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After years of rave reviews over the beef John & Sue Ebensberger were producing on their hobby farm, West Forty (40 acres west of Greene, IA) was born!
We have been selling individual cuts and custom wholesale options in Greene since 2013 and Des Moines since 2016. In September 2019, John & Sue purchased the grocery store in Greene, renaming it West Forty Market. You can find all of our locally raised meats at the store!
After being a full time vendor at the Des Moines Farmers Market and offering delivery around the metro, Teresa (their daughter) decided to open her own retail store in Ankeny, IA in May 2021. West Forty Market is located in Uptown Ankeny and features over 120 cuts of beef, pork, chicken, bison, lamb and turkey - all raised on local Iowa farms and butchered in Iowa. We also feature over a dozen local products, including pasta, rubs, sauces and honey.
Grass-fed, grain-finished and raised with love and care ... we are confident you'll enjoy the amazing flavor and tenderness of our meats!
Address
View map315 SW Maple Street Suite D Ankeny, IA 50023
Phone
515-664-6100
Hours
Mon - Wed: 10am - 5pm Thursday: 10am - 6pm Friday: 10am - 5pm Saturday: 10am - 2pm Sunday: 10am - 2pm
Orders Shipped:
Orders shipped Mon - Wed each week.
Pick-Up Options
Pick-up at our Ankeny or Greene locations. Ankeny: 315 SW Maple St, Suite D Ankeny, IA 50023 Greene: 107 E Traer St Greene, IA 50636
A tender, versatile cut perfect for a variety of dishes. Shredded Beef is ideal for making everything from tacos and burritos to hearty stews and sandwiches. Slow-cooked to perfection, it’s easy to pull apart into flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth strands. Whether you’re making a quick weeknight meal or prepping for a crowd, shredded beef is a simple and satisfying option.
Perfect for slow cooking, allowing the beef to absorb all the flavors from spices, broth, or sauces.
Great for versatile dishes like tacos, chili, beef sandwiches, and casseroles.
Known for its tender texture, which makes it easy to shred with a fork.
High-quality protein that supports muscle growth and repair.
A good source of iron, zinc, and essential B vitamins.
Offers a flavorful, satisfying meal while being relatively lean, depending on the cut used.
Slow-cook or braise for the best shredding results.
Use a flavorful broth or sauce to enhance the beef's natural richness.
Let the beef rest for a few minutes after cooking before shredding to keep the juices locked in.
Slow-cook to an internal temperature of 190°F for perfect shredding.
For braising, cook on low heat for several hours until the beef easily pulls apart.
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