"When a man's stomach is full
it makes no difference whether he is rich or poor."
Euripides (BC 480 - 406 Greek Tragic Poet)
A
common
misconception
is
that
a
Pork
Butt
comes
from
the
“Butt”
of
the
pig.
Well
believe
it
or
not
that
can’t
be
further
from
the
truth.
The
Butt
(also
often
known
as
a
Boston
Butt)
is
actually
the
top
portion
of
the
shoulder.
Cuts
that
are
labeled
simply
“Shoulder”
or
“Picnic
Shoulder”
come
from
the
lower
portion
of
the
Shoulder.
Both
cuts
of
meat
have
excellent
marbling
which
makes
them
perfect
for
long
slow
cooking.
They
do
very
well
when
smoked or braised.
Although
both
cuts
impart
a
slightly
different
taste,
they
can
both
be
used
interchangeably
in
many
recipes.
This
being
said,
Pulled
pork
usually
comes
from the (Boston) Butt.
The actual Butt (rear hind quarters ) of the pig yields your Ham’s....these can be fresh cooked, cured or even smoked.
There
are
many
different
styles
and
regional
variations
when
it
comes
to
cuts
of
meat.
When
in
doubt
be
sure
to
consult
your
butcher.
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