2025 Beef Month
May is Beef Month in Kentucky! As Kentuckians we celebrate our state in so many ways, but especially when it comes to Basketball, Bourbon and BEEF! Cattle farming is a Kentucky tradition dating back to the 1700s. Today, Kentucky is home to more than 32,000 cattle farmers working hard, through any challenge, to produce high quality beef for your family. To celebrate this year we have gone digital! Make sure to follow along on our social platforms as we highlight producers, recipes and our communities.
Featured Recipes
Help us celebrate the start of summer and Beef Month this May with our brand-new 2025 grilling recipes! These mouthwatering dishes are guaranteed to be the star of any cookout. Featuring budget-friendly cuts like ground beef, flat iron, skirt, and flank steaks, our recipes are perfect for feeding a crowd without breaking the bank. Get ready to fire up the grill and make this summer unforgettable—one delicious bite at a time!
Classic Beef Cheeseburgers
Crafted with 93% lean ground beef and seasoned with a steak blend, these burgers are grilled to perfection and topped with your choice of cheese, lettuce, and tomato, all nestled in a toasted bun.
Beef Bruschetta with Roasted Garlic-feta spread
This appetizer combines slices of flat iron steak with a creamy spread made from roasted garlic and feta cheese, all served atop toasted ciabatta bread. It's a savory twist on traditional bruschetta that's sure to impress.
peruvian Steak kabobs
These kabobs consist of marinated beef and fresh vegetables, grilled and served with a tangy chili-lime sauce. They can be prepared on a griddle, grill, or over charcoal, offering versatility and a taste of Peruvian cuisine.
cowboy marinated skirt steak with corn salad
This dish features skirt steak marinated in a blend of vegetable oil, fresh lime juice, garlic, sweet paprika, and other spices. It's grilled and served alongside a refreshing corn salad, making it a flavorful and hearty meal.Celebrate Beef Month the Best Way—With Beef!
There’s no better way to honor Beef Month than by firing up the grill and supporting the hardworking folks behind every delicious bite. Whether you’re buying from your local grocery store or directly from a producer, you’re making a difference in the beef industry.
Want to take it a step further? Check out our Local Beef Directory to find producers near you and enjoy farm-fresh beef straight from the source!
Grilling 101
Grilling is one of the most exciting ways to enjoy beef. Whether cooking on a gas or charcoal grill, in the backyard or at a tailgate, this cooking method provides maximum flavor and optimal tenderness.
Let's explore tips to make all your grilling adventures a success.
PREP PAYS OFF
Some grill experts emphasize the importance of bringing steaks to room temperature before grilling, but we don’t recommend it for food safety reasons. Likewise, our cooking chart is based on the meat going directly from chill to grill. So plan on pulling the meat from the fridge, seasoning well, and getting started right away.
FIRE IT UP
Make sure your grill is clean (to prevent flare-ups) and the rack is well-oiled (to prevent sticking). If you’re using charcoal, follow the directions for how much you’ll need and how to build the charcoal pile. For gas grills, refer to your owner’s manual and set the grill to medium-high
GRILL, BABY, GRILL
Use an ovenproof or instant-read thermometer to monitor doneness, and let it go—don’t flip the steaks so much! One flip is usually all you need, but take care to avoid charring or burning and be ready to turn down the heat (or move to a cooler spot on the grill) if necessary. Keep in mind the internal temperature will continue to rise for a few minutes after coming off the grill.
REST & RELAX
Here’s another step novice cooks often overlook: resting the meat before serving—even if you’re hungry. It’s seriously worth the wait, because it prevents all those tasty juices from draining onto your plate. For most grill-friendly cuts, about five minutes is enough.
FINISHING TOUCHES
If you're slicing the steak before serving, be sure to go across the grain. There’s no shortage of tips for assembling a great burger. For steaks, we recommend topping them off with compound butter or serving with a sauce.