Spencer Steak

Rib roasts and ribeye steaks are some of the most desirable cuts of the whole animal. They are cut from the rib primal and are known for their rich flavor and soft texture. You can find rib roasts and ribeye steaks in any butcher shop or grocery store. Rib roasts contain a variety of muscles including the longissimus dorsi ("eye" of the ribeye), the complexes, the spinalis dorsi (ribeye "cap"), and the multifidus dorsi, and the longissimus costarum (the "lip" of the ribeye). Spencer steaks are cut from a rost called a rib roll. It excludes all muscles except the longissimus dorsi (the "eye" of a ribeye). Spencer steaks are also trimmed of any excess fat and therefore result in a much leaner version of a ribeye. They still have great flavor and texture, but are not as rich as a ribeye that includes the "cap" and "lip".