Guides
Deep, step-by-step walkthroughs for the cuts and cooks worth getting right.
GuidesA Calmer Thanksgiving: Your Make-Ahead Cooking Timeline
Free up the oven, clear space in the refrigerator, and work backward from dinner. A practical plan for the week before Thanksgiving through the last dish on the table.
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GuidesAn Easy Holiday Meat & Cheese Board
A few good cheeses, ready-to-eat meats, something crisp, and something bright. Build a welcoming holiday appetizer without turning it into another cooking project.
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GuidesDeer Season Is Here: What to Know About Custom Processing
Bringing in a deer this fall? Here is how our custom processing works, from drop-off to pickup, plus how to decide between steaks, roasts, ground, and jerky for your harvest.
Read moreGuidesPlan Ahead: Reserve Your Thanksgiving Turkey and Ham Now
The best turkeys and hams go fast every November. Here is our guide to sizing your order, when to reserve, and how to pick between a whole turkey and a spiral-cut ham for your table.
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GuidesHow to Smoke the Perfect Brisket for Memorial Day Weekend
A whole packer brisket is the centerpiece your Memorial Day cookout deserves. Here is our counter-tested method for bark, smoke ring, and butter-tender slices — start to finish.
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