Our perishable beef products are shipped vacuum sealed and frozen over dry ice inside an
insulated cooler. We utilize FedEx 1-2 day shipping to ensure our goods arrive in a
timely manner. Orders consisting of only nonperishables are shipped via USPS
priority mail.
If your beef arrives frozen, partially frozen, or thawed but still cool to the touch, it
is perfectly safe to enjoy. You can refrigerate it and cook within 7 days, or refreeze it
for later use.
If the product is not cool to the touch or you’re unsure about its condition, please give
us a call at (254) 605-6444. Our team will be glad to help and make sure you receive
product that’s safe, high-quality, and enjoyable.
Our delivery date feature will open a calendar during checkout and allow you to pick your
delivery date. Our standard shipping days are Monday through Friday. Due to shipping
circumstances beyond our control, packages may occasionally arrive one day prior or one
day after the selected delivery date. Rest assured, discrepancies are rare and we will
always ensure you receive your order in perfect condition. Please call for more detailed
information about any specific timelines you would like us to work with.
Yes! During checkout, our delivery date calendar will automatically display all available
shipping options—including any that qualify for overnight or expedited service.
If you need a delivery date that isn’t shown in the standard calendar, we can often
arrange expedited shipping for an additional surcharge. Please contact our team at
Orders@44steaks.com or call (254) 605-6444, and we’ll be happy to help coordinate special
delivery options.
Yes! We specialize in corporate gifts and custom beef packages tailored to your needs. To
learn more, visit our
Corporate Gifts Page
or give us a call at (254) 605-6444—our team will be happy to help you create the perfect
gift experience.
While grocery items like beef are tax-exempt in Texas, other merchandise isn’t. 44 Farms
is required to collect sales tax on non-food items such as apparel. We'll only collect tax
on the taxable non-grocery products included in your order.
Because 44 Farms beef is perishable, we cannot accept returns. However, our Satisfaction
Guarantee ensures you’ll receive the correct product in wholesome condition. If your order
arrives damaged, incorrect, or otherwise unsatisfactory, please contact us within 24 hours
of receipt at Orders@44steaks.com or call us at (254) 605-6444. We’ll gladly replace your
order or issue a 44 Farms gift card as appropriate.
44 Farms reserves the right to investigate claims we believe may be fraudulent or
unfounded. A refund or replacement does not constitute an admission of liability.
Product
It is ideal to thaw beef in the refrigerator where it remains at a safe temperature (40°F
or below). Most steaks will thaw in one day while larger items such as brisket or prime
rib may take an additional day or more. After thawing, beef can be refrigerated
safely for 3 to 5 additional days before cooking. During this time, if you decide not
to use the beef, you can safely refreeze it without cooking. Avoid thawing on the counter
or in other locations. While quick thawing can be achieved under
cold running water, it
is ideal to slowly thaw beef in the refrigerator. Do not use warm or hot water to
accelerate thaw time.
For best quality, plan to cook our beef within 4 to 12 months. Beef will remain safe when
stored constantly at 0°F or below; however, quality degrades with lengthy freezer
storage. For ideal quality, the freezer should be set at 0°F or below and beef should
remain packaged tightly to keep air from getting in. If beef is frozen without being
sealed tightly, freezer burn may occur. The product remains safe to eat, but the areas
with freezer burn will be dried out and tasteless and should be trimmed away.
Along with being delicious, beef contains important nutrients that your body
needs. The recommended serving size is 4 ounces for raw beef (about the size of a
deck of cards), which translates to about 3 ounces of cooked beef. Beef delivers 10
essential nutrients; on average, a 3-ounce serving of cooked beef provides 175 calories
and protein (51% DV), B12 (41% DV), zinc (39% DV), selenium (38% DV), niacin (25% DV), B6
(24% DV), phosphorous (20% DV), riboflavin (14% DV), iron (14% DV) and choline (13%
DV). DV refers to Daily Value, the amount of nutrient needed for a healthy adult on a
2,000 calorie diet.
