Many consumers are contemplating the purchase of bulk beef for home freezers. Buying beef in quantity may be the way to save money but it depends upon your situation.

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How Long Can Meat be Frozen and Still Maintain its Quality?                Beef can be stored from 9-12 months. Ground beef can be stored from 3-4 months. Most meat items can be safely stored for longer periods, but they lose some quality. Long storage periods contribute to freezer burn, dehydration, and broken packages, which results in sacrificing quality and quantity. Shorter storage periods can reduce storage investment costs

Is it Better to Buy Retail Cuts and Freeze them or Buy Beef Sides or Quarters?                                                                                          Advantages to buying retail cuts for freezing are:

1) It is easier to get the assortment of cuts preferred by the family without buying items you seldom or never use,

2) Investment is smaller since the storage area is for a shorter time,

3) Many times the retail beef cuts sell as specials. Since retail items are not packaged for freezing, they should be packaged properly for long term freezing. The advantages of buying a full side or quarter of beef are: roasts and steaks can be cut to the desired weight and thickness,

4) The food budget can be planned for a longer period since the actual meat costs are known, and

5) Many trips to the market can be eliminated.

We would love to work with you to customize your order to fit the needs of your family.  Need three pound roasts and two steaks in a package? No problem.  Want your hams cut in half before they are smoked?  Just ask. 

We’ve paired some of our best sellers and priced them for the best value.  A great way to stock your freezer with select cuts.  It also makes a great gift for parents, kids, weddings or Christmas.

Be sure to visit our website for more information on bundles.

Hammann’s Catering, Butcher Shop & Deli serves the finest cuts of meat in the greater Cincinnati area.  Visit them online to browse their bundle packages. Call (513) 858-3237 for more information.