Contents
Beef Basics
Nutritional Information: Beef
How to Buy Beef
How to Store Beef
How to Cook Beef
Cuts of Beef
Flank
Short Plate
Foreshank
Brisket
Rib
Short Loin
Sirloin
Round
Chuck
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How to Store Beef
Beef can be stored in the refrigerator or the freezer.
How to Store Beef in the Refrigerator
How long you can store beef in the refrigerator depends on its cut, whether or not it’s ground, and whether or not it’s already cooked:
- Ground beef: Can be refrigerated for 1–2 days
- Steaks: Can be refrigerated for 2–3 days
- Roasts and cooked beef: Can be refrigerated for 3–4 days
How to Store Beef in the Freezer
- Ground or cooked beef: Can be frozen for 2–3 months
- Steaks and roasts: Can be frozen for 10–12 months
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