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Tender Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

A quick soak in alkaline solution made with baking soda is a common Chinese culinary technique called “velveting”. The alkaline modifies the protein structure of the meat to boost juiciness, tenderness, and optimize browning. Prep the vegetables while the beef marinates and you’ll have this restaurant favourite on the table in no time. Recipe adapted from the original developed by Christina Chow.

Beef Kofta Curry

Ditch the take-out and make this delicious curry at home instead – it comes together in under an hour. Serve with the traditional accompaniment of rice or naan, or even with thick slices of sourdough bread. Recipe adapted from the original developed by Life with Fariha.

Beef Bulgogi Dumplings (3 ways)

An easy and delicious beef bulgogi dumpling recipe that allows you to say “no” to frozen store-bought dumplings forever! Dumplings are filled with seasoned cooked ground beef,  scallion, fresh napa cabbage, sweet carrots, ginger, onions and garlic. Recipe developed by Christina Chow

Air-Fryer Middle Eastern Style Beef Kebab Pizza

Make-Ahead Homemade Beef Burgers

After stocking these yummy Make-Ahead Homemade beef burgers in the freezer, you may never go back to thin, pre-made frozen patties. This beef burger recipe works well for meatballs too!

Mexican Beef Steak Quesadillas

Made with beef fast-fry steaks, these quesadillas are super fast and easy. You can't go wrong with this quesadilla recipe — kids of all ages love them. In summer, you can prepare the quesadilla on the grill (see Grill Option).

Greek-Style Grilled Beef Steak and Couscous Salad

This unique warm main-course salad recipe is bursting with flavour and the goodness of Canadian Beef. If you’re really time-pressed, use a prepared vinaigrette-style Greek dressing for the scratch made marinade and salad dressing. You can substitute any chopped fresh green herb for the parsley – maybe some new chives from your garden?

Beer-Soaked Beef Rotisserie Roast

If you're having a gang over, or just want to ensure leftovers for another meal, try this beer-soaked beef roast recipe on the rotisserie.

Super Roast Beef Sandwich

Here's a great way to get an extra meal from leftover roast beef. For a do-it-yourself sandwich buffet, set out a platter of thinly sliced roast beef with condiments such as pepper jelly and Dijon, some crumbled or thinly sliced cheese and baby arugula. Even broken pecans or walnuts are a nice touch as a topping. Make sandwiches with Kaiser buns for a he-man style sandwich.

Garlic Studded Roast Beef

In this recipe, slivers of garlic infuse the beef with rich, garlicky flavour. “Roast was nicely browned and extremely tender and flavourful. Nice pink colour throughout. All in all, an extremely successful test with great results.” —Reader Comment

Clever Ground Beef Quesadillas

These mildly spiced, nutrient-packed beef quesadillas are more of a meal than the traditional cheese recipe.

The Better Taco Salad

This pretty salad is a healthy alternative to the traditional nacho platter. Makes eight 1-1/2 cup (375 mL) servings.

Beef Taco Construction

Lean Ground Beef Sirloin simmers in mild Mexican flavours to make this easy family-pleasing recipe. Add some fun by letting the kids assemble their own – just serve the meal as components on a large tray or platter. It means less work for you and more fun for them!

CURRY in a HURRY

Add coconut milk and curry paste to your pantry for a beef curry that's faster than take-out!

Cowboy Ground Beef and Bean Casserole

Round up your posse with this yummy quick and easy one-pot casserole. This retro-inspired recipe packs in some serious nutrition. Top with grated cheese to get all four food groups in each serving. Each serving is an excellent source of zinc and a very high source of fibre.

Cabbage Roll Casserole

This recipe is like a cross between traditional cabbage rolls and lasagna -- but much faster and easier to make than either! This wholesome casserole contains 3 out of the 4 food groups as recommended by Canada's Food Guide and is high in protein, low in fat and 100% gluten-free.

Speedy Mexicali Beef Chili

This is a snap to pull together with simple pantry ingredients. Use it to fill tortillas and bake as a casserole (see Chili Enchiladas below) or just serve from the pot with wedges of baked tortilla. If you prefer a fiery version, add a teaspoon or so chopped canned chipotle peppers.

Chunky Beef Chili

Cook large batches of this chili recipe and freeze in family-sized portions for use within 2 or 3 months. For a quick meal, defrost and reheat on the stove or in the microwave for a hearty beef chili in minutes.

Italian-Style Beef Hamburger Soup

This simple version of minestrone can be made with just about whatever vegetables you have in the fridge or freezer and Lean Ground Beef Sirloin.

MMMMM-Minestrone

Nothing says home quite as well as enjoying a bowl of this hearty homemade soup. Spaghetti is the perfect pasta for speedy soup since it cooks in just minutes. Each serving is an excellent source of zinc and vitamin A.

Speedy Skillet Steak with Rapid Ratatouille

Minute or Fast-fry Steaks make the perfect speedy weeknight dinner.

Cowboy Cupcakes

These little lasagnas are easy to make and are the perfect nosh for game night at home or a tailgate party out at the field. One easy recipe makes many and kids love them too. Switch-up the flavours to make the mix Mexican or Greek versions – variety is the spice of life!

All Family Big Batch Beef Chili

Adapted from a recipe by Chef Jean-Francois Fortin of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this chili makes a big pot – perfect for when you have the gang over or want to stock your freezer with speedy weeknight dinners. The seasoning is quite mild so if you want to spice it up, serve with some hot sauce or add ½ tsp chili pepper flakes while sautéing the seasonings.

Beef Steak Pho (Noodle Soup)

Make with thinly sliced prime rib or strip loin steaks. You can make your own pho flavoured beef broth (see Tip below) or buy ready-made. Serve the soup with hot sauce and soy sauce.