I only had 1lb of farmer butcher ground beef but needed more for the recipe I was making. Had to pick some up at the local grocery store and couldn't believe the different in look (and consistency while cooking)

| **Texture** | Soft, uniform, "stringy" | Coarse, meaty, substantial |

| **Flavor** | Mild, sometimes metallic | Rich, beefy, complex |

It’s a perfect example of how "fresh" in a supermarket doesn't always mean the same thing as "fresh" from a farm. The difference in your recipe will be night and day!