Marbling is the white flecks of fat embedded within the beef muscle; it describes the fat
content inside the muscle. The greater the amount of marbling in beef, the higher the
quality grade, because marbling makes beef more tender, flavorful and juicy. The term
“quality grade” is used to describe the level or amount of marbling, along with other
factors such as fat thickness, age of the cattle and coloration of the beef. The higher
the amount of marbling, the higher the quality grade, the better the eating experience,
defined through attributes like juiciness, tenderness, flavor and texture. The three main
quality grades that USDA can assign to beef are Prime, Choice and Select. Prime beef is
the highest grade and contains an abundant amount of marbling. Choice beef follows closely
– it is a very high-quality beef with a moderate amount of marbling. Rounding out the top
three main quality grades is Select beef, which is uniform in quality and much leaner,
with only a slight amount of marbling. 44 Farms only provides Black Angus Beef that is
labeled either Prime or Choice. Each individual package of 44 Farms beef contains either
the USDA grade shield for Prime or the USDA grade shield for Choice.
Our franks are made entirely of 44 Farms Angus beef, from the same cattle that we source
our well-marbled steaks from. Our franks do not have a casing, nitrates or nitrites.
The smoked prime rib is a fully cooked product, weighing between 4-5 lbs. Each person can
generally eat about 1/2 lb each; therefore, the prime rib serves around 8-10 people.
All our steaks are wet aged for a minimum of 28 days.
When comparing wet aging vs. dry aging, contrast how the meat is dehydrated. For dry
aging, whole sides of beef or primal cuts are hung in open air at a temperature just above
freezing and left to age for several weeks. Enzymes work on the muscle fiber during this
process while the meat is slowly dehydrating. This concentrates the meat and changes the
texture and flavor. The wet-aging process involves vacuum sealing cuts of beef and
shipping directly to the market. The aging takes place between slaughter and sale while
the meat is in transit and the enzymes have time to tenderize the meat. The biggest plus
is that there is no weight loss in the meat due to dehydration. It is a relatively recent
technique that developed along with advances in vacuum seal technology and refrigeration.
For best results, bring your steaks to room temperature, season generously with salt and
pepper, and cook over high heat to your preferred doneness.
For step-by-step ideas, visit our
Recipes Page
— you’ll find dozens of easy, delicious ways to enjoy 44 Farms beef, from classic cuts
to creative new favorites.
Please call (254) 605-6444 for more information.
Cattle Operations
With Bob McClaren’s heavy business background, it is no surprise that Black Angus cattle
caught his eye since they are bred for optimum quality and marketability. He studied the
Angus breed for many years and their superiority was clear to Bob from the beginning.
Black Angus cattle are known as the business breed. They are resistant to harsh weather,
undemanding, adaptable, behave well by nature, mature extremely early and have a high
carcass yield with nicely marbled meat. This carcass yield and marbling has proven true in
our steaks business. “There’s a level of quality that’s unlike any other breed.” – Bob
Essentially, “Registered Black Angus” cattle operators are breeders of “Pure Bred Black
Angus” as monitored by the American Angus Association. 44 Farms is the largest Registered
Angus operation in the state of Texas. We market our Registered Black Angus bulls around
the entire U.S., and embryos across the world, in order to help commercial cattle
operators improve their cattle herd to efficiently produce more marbling and a better
eating experience.
NE3 stands for Never Ever, meaning growth hormones, antibiotics and animal byproducts are
NEVER EVER administered or fed.
All 44 Farms’ cattle are harvested at Caviness Beef Packers in Hereford, Texas. At
Caviness, the carcass is broken down into primal and sub-primal cuts. From Caviness the
sub-primal cuts are sent to a USDA-approved case ready plant where they are individually
portioned, packaged and labeled.
At 44 Farms all cattle are pasture raised and grain finished. There are NEVER EVER
hormones, growth promotants or animal byproducts administered to them in this feed.
Animals in our beef program are not administered antibiotics. However, if an animal does
become ill, our partner feedyards will administer an antibiotic, notch the
animal’s ear tag and electronically log the identifier in our animal health
system to ensure that the animal is not admitted into the 44 Farms beef program.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
No worries, just give us a call at (254) 605-6444 — we always look forward to the
opportunity to speak with our customers.
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