Meat Prices = Non-Smoking Time

[Hilbe]

I'm cheap and these meat prices are too damn high. I was at Costco this morning and ribs were $15/rack, briskets all over $100, and fillets in the $80s too. I'm currently in the non-smoking section for a bit. Hotdogs, hamburgers, and pizza are about all that's getting cooked right now.

Anyone else protesting high meat prices?

 

[BadDogPSD]

I'm a new member here and new to pellet grills and smoking in general. I'm annoyed by the high meat prices, but I'm annoyed by the increasing costs of just about everything else too!
I'm hearing that inflation is just getting started and is likely to get worse before it gets better.
That said, no, I am not protesting the high meat prices by not buying.

 

[Kamikazee494]

Not so much protesting but really looking hard for a deal. I’m actually smoking my first brisket right now. Picked it up for about 5 bucks a pound.

 

[chadinsc]

im always look for deals to. i generally look at the grocery store sales flyers on line each week.

 

[Kamikazee494]

im always look for deals to. i generally look at the grocery store sales flyers on line each week.

Me too. All our local grocery stores wanted around $9 a pound for brisket. That’s ridiculous. I found $5 a pound at cash and carry. Figured since I have never done a brisket before I’d go with something somewhat inexpensive. Don’t want to screw up a piece of meat that cost $9 a pound.

 

[Roaniecowpony]

There's always chicken, fish, cheese and even meatloaf. How about some smoked meatballs or sausage for some speghetti?. I smoked my wife's bbq bean recipe and it was great!

 

[chadinsc]

maybe time to try some non meat grilling. basically baking. i want to try making a cheesecake and brownies. and like mentioned above beans are great smoked. i have also grilled mac and cheese which was excellent!

 

[jfrosty27]

I have found meat prices to be all over the place. You really need keep a sharp eye out for the deals. Expl: Costco had choice grade briskets for $8.99/lb. I found a prime grade at $4.98/lb online at Wild Fork Foods. Grabbed one. Baby back ribs were $4.99 at Costco, $3.99 at Wild Fork. Grabbed a couple racks. And so on. I’ve taken the approach of buying what’s on sale and worrying about what to do with it later.

 

[C. Keeper]

I'm cheap and these meat prices are too damn high. I was at Costco this morning and ribs were $15/rack, briskets all over $100, and fillets in the $80s too. I'm currently in the non-smoking section for a bit. Hotdogs, hamburgers, and pizza are about all that's getting cooked right now.

Anyone else protesting high meat prices?

I agree, I jumped on the hot dog train

 

[Hilbe]

I agree, I jumped on the hot dog train

After 400 posts or so on it, you should be an expert.

 

[Roaniecowpony]

I don't often have a craving for regular hotdogs, but a decent Kielbasa, bratwurst, etc., sometimes fixes a craving. Of course, I always have room for a Pink's hotdog when I'm in the downtown L.A. area. But I'm not firing up the Bull for a hotdog. Maybe for a half dozen kielbasas though.

 

[Kamikazee494]

I just pulled a brisket of the Bull now I have several ramekins of creme brûlée cooking at 350. Trying out meat church recipe.

 

[C. Keeper]

After 400 posts or so on it, you should be an expert.

I am.
Round side down and wrap in paper
Or was it round side up?

 

[mooncusser2k]

We're working through stuff in the freezer, so a little insulated from current prices at the moment. Been seeing things go up at BJ's when I go there - $2.90/lb for pork butt, yikes.

 

[Micky]

I am fortunate to have Oryx, Axis, and Whitetail meat in my freezer. More out in the pasture. I can get an Axis, Red Deer, Fallow Deer, or an Oryx anytime of the year. I have not had to buy meat in a long time.

 

[Hilbe]

 

[We'reSmokin'Now]

Smoking Salmon tomorrow. Prices holding steady for now.

 

[IPlayWithMeat]

I have found meat prices to be all over the place. You really need keep a sharp eye out for the deals. Expl: Costco had choice grade briskets for $8.99/lb. I found a prime grade at $4.98/lb online at Wild Fork Foods. Grabbed one. Baby back ribs were $4.99 at Costco, $3.99 at Wild Fork. Grabbed a couple racks. And so on. I’ve taken the approach of buying what’s on sale and worrying about what to do with it later.

This has always been my approach, which is why my basement looks like an apocalypse bunker. Anyone need toilet paper??

 

[Roaniecowpony]

Just remember, tube steak ain't meat.

 

[C. Keeper]

Just remember, tube steak ain't meat.

No! Say it ain't so.