Whole Chuck Roll

[SheilaAnn]

I have an opportunity to pick up a whole chuck roll (choice) for $5.89/#. 25-30# average weight. I am thinking breaking down to a few roasts and a bunch of grind.

[LA Pork Butt]

Just like a pork shoulder I believe there are multiple muscles that make up that cut. I like it better than brisket, but to low and slow the thing will require quite a crowd to consume it.

[Oak Smoke]

I had to go check on line but chuck roast is 8.99 a pound here and hamburger is 6.89 for 80%, 7.89 for 85%, and 8.89 for 93%. It sounds like a money saving deal if you have time to process and freeze it.

[Donw]

I found this video helpful when I butchered one:

https://youtu.be/UxPeEjxkbss

[SheilaAnn]

Thank you! Gonna review once my order comes in

[Donw]

I know you are a butcher already and this is second nature to you. I just enjoyed seeing all the various cuts he could get from the roll by cutting it differently.

[SheilaAnn]

Donw I’m not a butcher by any stretch…. I just know what I know by watching my previous team. Turns out, I will have to wait a little longer than I thought. More as I know!

[mrichie1229]

Sounds like a steal!

[johnec00]

Go for it!
Here's a post I did way back on my first try breaking one down. I've done several more since, but minimized the grind in favor of chuck roasts as the Fresh Market nearby sells freshly ground chuck every Tuesday for $3.99/pound. Restaurant Depot now gets $6.50.

https://pitmaster.amazingribs.com/forum/the-pit-mastery-program/beef-steak-brisket-roasts-prime-rib-etc/914633-first-try-breaking-down-24-pound-chuck-roll

[Bluetail66213]

I was just thinking of buying the same from Sam's club, but at $6.48 /lb. Can't wait to see how it goes for you. We have a snow storm coming so it may be while yet. Good luck!

[JimLinebarger]

I used to do that also. But now we don't eat as much beef. Used to get about 20lbs of ground with a couple of roast. I also use to get the clod. I can get both at the Chefstore here in town.