Broiling uses an overhead high heat to cook food and is a simple and healthy way to prepare burgers. Along with the meat cooking quickly, broiling pans are designed to allow the fat to drip off while cooking. The trick with broiling is to time the...
Full-fat ground beef has a reputation for being high in calories and bad for your heart, but leaner choices can be healthy components in most balanced diets. Extra-lean ground beef with 7 percent fat can make nutritious hamburgers, as well as...
Ground beef comes in a variety of different fat and lean percentages. Typical percentages you will find at your local store are 70 percent lean, 80 percent lean, 90 percent lean or 95 percent lean. Depending on your butcher, you may get a...
Eighty-five percent lean ground beef is comprised of 15 percent fat by weight. According to the definition set forth by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, a meat must contain less than 10 g of fat, 4.5 g of saturated fat and less than 95 mg of...
Beef, especially ground beef, generally has a bad reputation in the nutrition world due to its saturated fat content. Because the saturated fat is ground into the meat, it’s more difficult to remove than with a steak or whole piece of beef...
Although ground chuck and 80 percent lean ground beef are similar in taste and composition, the two have notable differences. Ground chuck and 80 percent lean ground beef offer varying amounts of protein, fat and calories, so your personal...
Many people opt for ground turkey over ground beef because they think it is healthier. In some cases, it might be the better choice, but you might be surprised to find that ground turkey can contain just as much fat and calories as ground beef and...
A dish made of lean ground beef freezes well, and the leanness ensures that your meal is free of unnecessary levels of calories and fat. Freezing prepared dishes is especially useful if you've found a bargain on lean ground beef, which is usually...
Ground round beef -- whether shaped into patties, used as a foundation for chili or spaghetti sauce, baked into a casserole or simmered into a stew -- is a versatile source of high-quality protein. MayoClinic.com endorses using 90 percent lean...
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, or USDA, ground beef is the most commonly used beef product in the country. It is unique, however, in that there is such a wide range of lean and fat content ground beef available in retail stores....
Ground beef is a popular ingredient in the American diet. It is used to make several popular dishes, including hamburgers, meatloaf, meat balls, tacos and casseroles. Ground beef comes in few varieties that differ in their fat percentage. Cut...
Cooking hamburgers in a pan is best accomplished on the stove top. You can achieve a nice brown color while keeping the middle of the burger juicy. Making your own hamburgers with lean ground beef gives you a lower fat and lower calorie burger...
Classic lasagna typically includes ground beef, lasagna noodles, tomato sauce and various cheeses. It is one of those classic comfort foods and -- like most comfort foods -- it can provide you with a massive dose of calories and fat. However, by...
Ground beef varies considerably in its fat content. Very lean ground beef contains 96 percent lean meat and just 4 percent fat. Lean ground beef can come from round steak, sirloin or chuck meat. Lean ground beef lowers your saturated fat intake....
While there are countless ways to make hamburgers to suit all tastes, you can use several tips and techniques to make any hamburger juicy and tastier. No matter what ingredients you use to top or accompany your burger, your meat selection,...
Turkey burgers are lean, containing approximately half the fat of 80 percent lean ground beef hamburgers and about the same amount of fat as 95 percent lean ground beef hamburgers. Pan-frying turkey burgers is a great way to enjoy a reduced-fat...
Consumers wishing to trim fat from the diet without giving up hamburgers and meatballs completely turn to leaner varieties of ground beef. A package of ground beef labeled "93% lean" or "93/7 ground beef" contains just seven percent fat when raw....
Sloppy Joes are a favorite dinnertime treat in many households. You can put these savory sandwiches on the table in less than half an hour. Round out the meal with a colorful green salad and a side of baked French fries for a nutritious,...
In the 1950s people weren't afraid of eating fat, and they didn't have nonstick pans, which weren't introduced until 1961. To cook a hamburger 1950s style, you need meat that's no less than 30 percent fat and a bare-metal surfaced pan. In the...
Meatloaf is a quick, inexpensive and easy family favorite for dinner. While the meat part of the meatloaf can be any type of ground meat - such as turkey, lamb, chicken, sausage of combinations -- most people expect meatloaf to be made from ground...
Incorporate ground beef with Italian pasta sauce, then finish the dish with a substantial biscuit-like crust for a satisfying one-dish meal that is table-ready in about an hour. Add a fresh green salad to make the meal even better. A few minor...
High cholesterol is a major concern for many people, especially those who have a history of heart attacks. The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute states that having a high blood cholesterol level can lead to heart disease and strokes....
Creamed beef is typically made with chipped beef, which has been dried, salted and sliced very thin. It can also be made with ground beef. The beef is added to a simple sauce made with flour, butter and milk and seasoned with ground black pepper....
Calculating calorie content from carbohydrates, protein and fat is a simple mathematical equation. Every carbohydrate has four calories per gram; protein also has four calories per gram; and fat has nine calories per gram. Food manufacturers are...
Both lean ground beef and fresh cabbage are healthy, filling additions to any diet. When you combine the two ingredients to make hamburger cabbage soup, you create a flavorful, fiber- and protein-rich meal. The soup is typically made in a slow...
By cooking meatballs in a slow cooker such as a Crock-Pot, you can enjoy a burst of flavor, as the sauce, seasonings and herbs infuse through the meat. Use lean ground beef, or add variety with savory Italian sausage. Serve bowls of steaming hot...
Big, juicy burgers at a restaurant are delicious, but they do come with a few problems. Dining out is expensive, and even if you can afford it, restaurant-style burgers often have more fat and calories than you'd like. Not to worry. With a few...
Hamburger aficionados might argue that the only way to cook this American favorite is on a grill. If the fire of a barbecue is not available, do not discount the results of your stovetop. A cast-iron skillet or non-stick grill pan are worthy...
Extra-lean ground turkey makes it possible for turkey to take center stage at mealtime throughout the year. Packed with essential nutrients, this ground poultry offers an attractive alternative to higher-fat meat products, providing a simple way...
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