You may be wondering: is grass-fed beef really that much different than the conventional grain-fed?       

               

The man of the house loves that marbling of the grain-fed that we have always bought.         

Is it really worth the change? 

 

Will this actually affect my family's health?

 

Yes!                   

                                                           

Here are some of the health benefits of cooking with grass-fed beef, as well as cooking tips and links to recipes.  

 

Fed on fresh grass from chemical-free soil that is responsibly conserved and enriched, this meat is nutrient-dense.

• First, there are fewer calories per pound in the grass-fed meat.

• Second, it also has omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, antioxidants, potential anticarcinogenic effects, and 3 essential electrolytes that can help manage and prevent muscle contractions.

• Then too, compared to conventional beef, there is 400% more Vitamin A from beta-carotene, and Vitamin E, as well being very high in Vitamin B.

• Finally, it is an amazing source of CLA (conjugated linoleic acid), which is a fat that fights cancer, obesity, diabetes, and some immune disorders.

How Does it Taste?

First, consider the texture.  This beef is more lean and thus "meatier" in texture. Because it is leaner, it can be chewier.  If you like the sinewiness of brisket, then you will enjoy grass-fed beef. It has a depth of flavor that leads to an appreciation of its leanness. 

Is the marbling of your steak indispensable?  Well, sometimes all that fat can actually interfere with the texture of your tender steak.  Also, consider that grass-fed beef enhances the healthy fats that are imbedded in the meat tissue. 

Adding a healthy oil to your meat with moisture-rich vegetables, or using a salt and spice rub marinade ahead of time, will make your roasts and steaks melt in your mouth when cooked.

Ultimately, if you want to take the saturated fats that are without nutrition out of your diet, then you can make up for the marbling in other healthy– and tasty– ways.

 

Recipes for the tender feast you are looking for:

Tips for Cooking Grass fed Beef

Easy Beef Top Sirloin Kabobs Recipe (grasslandbeef.com)