Category Archives: Minnesota Beef Council

Grilling Beef – Tips and Recipes

Nothing brings out the sizzle in beef like the power of the grill. Grilling is a healthy and fun way to enjoy your favorite beef cuts. With grilling season upon us, now is the perfect time to reclaim the meals … Continue reading

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Citrus-Marinated Beef & Fruit Kabobs

Cubes of Top Sirloin are marinated for flavor in a mixture of orange peel, cilantro and smoked paprika. They are then grilled alongside skewers of watermelon, peaches, and mango. Makes: 4 servings Total Recipe Time: 40 to 45 minutes Ingredients 1 pound … Continue reading

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Award Winning Recipes Showcase Lean Beef

It took just eight ingredients for home cook Abbie Argersinger of Austin, TX to wow the judges and become the winner of the 2013 National® Beef Cook-Off contest, funded by the Beef Checkoff.  Argersinger’s Cali-Avocado Steak Salad – which included … Continue reading

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Simple Beef & Potato Skillet Ole’

A winning recipe from the “Real-Worldly, Real Simple Beef & Potato Recipes” category of the 2013 National Beef Cook-Off Contest. Makes: 4 servings Total Recipe Time: 45 minutes Ingredients 1 boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1 inch thick (about 1 pound) 6 … Continue reading

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Wrangler’s Beef Chili

Serve this classic chili atop whole wheat noodles and offer kids a variety of toppings. Makes: 4 servings Total Recipe Time: 40 to 45 minutes Ingredients 1 pound ground beef (93% lean or leaner) ½ cup chopped onion 1 can (15 ounces) pinto … Continue reading

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Beef Appetizers to Impress Your Guests

Small plates, finger foods, appetizers or (if you’re really fancy) “hors d’oeuvres”. Whatever you call them—we’ve got the recipes you need right here for the perfect bite of beefy goodness. Beef Appetizers are great for any occasion, whether it is … Continue reading

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Beef and Couscous Stuffed Baby Bell Peppers

Tiny peppers are packed with Ground Beef, spinach and couscous for a colorful appetizer that’s easy on the waistline at only 35 calories each. Makes: 30 appetizers Total Recipe Time: 1 to 1 ¼ hours Ingredients 1 pound Ground Beef 15 baby sweet … Continue reading

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Win $100 in Beef Bucks!

The MN Beef Council will be doing a drawing for $100 in Beef Bucks each day of the fair. Stop by, register to win and pick up the latest in great beef recipes. Winners will be announced each day on … Continue reading

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Demystify Ground Beef: Understanding the Grinds

We understand it can be confusing—there are a lot of choices when it comes to Ground Beef. So let’s break it down and explain the common grinds and what dishes and recipes they’re best for.

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Where There’s a Grill There’s a Way.

Light and Healthy Grilling Recipes. May is beef month in Minnesota and the official kickoff to the grilling season.  Grilling season is finally here and beef is the star of the grill.  With beef prices on the rise we have … Continue reading

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