Beef Up Holiday Appetizers

This stunning salad is ideal for holiday dinners. It combines beef tenderloin with orange slices, pomegranate seeds, sea salt, and arugula. Get the recipe from Family Foodie. Thyme mayo compliments Certified Angus Beef ® brand tenderloin, caramelized shallots, and crusty bread. Recipe available from Wishes and Dishes. Simple, tasty roast beef is a great way to begin holiday …   Continue Reading

Beef 101: Make A Simple Standing Rib Roast

My go-to pick is the Standing Rib Roast. It’s the classic Christmas roast. The Big Kahuna of the dinner table. The show-stopper. The stuff of legend and family lore. The meal that will make YOU the reigning queen or king of holiday celebrations. Making it is simple – really simple. I promise!   Continue Reading

New York Strip: The Perfect Holiday Roast

New York strip roast is my favorite 'special occasion' cut of beef. It would earn applause at any table on its own, but pair it with a sweet cherry and chipotle glaze and you have the makings of an unforgettable feast! It's sweet ... there's heat ... and it's SIMPLE to prepare (though it looks like a million bucks!).  Continue Reading

Beef 101: There’s An App for That

'Tis the season to talk turkey, but I'd rather talk appetizers — specifically, beef appetizers. Most of us will be served the bird on Thanksgiving, but there are no rules (I checked!) that say you can't enjoy a little steak, too. After all, it's a day to be thankful. I'm betting the pilgrims would have loved to add a slice of sizzling beef to their list of blessings!  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

Braised Pot Roast with Root Vegetables

Today we’re in the kitchen with Margaret Coleman, assistant director of digital marketing. Enjoy other recipes in our 12 Roasts of Christmas series here! A flavorful, juicy, tender pot roast almost beats a steak in my book, and this Braised Pot Roast with Root Vegetables recipe did not disappoint. I’m not sure there could have …   Continue Reading

Cranberry Top Sirloin Roast

Cookies, candy, cakes and fudge … they’re delightful holiday treats, it’s true. But nothing welcomes friends, family or even colleagues to the table like a magnificent main course. The Cranberry Roast is a spectacular show-stopping entree. Certified Angus Beef ® chef Ashley Pado prepared this recipe and offers step-by-step instructions to show you just how easy …   Continue Reading

Tenderloin Roast with Horseradish Sauce

Our 12 Roasts of Christmas cooking series continues with this elegant tenderloin roast. Try other recipes and roasting tips! My husband, Jon, says the day I started to work for the Certified Angus Beef ® brand was the second happiest day of his life. We’re beef-eaters, you see, and he is a year-round grilling enthusiast. With …   Continue Reading

Prime Rib Roast with Vegetable Gravy

Prime Rib is a classic cut for special occasions and this recipe, prepared by Ashley Pado, chef at the Certified Angus Beef ® Education & Culinary Center, is an exceptional choice. The simplicity of the roast’s rich, beefy flavors paired with a sauce of roasted vegetables and stock, is delicious and elegant. Your dinner guests will be …   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

Sweet Cherry & Chipotle Strip Roast

Reminiscing around the dinner table is one of my favorite holiday traditions. Presents under the tree are nice, certainly, but sometimes the most memorable gift is a fabulous meal and an evening of lively conversation with dear ones. Next in our 12 Roasts of Christmas series is a sweet and spicy New York strip roast. It’s served …   Continue Reading

Creating traditions with Chef Michael Ollier

Editor’s note: this post submitted by Chef Michael Ollier We all have ideas of what Christmastime should be. Some of you probably spend the season baking and shopping for presents. Others may decorate with strands of colorful lights, attend church services, or deliver goodies to friends and neighbors. My wife, Anne Marie, was a professional …   Continue Reading

Steaks medium rare and books well done

Though I never fancy myself as much of a writer, I do consider myself an avid reader. In the past few months, I have been making a concerted effort to read food-related tomes, and have been deliciously pleased with the ones I’ve devoured, below. They may make good gifts for the foodie folks on your …   Continue Reading

Sweeten your holidays

Anthony Vidal, Hash House A Go Go corporate chef, is famous for flavorful food like his over-the-top mashed potato burger. His seasonal ideas are mighty tasty, too. Chef Anthony recently told us how his family adds a touch of sweetness to holiday celebrations. It’s a story that involves cranberries, brown sugar and a griddle … yum! Chef Anthony …   Continue Reading

Gather ye spices while ye may

Struggling to find the perfect gift idea for the person who has everything? By George, we’ve got it! The ideal gift … and it won’t rub anyone the wrong way. Make spice rubs for steaks and roasts. Gather some pretty plastic or glass bottles — heck, even a zipper-locking bag will do the trick. Then stir together your …   Continue Reading