Make the Most of Your Butcher - Tip of the Day

by Monika Bartyzel, Posted Aug 20th 2009 @ 9:00AM

Don't forget about the carnivore's favorite time-saver: the employees behind the meat counter at your local butcher.

Meat counter. Photo: specialkrb, Flickr

The piled packages of meat nestled in your local grocery store make it easy to forget that butchers are more than just extra hands waiting to wrap up the flesh behind the glass. Whether you go to a local, family-run store or a chain like Whole Foods, most employees will be happy to prepare the meat exactly to your specifications. Sure, it'll make the shopping trip a little longer, but in the long run, it's a lifesaver.

Whether you want a specifically shaped steak or cubes for shish kebabs or stew, why go to all the effort yourself when it can be professionally cut and make life easier? Next time, just ask!

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