Pictures of delicious roasts and beautifully prepared fowl caught his eyes.
They were prime Hereford steers, destined to become tender steaks and delicious roasts for a rich but slightly hungry Earth.
Or at least harvest leaves that would taste delicious in a therapeutic winter roast or stew.
Try these delicious pheasant recipes, from Sophie Grigson's all-in-one juicy pot roast to Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall's game terrine.
The food temperature probe displays the perfect internal temperature for delicious roast and poultry.
Wolters regarded his mother as "a highly practical woman, full of zest for life, who in hard times thought nothing of serving a delicious roast without letting on it was horsemeat".
British celebrity chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall has championed the ten-bird roast, calling it "one of the most spectacular and delicious roasts you can lay before your loved ones at Yuletide".
And in some cases, the healthful results didn't compromise woof and savor: the back ribs remain the barbecuer's choice, and the shoulder, particularly the Boston butt, makes a delicious roast.
"What is this delicious roast?"