DRIVING DEMAND: FOODSERVICE

DEMAND IS DIFFERENT AMID PANDEMIC, BUT WILL BUILD BACK STRONGER By: Abbie Burnett What costs most for a restaurant isn’t the meat, but an empty seat. Chef Joshua Moore of Volare Italian Ristorante in Louisville, Ky., remembers hearing that at a Certified Angus Beef® (CAB®) field day in Texas several years ago. It resonates even more after rounding a year of a pandemic. Just as ranchers know the wisdom of proactive investment, Moore knows…

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DRIVING DEMAND: RETAIL

By: Abbie Burnett Two million, four hundred and thirty-two thousand. That’s how many cattle it took to supply the 608 million pounds (lb.) of Certified Angus Beef® (CAB®) cuts sold by 3,000 retail partners in fiscal 2020. As the heavyweight champ in brand volume, retail accounts for 55% of total pounds sold. Brand sales have surpassed the supply of USDA Select beef because CAB retail licensees are partners in the mission, says David O’Diam, CAB…

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MADE-FROM-SCRATCH CORNED BEEF BRISKET

For best results use Certified Angus Beef ® brand MADE-FROM-SCRATCH CORNED BEEF BRISKET SERVES 8-10 Share your great taste! The best corned beef brisket made from scratch in a slow cooker. An ideally spiced brine infuses loads of flavor and ensures melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. INGREDIENTS: 4 pounds Certified Angus Beef ® brisket flat3 quarts water, divided3/4 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup kosher salt1 tablespoon curing salt, Instcure #1 (also known as Prague powder or saltpeter)2 teaspoons whole coriander seeds2 teaspoons…

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Study: Consumers still favor beef as protein source

K-State researchers are reporting that beef is consumed three times more often than plant-based proteins in the U.S. Researchers compare consumption of beef to plant-based protein alternatives MANHATTAN, Kan. – Consumers who prefer beef over plant-based protein alternatives said they are willing to pay nearly two dollars more per meal for a burger when dining at a restaurant, according to a study from Kansas State University. But, the same study notes, those who…

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Recipe: INSTANT POT TAMALES

The best beef tamales made in a fraction of the time with an Instant Pot. Follow this step-by-step recipe for an authentic Mexican dish your family will love. INGREDIENTS: 2 1/2 - 3 pounds Certified Angus Beef ® boneless chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes16 corn husks3 teaspoons adobo seasoning1 teaspoon canola oil4 dried guajillo chilies, seeded, stems removed and torn apart3 bay leaves1 cinnamon stick2 teaspoons coco powder2 teaspoons coffee2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon garlic…

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SELECT BEEF: WHO WANTS IT?

by Miranda Reiman What was exceptional yesterday is average today. That’s true in the cattle business and especially apparent in high-quality beef production. “Without paying attention to shifts in the market, it can be easy to assume what worked when you started still works now,” says Paul Dykstra, of the Certified Angus Beef ® (CAB®) brand. “It’s hard to argue there’s ever been true demand for Select, rather than simply a price point for those indifferent…

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Trends in nutrition for 2021 and beyond

Pandemic, increased knowledge lead to changes in perceptions of food, nutrition The pandemic and other factors in 2020 have not only changed the way consumers relate to food but also how they evaluate their food choices and perceive nutrition in general.   Preparing meals at home allows for greater flexibility and personalization in food choices. With unprecedented access to research-based information as well as new technological tools, consumers are better understanding the connection…

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BEEF, SHIITAKE & SWEET POTATO POT PIES

For best results use Certified Angus Beef ® brand BEEF, SHIITAKE & SWEET POTATO POT PIES SERVES 6 Share your great taste! Use leftover roast to make these hearty beef pot pies with shiitake mushrooms, sweet potatoes, rich sauce and flaky crust. Classic comfort food at a whole new delicious level! INGREDIENTS: 1 pound Certified Angus Beef ® leftover roast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes2 1/2 cups beef stock1 ounce dried shiitake mushrooms (18-20), cut in 1/4-inch slices6 tablespoons butter1…

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Make Every Bite Count: USDA, HHS Release Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025

(Washington, D.C., December 29, 2020) – Nutrition in America took a major step forward today with the publication of Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025. Jointly published by the U.S. Departments of Agriculture (USDA) and Health and Human Services (HHS) every five years, the guidelines provide science-based recommendations designed to foster healthy dietary patterns for Americans of all ages – from birth through older adults. Importantly, this edition expands the guidance, for the first time…

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Recipe: INSTANT POT BRISKET BAKED GRILLED CHEESE

For best results use Certified Angus Beef ® brand SERVES 4 Share your great taste! This recipe takes the classic and beloved grilled cheese sandwich, and elevates it with big, beefy flavor. Tender, juicy brisket is seared, then cooked in an instant pot with chipotle peppers, red onion and garlic. The meaty mixture is then added to toasted sourdough bread and topped with cheese. Perfection! INGREDIENTS: 2 pounds Certified Angus Beef ® brisket flat, cut into 2-inch cubes2 teaspoons…

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