Texas beef from farm to fork

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Nov 13, 12

By Amanda Hill

Nothing makes my mouth water more than a steak—cooked medium, perfectly light pink in the center—for dinner. When I was approached  to attend the Texas Beef Council‘s Farm to Fork event in Fort Worth a few weeks ago, I figured we’d be eating a lot of steak. My mouth was watering just thinking about it. Naturally, in the name of reporting, I agreed to attend.

I was right—we had delicious beef meals throughout the event. But we also learned a lot about the nutritional benefits of the 29 cuts of lean beef.

Good Ol’ Texas Chili

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Dec 30, 11

By Amanda Hill

We Texans love our chili. Everyone’s recipe is a little different—whether you make it with extra jalapenos, beans, no beans, thick, thin, venison or lean beef. It’s the perfect dinner option for a cold winter night.

At Texas Farm Bureau, we have an annual chili lunch, hosted by the Commodity and Regulatory Activities Division, to show our appreciation to the more than 300 employees who donate through our United Way campaign. It’s something we all look forward to time and again.

Ned Meister and his team use the Texas Beef Council’s Perini Ranch Steakhouse Chili recipe, and then each add a little twist to spice it up.

More than Big Tex and fair food

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Oct 11, 11

By Amanda Hill

Growing up in Dallas, the State Fair of Texas was a BIG deal. Each year, we got a day off from school to explore the sights, sounds and foods of our state’s great tradition. Since we lived in the suburbs, my brother and I were in awe of everything–the cowboys, livestock, foods and, of course, Big Tex.

This Texas tradition has an incredible history and represents the best of the Lone Star State. The State Fair of Texas began as the Dallas State Fair & Exposition in 1886 on virtually the same plot of land in East Dallas. For more than 125 years, millions of Texans have passed through the gates of Fair Park to get a taste of life in rural Texas.

Sweet Hawaiian Mini Burgers

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Oct 07, 11

By Kelly Bogard

Earlier this week, you may have seen my blog about a common misconception about beef. It sure had people fired up! Beef is high in protein and has some unique qualities that make it a healthy choice, especially for families.

Last Friday, I spent some time cooking with the Texas Beef Council and learning more about lean beef. You absolutely must try these Sweet Hawaiian Mini Burgers that we made! I know it doesn’t say anything about Texas in the name, but I really think you and your family will enjoy this recipe.

Beef is bad? I don’t think so!

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Oct 04, 11

By Kelly Bogard

Too much red meat? Beef is bad? I’ve heard lots of rumblings lately about how beef is bad for you and that we should eat less meat by joining the “Meatless Mondays” movement. I just don’t understand how something so nutrient-rich and delicious can be so evil.

Last week, I was invited to a gathering of Texas food bloggers, hosted by the Texas Beef Council.  Twenty of us “foodie” and “mommy” bloggers learned more about how nutritious lean beef is and how it can fit into a healthy lifestyle. After getting the facts, I thought I’d dispel a common misconception about beef that I’ve been hearing lately.