Beef

What Is Beef?

Beef comes from cattle, which are special animals called Bos taurus. People cook beef in many tasty ways, like making steak or hamburgers. Beef gives us important nutrients such as protein, iron, and vitamin B12.

Fun Facts About Beef

Beef can be cooked to be a little soft or very soft, and people enjoy it in many styles. Some beef is ground up for hamburgers, while other pieces are used for roasts. Different places have special names for their favorite beef cuts.

Where Beef Comes From

Long ago, people hunted wild cattle called aurochs. Later, they learned to raise cattle so they could get meat, milk, and even leather. Today, many countries raise cattle, with the United States, Brazil, and China being the top producers.

Special Ways People Enjoy Beef

Some cultures and religions do not eat beef. For example, in India, many people respect cows and do not eat them. Other groups have their own rules about eating beef during certain times of the year.