ribeye cap

[hambone]

I've eaten it ad read much about it but my questio is what is it? i mean where is it o the ribeye? I have high quality beyond organic meats on hand i my new kitchen ad would like to use it to the best of it's potential.

[DerekW]

Ribeye Cap [or Rib Lifter, or Ribeye lip muscle, or Deckle]:

"...fatty but very tasty meat .... which lies between the eye and the the thick layer of fat that covers the rib", Field Guide to Meat

[tim]

Ham,

There is a good illustration and picture on the bovine myology website.

Ribeye surrounded by cap steak

Click on the photo to see the picture.

Tim

[ChefJohnny]

Are you referring to the Calotte? If so, that is totally the best part of the ribeye. My absolute favorite cut of beef.

-Chef Johnny