Ground beef has been enjoyed since the ancient times. Many historians say that ground beef was a popular choice among Russians in medieval times where they were the first to flavor beef with various herbs and spices. The beef industry has taken a lot of heat as of late because of the safety and the handling of the product. The USDA has developed a rating system to tell the consumer the level of quality of meat they’re about to buy. Prime is the highest rating and indicates that an exceptional quality of flavorful fat is present in the meat. High quality natural
ground beef offers many health benefits that include:
·High-quality protein
·Nutrient-dense source of iron
·Provides Zinc
·Large amount of Vitamin B12
The history of beef has long been associated with flavor and taste. As more beef information becomes available so do the tremendous amount of recipes using healthy beef. Beef research has led us to many new choices of beef like organic meat, grass fed beef, hormone free beef, and natural beef. Buying the best beef allows the consumer to enjoy old methods with these new exciting choices of lean beef. One popular type of organic meat is the Angus beef. This type of beef is healthier than most of the meat products available in the market. Angus has a high level of omega-3 fatty acids, which has numerous health benefits along with having anti-cancer effects. The omega-3 comes from the grass that the Angus is being fed. With that being said, if the cattle eat only grass, their meat will be safer to consume. Here are some fun appetizers that include Angus beef:
·Asian Nachos
·Barbecue Bites
·Beef Teriyaki Egg Rolls
·Certified Angus Beef Bites
·Low-carb Latin Lettuce Wraps
·Southwest Quesadillas
The Angus burger is made of tender beef and is favorite choice at many restaurants and steakhouses across the U.S. With the versatility of this meat, it allows us to create delicious alternatives to the classic American dish. The Ultimate Mushroom Burger is a mouth watering item packed with flavor and nutrition. Start by seasoning the Angus with salt and pepper and grill to desired doneness. Brush both sides of the portabellas with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper, grill 10 minutes per side. Melt butter in a medium fry pan. Add sliced mushrooms and sherry, and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes over medium heat. To assemble, top each portabella with a burger, add mushroom slices and grated cheese. Move to the top shelf of the grill and close the lid until the cheese is soft and melted. Enjoy this quick meal using Angus beef.
Josh Rafferty
Josh was one of 16 fighters from across the United States to compete on The Ultimate Fighter Season 1, which airs on Spike TV still today. As a Mixed Martial Arts Veteran, Josh has had over 25 fights since 1998 and continues his career into 2009. Josh is also a coach and mentor to many amateur and professional fighters in his hometown of Cincinnati, OH. 
