average choice. I applaud your concern for the treatment of the animals, however.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com