Tag: beef

Passion, from farm gate to dinner plate

Passion. Inspiration. Integrity. An unwavering focus on quality. An insistence on delivering the best to the table. This unique and powerful partnership was celebrated recently at Charleston, S.C.’s noted Oak Steakhouse, where Chef Jeremiah Bacon welcomed Kevin and Lydia Yon, Angus farmers from nearby Ridge Spring, S.C., for an evening of exceptional food and celebration of their shared ground.  Continue Reading

You’ll Be Smokin’ Hot With A Few Tips

There’s nothing like the aroma of wood smoke and awesome flavors of a well-smoked meal. Smoking does take some finesse and knowledge, but it shouldn’t be seen as a skill that's difficult and only for grilling experts. With a little time and practice everyone can become an expert. So grab your wood chips!  Continue Reading

You want healthy? Eat lean beef!

Premium beef like the Certified Angus Beef ® brand delivers superior flavor — if you're reading this blog chances are you're aware of that fact. But beyond its crave-worthy taste and singular eating experience, what's really important is a balanced, nutritious meal — right?   Continue Reading

Beef 101: The story

owboys and chefs, ranchers and restaurateurs — they work together to bring tasty, tender, juicy Certified Angus Beef ® brand steaks, burgers and roasts to the table. It's a pasture to plate process and all parties strive to live up to the brand's impeccable standards. After all, it's not called 'Angus beef at its best' for nothin'.  Continue Reading

Beef 101: Any way you slice it

You may not be one to 'go against the grain' but when it comes to slicing beef that's exactly what you want to do. Slicing against the grain means a shorter distance between muscle fibers for a better bite. Chef Michael Ollier gets to the meat of the matter in this quick video:  Continue Reading

It’s Spring! Let’s Wrap and Roll

I set out to celebrate spring with a fancy recipe. I'll admit — I was hoping to wow the folks seated around my table with Thai spring rolls. The end result was definitely delicious, but it was a battle to the finish. You see, I've never used spring roll wrappers before. I quickly discovered they are not for the timid. Getting the hang of 'em takes a bit of practice!  Continue Reading

Stir, fry and a wok through history

Stir frying meat and vegetables is one of my favorite last-minute dinner solutions. Sure, I attempt to make weekly meal plans but schedules and the best laid plans fall apart. In a pinch, slicing beef and veggies and serving over a bed of rice — or not — keeps my hungry crowd happy.  Continue Reading

View from the table: Beef and Bourbon Dinner

You may have enjoyed a wine tasting or two, and maybe you've attended a pairing dinner — several courses, each accompanied by a particular wine that enhances the flavor of the food. But a bourbon dinner featuring exquisitely aged house-made liquor paired with the Certified Angus Beef ® brand ?! Legendary. It's the stuff of foodie dreams.  Continue Reading

Make steaks even when the sun won’t shine

Worry no more, fair weather friends. You CAN serve satisfying sizzle in the midst of the downpour thanks to several cooking techniques that deliver mouthwatering steaks in minutes. They may not have the smoky, charred fresh-off-the-grill flavor, but they'll certainly please your taste buds and be good to the last tender bite!  Continue Reading

Deep in the heart of a world-class barbecue

Demeris Barbecue, a family-owned Houston barbecue specialist since 1964, operates two restaurants year-round and an extensive catering division known for its quality menus and service. It’s also the culinary force behind the popular “Those Texans” tent at the Bar-B-Que, serving up a variety of tender and juicy Certified Angus Beef ® brand brisket, as well as spicy pork ribs, Texas-style sausage, and all the best bites on the side.  Continue Reading

Beef 101: best in class

The grading scale has been on our minds since we were youngsters in elementary school. We're taught to work hard and earn good grades, achieve top honors and make the mark. Good grades are a sign of achievement and top-notch quality.  Continue Reading

You’re gonna like Jersey Mike’s

This post was written by freelance writer Laura Conaway. Calling Jersey Mike’s a sub shop seems like an understatement. It’s a chain of restaurants that maintains a local vibe where quite often, everyone really does know your name. The folks at Jersey Mike’s put premium quality and freshness at the forefront of their business model. …   Continue Reading

Finding comfort in the kitchen

You would think that after decades of practice (no, I’m not going to say how many!) I would be used to the realities of wintertime in a Northern state. Alas, this is not the case. Those who are nearest and dearest to me will attest — my mood is directly correlated with the temperatures. When …   Continue Reading

When less is more

So you’re looking to reduce some things in the new year … perhaps it’s your waistline, your coffee consumption, even your phone bill. I understand. New Year’s resolutions are a just cause but they can get the best, and worst, of us. I’ve found that success depends on my ability to maintain my strength and soldier …   Continue Reading

Apps for New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve is hours away. I’m not traveling to Time Square (you either?) or attending a festive gala at a fancy steakhouse (a great idea, though!). Small gatherings are my style. An intimate mix of family or a few close friends, and a variety of decadent finger foods to say ‘out with the old …   Continue Reading

Standing Rib Roast

“Splurge” has come to be kind of a taboo word, implying excess and irresponsibility. But, if you think carefully at what a splurge is truly supposed to mean — an occasional indulgence to be savored — it suddenly seems a lot better. In my book, that’s what the holiday season is all about. Mind you, …   Continue Reading

