Holiday Pre-Orders...

are picking up as the festivities draw near. If you are still deciding on your menu, we have posted a few popular items below. Please also see our "holiday menu" on the righthand side of this page for other ideas. Why not check one job off your list of things to do, and come in or call us with your special pre-orders today!


Prime Standing Rib Roast - $17.99/lb
We've listed this selection first, as it is always our most popular holiday roast. As a general rule of thumb, we recommend ordering about one bone for every two people you want to serve. See this link for help with preparing your rib roast.

Striploin Roast - $ 14.99
We are featuring the often overlooked Striploin Roast as our Holiday Special this year. If you prefer a leaner cut, this is a great option with a lot of value
We recommend ordering about 1/2 lb/person of this boneless roast. See this link for help with preparing your striploin roast.

Lamb Crown Roast - $26.99/lb
If lamb is your go-to meat over the holidays, and you're looking to make a great impression, then this is the selection for you. Love lamb, but want a simple presentation? We'll offer frenched lamb racks as well, at $24.99/lb. Plan to order about 3 bones per guest. See this link for help with preparing your lamb crown roast.

Berkshire Pork Crown Roast - $15.99/lb
The ever-popular Berkshire pork is available for you in a variety of presentatoins, including boneless loins and frenched racks ($13.99/lb). This particular breed of pork is exceptional in taste and quality- a guaranteed hit at your holiday dinner! We recommend ordering about 1-2 bones/person. See this link for help with preparing your Berkshire pork crown roast.

Featured Special of the Week:

Loch Duart Salmon is on sale this week for $ 13.99/lb. Farm-riased, under sustainable and environmentally conscious conditions, Loch Duart Salmon is superior in taste and quality. See the following link for more information. Also, try these salmon recipes for one that suits your taste- one of our favorites is the "Salmon with Brown Mustard and Sugar Glaze".

In addition to the new weekly specials, we've also posted a few of our more popular holiday items. Please feel free to call us with any questions or to place your order over the phone.

Now dry-aged nearly 21 days...

we are ready to break into beef from our most recent local farm relationship. This week we will begin offering beef from Whitewood Farm, located in The Plains, Virginia. Comprised of 1700 acres of rolling pastures, Whitewood raises their Angus/Chianina cattle according to natural guidelines, with no antibiotics or growth hormones. They pride themselves on their ability to cultivate genetically superior herds, which are known for their exceptional quality and taste. We are excited to bring this product into our store, and hope you'll come in to try it soon.

The cold weather has arrived and so have Short Ribs.....

Short Ribs, upon popular demand, have landed on our specials list for the week. This is an increasingly popular cut that tops the list for flavor. English cut or flanken cut, slow cook them to perfection with any one of these recipes.

It's Not too Late...

While turkey sales having been picking up over the last couple days, we expect to continue taking new orders through Tuesday - and possibly into Wednesday. Available sizes: 13-16 lbs.
Come on in, or feel free to call us to place your order. We hope to hear from you soon!

Turkey Update:

Turkey Pre-Orders are going well, and we are coming close to selling out on smaller sizes. We still have plenty of 13-17 lb turkeys, so be sure to put your order in now!

Don't forget about our sides to make your holiday meal complete. We are offering Firehook Sage Stuffing, our House Turkey Dry Rub, Pecan-Brandy Cranberry Sauce, a variety of pies and cornbread from Firehook, and our own Bulk Sage Sausage. We have also revamped our produce section for the holiday, with plenty of local greens, sweet potatoes, and red potatoes.

Keep an eye on our blog, as we'll continue to post new specials as the holiday approaches. Need a good wine to pair with your meal? We can help with a special discount and holiday tastings next week- stay tuned!

One Last Chance...

Just a reminder that the Great Falls Farmer's Market season is coming to an end. To close out a successful first year with them, we will be offering NY strips, ribeyes, filets, & more at a discount. Be sure to stop by and stock your freezer for the winter!

Gobble, gobble...

Happy Holidays! Turkey Day is less than two weeks away, so please don't forget to stop in or call us with your Thanksgiving Day order. We are carrying the same Certified Organic Turkeys that have generated rave reviews over the past few years. At $4.49/lb, we can provide you with the size you need, ranging from 8-18 lbs. We recommend allotting 1.5 lbs in the overall weight for each person you want to serve. In addition to your main dishes, we will provide a variety of pies, cornbread, and pecan-brandy cranberry sauce, so don't forget to ask about the sides. Also, we've received a lot of questions about cooking times and temperatures, so we have included a helpful link to guide you through the process: cooking instructions. Happy Feasting!

If you haven't tried our meatloaf...

Our oven-ready meatloaf is a guaranteed hit for your family and dinner party alike. Pop it in the oven at 375 degrees, for 45 minutes, and get ready to enjoy the delicious blend of our finest ground beef, veal, pork, homemade marinara sauce and herbs. The two pound loaf is plenty to serve 4-6 adults. Enjoy.

Farmer's market this Saturday

Just a quick heads up, we got a great buy on rack of wild boar, so we're bringing a bunch on Saturday. They're great on the grill (rub 'em with a paste of rosemary, garlic, salt and pepper) and sear over high heat until the internal temp is 145-150 (for rare). And while at the farmer's market, if it were me, I'd pick up some fresh peas or brussel sprouts and saute or steam 'em, roast and puree a few sweet potatoes, and make a port/red wine reduction for a sauce. Or, depending on the price of chanterelles, grab a box of them as well, puree them with water or madeira, simmer until all the liquid is gone, then whisk them into the reduction at the last minute. To paraphrase Homer Simpson, mmmmmmmm-boar!

November 11th Weekly Special

If you're in a fish mood this week, we have a really great price on Alaskan Black Cod. If you've never had it before, you've got to try it, the flavor and texture are amazing. Also, if you haven't ordered a turkey yet, the clock's ticking. We'll have some extra on hand, but to be safe, please get your order in by Friday. Learn more... recipes.

About The Organic Butcher of McLean

Certified-organic and naturally-raised meats and poultry; prime beef, aged and non-aged. Beef comes from Virginia farms, including Canon Hill in Harrisonburg, Whitewood Farm in The Plains and Featherbed Angus Farm in Middleburg. Owner Don Roden.