Source for Mutton in DC?

[DCMark]

Anyone have a source for Mutton, preferably in DC proper? Thanks

[mnebergall]

I think Al Dente could give you a line on where to find some two year old sheep.

[Al_Dente]

Ewe got mutton on me!

[brioboy]

Call Tim at Wagshall's. 202.363.0777 He hooked me up with the 50 pound pig for my Caja China orgy of porcine priapism. I imagine his barnyard contacts could easily procure other victims.

Edited January 14, 2005 by brioboy (log)

[iamthestretch]

Just curious, but why does it have to be two years old? Do you prefer them experienced?

[mnebergall]

I dunno, ask either DCMark or Al Dente.

[DTBarton]

I dunno, ask either DCMark or Al Dente.

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While I'm not sure, I would guess that DC Mark is looking for actual mutton as opposed to lamb. The meat of a grown sheep will have a stronger flavor and somewhat coarser texture than that of young lamb. There are some good long cooked recipes (as well as some old fashioned ones) that call for mutton.

All that being said, I don't have a ready source. I have had good luck at most grocery stores or butchers asking them to special order stuff for me.

[DCMark]

Just curious, but why does it have to be two years old? Do you prefer them experienced?

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If its less than 2, its not mutton, its lamb.