The Skinny on Lean Beef Cuts
In case you missed it, the BEEF Loving Texans are in the midst of the Protein Challenge, an ongoing effort to build ourselves up to eating the daily recommended amount of protein. The reasons for completing this challenge are plentiful. In addition to supporting lower cholesterol and heart health, higher-protein diets are more likely to…
Read MoreSix Expert Tips for Grilling Burgers + Hamburger Recipes
Hurray, it’s May and National Hamburger Month! That means 31 wonderful days of celebrating perhaps my favorite food of all time – the hamburger! There is no question my hamburger game is strong, not only as connoisseur of every fine burger joint in town, but also as a self-proclaimed expert on how to grill ’em…
Read MoreFlavor Your Steaks with Rubs and Marinades
Even though the seasonal lines are blurry here in Texas, I think it’s safe to say it’s mid-summer. And with that, let’s shake up our typical grilling routine by adding a rub or marinade to our steaks or burgers. Rubs and marinades allow you to enjoy a different flavor on your steak every night. Because…
Read MoreHow to Make Your Ground Beef Leaner
Tacos, Spaghetti, Sloppy Joes, chili, casseroles, soups – the ground beef recipe list really never ends. Ground beef is easy, quick and a lot of times you don’t even need a recipe. But, I bet I can surprise you with some little known facts about ground beef. Did you know that 85% ground beef has…
Read MoreMoney Saving Idea: Flat Iron Steak is Great on Taste, Easy on the Budget
Around my house we eat a lot of meat – that’s likely no surprise, but with my growing family, I think a lot about nutrition, taste and even more important sometimes, saving money on groceries. Knowing what beef cuts to buy will help save money on my family’s grocery bill and learning the tricks to…
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