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Article: FAT CONTENT IS THE KEY TO BUYING GROUND BEEF
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- Post-Tribune (IN)
- Article date:
- April 1, 1992
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BEEF
Whether you're making meatballs, burgers or a casserole, you need to know that all ground beef is not created equal, especially when you're trying to curb fat.
Most ground beef products are labeled according to meat industry and government guidelines. The distinction between types of ground beef is indicated on the label. (Ground beef cannot be less than 70 percent lean.)
For the least number of calories, look for low-fat ground beef (90 percent lean), which contains about 149 calories and 7 grams of fat for a 3-ounce broiled serving. Lean ground beef (80 percent lean) contains about 228 calories and 15 grams of fat ...