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Thielen Meats of Pierz

Pierz, United States

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Thielen Meats of Pierz

A meat market in Pierz, Minnesota, selling bacon, sausages, beef sticks and jerky alongside fresh cuts and smoked fish. The shop also processes deer and other game and carries frozen halibut.

Highlights

  • Bacon and country sausage
  • Smoked salmon and pork chops
  • Jerky and beef sticks

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