Frequently Asked Questions

Storing and preparing meat

How should I cook a steak?

How should I cook a rib roast?

How should I prepare a fresh turkey?

How should I prepare my smoked turkey or smoked ham?

Should I freeze my meat when I receive it?

I had the meat shipped to my office. Will it be ok in the shipping box until I get home?

How long will the meat last in my fridge?

How long will the meat last in my freezer?

Do you have recipes I can use?

I put my meat in the freezer when I received it. How should I thaw it?

How should I cook a steak?

Lobel's Guide to Cooking the Perfect Steak is a basic, fool-proof recipe for getting the perfect steak every time whether you are cooking indoors or out. For additional grilling instructions, request or download our free grilling brochure.

How should I cook a rib roast?

Our Rib Roast 101 guide includes everything you need to know.

How should I prepare a fresh turkey?

Our Turkey FAQ includes everything you need to know.

How should I prepare my smoked turkey or smoked ham?

Your smoked turkey or smoked ham should arrive with preparation instructions in the box. You can also download the instructions here.

I had the meat shipped to my office. Will it be ok in the shipping box until I get home?

Yes. Our products are packed to withstand up to 48 hours of unrefrigerated shipping.

Should I freeze my meat when I receive it?

We believe that fresh meat has the best flavor and texture. That said, if you must freeze your meat, leave it in its vacuum-sealed packaging and store it in your freezer according to the guidelines in the Lobel's Official Guide to Meat.

How long will the meat last in my fridge?

Your order from Lobel's of New York is packaged in vacuum-sealed material so it can be transported safely. Kept in this packaging, the meat will stay fresh in your refrigerator for 5 to 7 days. For full storage instructions, see Lobel's Official Guide to Meat.

How long will the meat last in my freezer?

Your order from Lobel's of New York is packaged in vacuum-sealed material so it can be transported safely. The temperature in your freezer should be 0°F or below. Kept in this packaging and in this temperature range, beef will keep for 6 months. Lamb and veal should be used within 3 to 6 months. Pork should be used within 2 to 3 months. For full storage instructions, see Lobel's Official Guide to Meat.

I put my meat in the freezer when I received it. How should I thaw it?

For our full thawing instructions, see the guidelines in the Lobel's Official Guide to Meat.

Do you have recipes I can use?

Absolutely. Visit the Recipes and Techniques section of our Web site for recipes arranged by type and cut of meat. We also have several cookbooks for sale on our site. If you're looking for something in particular and can't find it, email us and we'll be happy to help.

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