From National Cattlemen’s Beef Association | BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com There are two reasons you might want to use a marinade: to help add flavor or to tenderize. Whatever your goal is, it’s important to know your beef cut and to plan ahead. While marinades may contain similar ingredients, the key to adding flavor or tenderizing is the…
Refrigerator and Freezer Storage Guidelines
Here are recommended storage times for maximum quality, courtesy of National Cattlemen’s Beef Association: Beef Cut Refrigerator 35 – 40 F Freezer 0 F or below Fresh Beef From Purchase Date Steaks, Roasts 3 to 4 days 6 to 12 months Beef for stew, kabobs or stir-fry 2 to…
Crock Pot Southwestern Pot Roast or Italian Beef
INGREDIENTS 3 pound Chuck Roast 1 package dry ranch (regular or spicy) 1 package brown gravy 1 stick of butter Sport Peppers or Pepperoncini’s (optional) Carrots Potatoes DIRECTIONS Place roast in crock pot. Place stick of butter on top of roast. Add carrots and potatoes. Scatter dry ranch and dry gravy evenly. Add peppers (optional)…
White Chicken Chili
INGREDIENTS 3 15 oz cans of Cannellini Beans rinsed and drained 1 onion chopped 2 14.5 oz cans chicken broth 1 cup water 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (2 whole breasts) 1 Tablespoon ground cumin 1 Tablespoon dried oregano 1 Tablespoon of salt 1 Tablespoon pepper 3 Tablespoons of green chilies DIRECTIONS Add all…
Taco Pie
INGREDIENTS 1 package taco seasoning mix 2 1/2 cups mashed potatoes (I used pre-packaged instant) 1 pound ground beef 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup salsa 1 cup shredded lettuce 1 medium tomato, chopped 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Sour cream, optional DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, mix mashed…