Road 39 Ranch Recipes
This is how we prepare it - the uncommon cuts
At Road 39 Ranch, we are not only producers of great quality meat, we are also consumers of our own products. Here are a few recipes we use to enjoy our products in case you want to eat like we do. These are practical recipes, prepared in our family's kitchen.
(Yes some of the cookware is 20 plus years old, but these are simple delicious ways to enjoy great healthy meat.) You will find the more unusual cuts here, Osso buco, Pork Belly, Brisket, Short Ribs etc. Many articles are written on how to cook the perfect steak. But there are many great cuts of meat that are delicious and much less expensive. We enjoy cooking and eating the lesser known cuts and thought you might too.
Osso Buco - Beef shank with ample portion of beef and bone
Start with Simple ingredients
This is a great cut of meat that makes a delicious hearty meal.
Start with four cuts.
Road 39 Ranch osso buco come 2 per pack about 1 1/4 lbs each with a large center bone.
Defrost in the refrigerator.
This a great cut and slow cooks to a tender flavorful meal.
Simple Ingredients
Chopped carrots, onion, celery and garlic. We add a 1/4 cup of wine.
How to Cook
Great one pot meal that is ready when you are.
Brown the cuts
Season with salt and pepper and a little corn starch, then brown in oil.
Combine and Bake
Combine the ingredients in a large deep dish, or crock pot, we cook low and slow covered (oven at 250 for 6 hours).
Ready to serve.
Serve over mashed potatoes, or rice. Tender beef, rich gravy, hearty meal.
Smoked Brisket
Start with Simple ingredients
This is a great cut of meat that serves many - great for backyard celebrations.
Start with appropriate size cut.
Road 39 Ranch Brisket comes in sizes 2 lbs to 5 lbs. We cook several for large get togethers and because leftovers make great sandwiches.
Defrost in the refrigerator.
Road 39 Ranch Brisket comes trimmed and ready. The fat provides flavor.
Simple Seasoning
Salt, Pepper and Garlic powder. That is it - we have tried many types, but we find simple is best when you have a great cut of meat.
How to Cook
Simple steps with quality meat - there are alot of great recipes on the internet - we prefer to keep things very simple.
Slow cook on a wood pellet grill or charcoal grill.
Two to four hours on the grill around 200 -225 degrees F.
Finish in foil
Wrap each piece in double aluminum foil. Cook in the oven or back on the grill another 2 to 4 hours.
Ready to serve.
Slice and serve - great with sauces, or in a sandwhich, or served with our favorite cowboy beans.
Smoked BBQ Pork Belly
Start with Simple ingredients
This is "Fresh Side" of Pork. This is the cut that bacon comes from. Also call Pork Belly
Start with Un - Sliced Fresh Side.
Road 39 Ranch Pork Belly "Fresh Side" comes whole or sliced - you need whole for this. It comes in various sizes up to 7lbs.
Cube the Pork Belly
Pork Belly is very fat - that is where the flavor comes from. Cut the Pork Belly into 1 inch cubes.
Simple Prep/ Smoke
Cover the cubes with your favorite seasoning (garlic, onion, cayenne) or a BBQ rub. Massage the seasoning in to completely cover the cubes. Then smoke or grill at low temp for 2 hours on a single stack rack.
How to Cook
Simple steps with quality meat - there are alot of great recipes on the internet - we prefer to keep things very simple.
Final Seasoning
Remove the cubes from the rack and place in an aluminum pan. (This saves the juices) Add a half stick of butter, and sprinkle with brown sugar.
Final Cooking
You can finish back on the grill or in the oven for another hour. With a half hour left add your favorite BBQ sauce .
Ready to serve.
This can be served as a main dish or a great appetizer.
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Beef, Pork and Goat by the cut or whole. You can reserve Sheep/Lamb by the whole.
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