My butcher, lard and lamb

[ArnieM]

Sorry, no pics.

I went to see my butcher (Steve) again today.  Still trying to get some of his apple & onion lard.  He didn't have any, only plain.  Oh, well.

He just got in some new lamb from Peter, across town and had some "ree - ibs".  See this post.

http://forum.bradleysmoker.com/index.php?topic=15334.msg182777#msg182777

I think he had the same kind of rack but cut up into individual ribs.  I asked "How much?"  He said "$3/Lb".  I told him to give me a pound.  He wrapped 'em up and marked it $3.  I weighed the package when I got home, just for fun.  Yep, 1.45 pounds as usual.  Steve is a good guy.

Grilled slowly on the gasser.  Fabulous.

I have to tell ya, there's nothing like fresh local lamb compared to the stuff in the cryovac from half way around the world.

[classicrockgriller]

Need to make sure you give him a Christmas Card.

[BuyLowSellHigh]

You are blessed !  Real butchers are a dying breed.  Nearest one I can find is about 50 miles away.

[ronbeaux]

Got to love a good Butcher! Mine takes care of me.

[Habanero Smoker]

You are also lucky to get American raised lamb. Most lambs in this country are raised for their wool.