Brisket making a soft landing back on earth

YukonRon

I was in Costco today, saw full, prime packers for 3.99/pound. I bought one. If nothing else, my chili itch will get a scratch.

kl8ton

I'll check my Costco! Even after consuming what feels like a lot of our whole cow plus half a cow - the freezer looks like all 1.5 cows are still in there.  Keeping it full saves money on electricity! 

JohnInCarolina

That's great news.  Maybe that clown who got booted off the forum will finally be able to afford one!

lkapigian

YukonRon said:

I was in Costco today, saw full, prime packers for 3.99/pound. I bought one. If nothing else, my chili itch will get a scratch.

bought 4 a couple weeks back and they were @ that price in California as well, going back this weekend 

The Cen-Tex Smoker

Seeing the same thing here. Thanks Joe Biden! (I assume if he makes brisket prices go up, he also makes them go down).  

FrostyEgg

Costco packers were $3.something pre-pandemic, correct? Might have to pick one up next time i'm there.

hoosier_egger

3.99 here too

lousubcap

Perfect opportunity for this segue:
Head's Up- National Brisket Day, Saturday May 28th-time to give it a go!  
I agree re brisket prices but the friggin chix wings are still way up there.  

Langner91

lousubcap said:

Perfect opportunity for this segue:
Head's Up- National Brisket Day, Saturday May 28th-time to give it a go!  
I agree re brisket prices but the friggin chix wings are still way up there.  

Chickens (whole, young birds) were $4.99 a pound!  I hope and pray they don't come out with "cow flu".  I can resist over-priced chicken, but I would be intolerable if beef became scarce and expensive!

northGAcock

…..if only I had a Costco near me. 

CTMike

$3.99 up here in New England also, so I picked one up to cook this weekend.

Botch

I wish someone could explain to me why beef prices came back down so much, when gas prices haven't.  
- Did truckers finally learn their place and accept $16/hr?
- Did ranchers finally learn their place and accept less?
- Did our exceptionally wet winter result in overgrown pastures/beef prod?
- Are tri-tips now being trimmed to bi-tips?
- Are spare ribs now graded as necessary ribs?
- Did Tyson et al CEOs/shareholders collect so much money, so fast, they've already paid off their '22-model-year yachts?
 
So many questions...  

stlcharcoal

Botch said:

I wish someone could explain to me why beef prices came back down so much, when gas prices haven't.  
- Did truckers finally learn their place and accept $16/hr?
- Did ranchers finally learn their place and accept less?
- Did our exceptionally wet winter result in overgrown pastures/beef prod?
- Are tri-tips now being trimmed to bi-tips?
- Are spare ribs now graded as necessary ribs?
- Did Tyson et al CEOs/shareholders collect so much money, so fast, they've already paid off their '22-model-year yachts?
 
So many questions...  

All while diesel is still going up.  That's the index people should be watching over 87 octane.  This country's logistics / supply chain, and infrastructure  construction and maintenance all run on diesel fuel.  We all proved we could work from home and not burn gasoline, in 2020-2021.....but still takes diesel fuel to get you everything you need to live.  99% of the things you have in your reach or sight currently were on a diesel truck, train, or plane for far more many miles that any other fuel.

In the past when gasoline prices have shot up (2005, 2008, etc), diesel remained below that, and fairly steady.  How the hell it shot up higher months ago, and has stayed there even as gasoline dropped last month.  It's cheaper to refine and it's not like we're using more of it all the sudden (in fact, gasoline usage is down, so that means more petro for diesel.)  Makes no sense unless I just answered my own question.  Scares the hell out of me.

alaskanassasin

stlcharcoal said:

Botch said:

I wish someone could explain to me why beef prices came back down so much, when gas prices haven't.  
- Did truckers finally learn their place and accept $16/hr?
- Did ranchers finally learn their place and accept less?
- Did our exceptionally wet winter result in overgrown pastures/beef prod?
- Are tri-tips now being trimmed to bi-tips?
- Are spare ribs now graded as necessary ribs?
- Did Tyson et al CEOs/shareholders collect so much money, so fast, they've already paid off their '22-model-year yachts?
 
