The beef that you eat comes from our families to yours. More than 97% of cattle ranches in the United States are family owned and operated. The families that raise beef are dedicated to caring for their animals,land,and continuing the traditions that generations before them began. Cattle harvest the grass on the hillside and convert it into a nutrient dense food source for us to enjoy. More than two-thirds of land used for grazing in the United States is not suitable for raising crops,however,cattle are able to graze the grass and provide us with beef.
For more information on how cattle are raised and the people who raise them visit www.explorebeef.org.
Featured Beef Recipe
Greek Steak Salad
1 c. olive oil
1/2 c. red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 1/2 lb. top sirloin
14 oz. can artichoke hearts,drained and halved
1 c. frozen green beans
1 c. sliced red onion
1/2 c. sliced olives
1 c. red bell peppers,julienne sliced
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
1/4 tsp. dried mint
1/4 tsp. rosemary
1 tsp. dried oregano
3 c. torn lettuce greens
2 med. tomatoes,cut in wedges
1/2 c. crumbled feta cheese
Combine olive oil,red wine vinegar,Dijon mustard and lemon juice. Season top sirloin with salt,pepper,and seasoning salt to taste and sear on griddle. Slice very thin and combine with artichoke hearts,green beans,red onion,olives,bell pepper,parsley,mint,rosemary,and oregano. Toss with oil and vinegar mixture and chill. Serve on bed of torn greens and garnish with tomatoes and feta cheese.
This recipe is from the “Chuck’s On”Recipe Book, by Kern County CattleWomen
Submitted by Lou Holmes
For more great beef recipes visit www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com
Did you know………
……….that there are 29 lean cuts of beef that have less total fat and saturated fat than a skinless chicken thigh and these cuts have only 1.2 grams more saturated fat than a skinless chicken breast?
Compared to a skinless chicken breast,these same lean cuts of beef give you . . .
- 8 times more vitamin B12
- 6 times more zinc
- 3 times more iron
Some of your favorite cuts are included on this list –tri-tip,sirloin,t-bone,and 26 more!
Download a printable list of lean beef cuts with their calories and fat content.
For more beef nutrition information visit www.beefnutrition.org.
Greek Steak Salad
1 c. olive oil
1/2 c. red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 1/2 lb. top sirloin
14 oz. can artichoke hearts,drained and halved
1 c. frozen green beans
1 c. sliced red onion
1/2 c. sliced olives
1 c. red bell peppers,julienne sliced
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
1/4 tsp. dried mint
1/4 tsp. rosemary
1 tsp. dried oregano
3 c. torn lettuce greens
2 med. tomatoes,cut in wedges
1/2 c. crumbled feta cheese
Combine olive oil,red wine vinegar,Dijon mustard and lemon juice. Season top sirloin with salt,pepper,and seasoning salt to taste and sear on griddle. Slice very thin and combine with artichoke hearts,green beans,red onion,olives,bell pepper,parsley,mint,rosemary,and oregano. Toss with oil and vinegar mixture and chill. Serve on bed of torn greens and garnish with tomatoes and feta cheese.
This recipe is from the “Chuck’s On”Recipe Book, by Kern County CattleWomen
Submitted by Lou Holmes
For more great beef recipes visit www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com
Did you know………
……….that there are 29 lean cuts of beef that have less total fat and saturated fat than a skinless chicken thigh and these cuts have only 1.2 grams more saturated fat than a skinless chicken breast?
Compared to a skinless chicken breast,these same lean cuts of beef give you . . .
- 8 times more vitamin B12
- 6 times more zinc
- 3 times more iron
Some of your favorite cuts are included on this list –tri-tip,sirloin,t-bone,and 26 more!
Download a printable list of lean beef cuts with their calories and fat content.
For more beef nutrition information visit www.beefnutrition.org.