Garlic and Rosemary Strip Roast

Here’s the next recipe in our 12 roasts of Christmas blog series. Step into the kitchen with Melissa Brewer, Certified Angus Beef ® brand Director of Public Relations. Eating has always been one of my favorite things to do, but as anyone who knows me would share, cooking is not! So, you can imagine the …   Continue Reading

Easy Beef Pot Roast

Written and prepared by former intern, Laura Conaway. Christmastime for my family is a busy time. As a kid growing up on a cattle ranch, every sunrise brought with it a new day of excitement and adventure, but there were some days, just a few, where I longed to live alongside the beach or river. …   Continue Reading

German Pot Roast with Mushroom Leek Sauce

One of my favorite childhood holiday memories is the savory aroma of the celebratory feast permeating from Mom’s kitchen. It spread to every corner of the house and encouraged us to gather round the table with anticipation. To this day, the smell of a holiday roast takes me back to my childhood and those magical …   Continue Reading

Flank Steak Roulade

We’re celebrating the holidays with sizzle! Join us for the 12 roasts of Christmas — our favorite cuts, greatest tips and step-by-step instructions from our kitchens to yours. Preheat your oven, get out your carving knife and join us as we toast the roast! Chef Michael’s Flank Steak Roulade is an exceptionally tasty and fanciful …   Continue Reading

When in doubt stir the pot

Ever have a day that demands comfort food and perhaps the satisfying whack of a sharp blade against wood? Yeah. Me, too. Some days just require a bit of ‘stewing’ — over issues, challenges and in this case, a stock pot. In a bad mood? Stir the pot — literally. It’s extremely therapeutic! I began …   Continue Reading

Man made

Guys, let’s face it.When it comes to marriage, try as we may, we generally receive FAR more than we ever give. That’s not to say we don’t have valid reasons for it, though. Your neighbor can’t be expected to drink that beer around his backyard fire all by himself. How can the Browns possibly win …   Continue Reading

Cheesy celebration

Today we’re celebrating the humble cheeseburger! A beefy, juicy burger, topped with your favorite condiments, cheeses and spices … grilled to perfection. Check out some of our favorite cheeseburger recipes here!  Continue Reading

The Big Dipper

The writers here at GoRare.com are avid food fanatics. We’re not professionals, but we’re passionate about tasty bites and recently, we decided to be more adventurous in our home kitchens. We made a plan to prepare beef dishes we’ve never tried before — some difficult, some easy but all a first attempt by the people …   Continue Reading

Hooray for Hollywood and Serious Barbecue

My first trip to Hollywood … home of celebrities, palm trees and the shiniest star: chef Adam Perry Lang’s Serious Barbecue pop-up shop in the back lot of Jimmy Kimmel Live! When I arrived at the pop-up, the first thing Adam proudly showed me was a beautifully crusted hunk of protein, and after trying, I …   Continue Reading

Meet Chuck Denver

I say “meet” because I’m working under the assumption that you’ve never met Chuck. Not many have, as a matter of fact.You can find him in the meat case at some grocery stores. Maybe even in the cooler at your favorite restaurant. And if you treat him well, Chuck Denver can be your best friend. Chuck …   Continue Reading

Secrets to great steaks {part 2}

Imagine the sizzling aroma of beef meeting flame when you toss a T-bone on the grill. Rich beef flavor, a satisfying bite and mouthwatering juiciness are the reasons classic steaks like ribeye, strip and filet mignon are so popular. In addition to familiar favorites, though, consider a few new favorites that are not only delicious, …   Continue Reading

Serving sizzle RingSide

As executive chef at one of the premier steakhouses in the country, Chris Turke deals with hundreds of huge cuts of succulent, tender beef on a daily basis. But ask the chef from Portland, Oregon’s acclaimed RingSide Steakhouse Eastside location about the best steak he’s ever eaten, and he’ll respond without hesitation. “It was last …   Continue Reading

Steak in, not stirred, with a twist

Cheers to you on National Martini Day, because we know sometimes, you’re not as thirsty as you are hungry. You’re not as ready to unwind as you are to celebrate with a hearty hoorah. Sometimes you want a glass that is neither half empty, nor half full. You want a glass that is — quite simply —overflowing …   Continue Reading

Day in the life of an Ohio meat cutter, part 2

Yesterday we left readers wondering … what problem could crop up during a seemingly normal day as a meat cutter? As it turns out, it wouldn’t be a normal day if there weren’t some challenges … It’s not often that problems arise in DiBiasio’s department, but when they do, it’s when he appreciates his team the …   Continue Reading

Day in the life of an Ohio meat cutter

Our Day in the Life series continues as we check in at early o’clock to follow a meat cutter through his routine. It’s just after 3 a.m. when Pat DiBiasio’s alarm clock lets out its morning tirade to an unwelcoming audience of two. After this many years, his wife has grown so used to the …   Continue Reading

A Day In the Life of A Rancher part 1

It takes a heap of work, coordination and planning to get a tasty steak from pasture to plate. In honor of National Beef Month, we decided to check in with the people who devote their life’s work to providing, cooking and delivering the Certified Angus Beef ® brand to your table. Come along with us and experience a “Day in the Life” of these fine folks.  Continue Reading

Lighten Your Lunch

Pairing a fresh salad with protein-packed and flavorful Certified Angus Beef ® roast beef is a quick, delicious way to try something delicious — and wholesome — at lunchtime. Hearty enough to satisfy the biggest appetites, but light enough to please your health-conscious side, it’s a balanced choice that’s easy to put together. Think deli …   Continue Reading