So many questions...  

thanks 
All while diesel is still going up.  That's the index people should be watching over 87 octane.  This country's logistics / supply chain, and infrastructure  construction and maintenance all run on diesel fuel.  We all proved we could work from home and not burn gasoline, in 2020-2021.....but still takes diesel fuel to get you everything you need to live.  99% of the things you have in your reach or sight currently were on a diesel truck, train, or plane for far more many miles that any other fuel.

In the past when gasoline prices have shot up (2005, 2008, etc), diesel remained below that, and fairly steady.  How the hell it shot up higher months ago, and has stayed there even as gasoline dropped last month.  It's cheaper to refine and it's not like we're using more of it all the sudden (in fact, gasoline usage is down, so that means more petro for diesel.)  Makes no sense unless I just answered my own question.  Scares the hell out of me.

Most pumps have a sticker that shows who did that.

alaskanassasin

kl8ton said:

I'll check my Costco! Even after consuming what feels like a lot of our whole cow plus half a cow - the freezer looks like all 1.5 cows are still in there.  Keeping it full saves money on electricity! 

We sold 20 1.5lb packets of burger for 5$ a pound… that took some pressure off but we have another half scheduled for end of July. The brisket is trimmed and thin but they are always good.

Botch

stlcharcoal said:
In the past when gasoline prices have shot up (2005, 2008, etc), diesel remained below that, and fairly steady.  How the hell it shot up higher months ago, and has stayed there even as gasoline dropped last month.  It's cheaper to refine and it's not like we're using more of it all the sudden...

I seem to recall, a few years ago, that the sulfur emission requirements got much stricter, and refinement costs for diesel shot up, that may be it.  Too many brain cells ago, I'm not sure.  

theyolksonyou

northGAcock said:

…..if only I had a Costco near me. 

Drive your lazy arse to Ft. O.  It’s only 1hr 1:15…

your city days ruirnt you

RRog17

northGAcock said:

…..if only I had a Costco near me. 

I got you. Headed that way Friday. You need anything?

RyanStl

stlcharcoal said:

Botch said:

I wish someone could explain to me why beef prices came back down so much, when gas prices haven't.  
- Did truckers finally learn their place and accept $16/hr?
- Did ranchers finally learn their place and accept less?
- Did our exceptionally wet winter result in overgrown pastures/beef prod?
- Are tri-tips now being trimmed to bi-tips?
- Are spare ribs now graded as necessary ribs?
- Did Tyson et al CEOs/shareholders collect so much money, so fast, they've already paid off their '22-model-year yachts?
 
So many questions...  

All while diesel is still going up.  That's the index people should be watching over 87 octane.  This country's logistics / supply chain, and infrastructure  construction and maintenance all run on diesel fuel.  We all proved we could work from home and not burn gasoline, in 2020-2021.....but still takes diesel fuel to get you everything you need to live.  99% of the things you have in your reach or sight currently were on a diesel truck, train, or plane for far more many miles that any other fuel.

In the past when gasoline prices have shot up (2005, 2008, etc), diesel remained below that, and fairly steady.  How the hell it shot up higher months ago, and has stayed there even as gasoline dropped last month.  It's cheaper to refine and it's not like we're using more of it all the sudden (in fact, gasoline usage is down, so that means more petro for diesel.)  Makes no sense unless I just answered my own question.  Scares the hell out of me.

Just heard on the radio diesel hit an all time record in prices. My commutes have also told me a lot of folks are commuting again. Just wish the would stop running into each other.

kl8ton

RyanStl said:

Just heard on the radio diesel hit an all time record in prices. My commutes have also told me a lot of folks are commuting again. Just wish the would stop running into each other.

Yes, today it is the highest it has been by me.  $5.25 per gallon.  Low fuel light came on and I found a small station still at 4.99.  Wohoo!  Sad that I felt like I hit the jackpot.  40 gallons later and I was on my way.  3 vehicles filled and left the next pump over as diesel trickled in to my tank.

YukonRon

In the city here in Louisville, I have seen in some instances, that it has a 15-20 cent premium, over the prices in the more rural area. Commonwealth-wide the average is lower than here in the city. I get notices from the folks that provide the company cars, of my spending higher prices than the average found, in the commonwealth. 

I totally disregard those.

YukonRon

Had a brisket and grilled cheese sandwich while stuck in an airport in Dallas. It did NOT suck. I will be making these in the near future.

lousubcap

@YukonRon - I'm guessing the brisket was a slice of flat and the cheese offering??  Exotic pairing with bread?? 
Brisket is like bacon-everything is better with brisket.  Thanks for sharing.  

JohnInCarolina

alaskanassasin said:

stlcharcoal said:

Botch said:

I wish someone could explain to me why beef prices came back down so much, when gas prices haven't.  
- Did truckers finally learn their place and accept $16/hr?
- Did ranchers finally learn their place and accept less?
- Did our exceptionally wet winter result in overgrown pastures/beef prod?
- Are tri-tips now being trimmed to bi-tips?
- Are spare ribs now graded as necessary ribs?
- Did Tyson et al CEOs/shareholders collect so much money, so fast, they've already paid off their '22-model-year yachts?
 
So many questions...  

thanks 
All while diesel is still going up.  That's the index people should be watching over 87 octane.  This country's logistics / supply chain, and infrastructure  construction and maintenance all run on diesel fuel.  We all proved we could work from home and not burn gasoline, in 2020-2021.....but still takes diesel fuel to get you everything you need to live.  99% of the things you have in your reach or sight currently were on a diesel truck, train, or plane for far more many miles that any other fuel.

In the past when gasoline prices have shot up (2005, 2008, etc), diesel remained below that, and fairly steady.  How the hell it shot up higher months ago, and has stayed there even as gasoline dropped last month.  It's cheaper to refine and it's not like we're using more of it all the sudden (in fact, gasoline usage is down, so that means more petro for diesel.)  Makes no sense unless I just answered my own question.  Scares the hell out of me.

Most pumps have a sticker that shows who did that.

buzd504

YukonRon said:

Had a brisket and grilled cheese sandwich while stuck in an airport in Dallas. It did NOT suck. I will be making these in the near future.

They sell a brisket sandwich that is served between 2 grilled cheese sandwiches at the Superdome here in New Orleans.  It is vile.

northGAcock

RRog17 said:

northGAcock said:

…..if only I had a Costco near me. 

I got you. Headed that way Friday. You need anything?

All good at the moment. Lunch?

YukonRon

lousubcap said:

@YukonRon - I'm guessing the brisket was a slice of flat and the cheese offering??  Exotic pairing with bread?? 
Brisket is like bacon-everything is better with brisket.  Thanks for sharing.  

American cheese with aged smoked gouda, definitely from the flat, grilled thick sliced Italian sweet white bread.

ColbyLang

$3.99 per # on Costco prime packers in Louisiana as well. 

Let’s not get into economics in the brisket thread….true inflation should be closer to 30% compared to where it’s being stated. If the commodities market were allowed to properly drive it, very few of us would be able to afford anything let alone briskets and diesel

JonWesson

ColbyLang said:

$3.99 per # on Costco prime packers in Louisiana as well. 

Let’s not get into economics in the brisket thread….true inflation should be closer to 30% compared to where it’s being stated. If the commodities market were allowed to properly drive it, very few of us would be able to afford anything let alone briskets and diesel

you's just got in it.     so you is happy with letting monopolies stay driving the bus?     ok

ColbyLang

JonWesson said:

ColbyLang said:

$3.99 per # on Costco prime packers in Louisiana as well. 

Let’s not get into economics in the brisket thread….true inflation should be closer to 30% compared to where it’s being stated. If the commodities market were allowed to properly drive it, very few of us would be able to afford anything let alone briskets and diesel

you's just got in it.     so you is happy with letting monopolies stay driving the bus?     ok

Isn’t that what a free market economy is all about? Of course I’m not fine with it. I couldn’t live in a 30% inflation scenario very long…..but that’s what food manufacturers are seeing. 30%. 

alaskanassasin

ColbyLang said:

JonWesson said:

ColbyLang said:

$3.99 per # on Costco prime packers in Louisiana as well. 

Let’s not get into economics in the brisket thread….true inflation should be closer to 30% compared to where it’s being stated. If the commodities market were allowed to properly drive it, very few of us would be able to afford anything let alone briskets and diesel

you's just got in it.     so you is happy with letting monopolies stay driving the bus?     ok

Isn’t that what a free market economy is all about? Of course I’m not fine with it. I couldn’t live in a 30% inflation scenario very long…..but that’s what food manufacturers are seeing. 30%. 

 Groceries are cheap.