Fall favorites start with beef.
The joy of cooking starts with beef.
Favorite Fall Recipes
Recipe Collections
30 Minutes or Less
With a few common ingredients and a little kitchen know-how, you've got a nutritious meal on the table in 30 minutes or less. Try these recipes when time is tight.
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Ground Beef Favorites
There’s almost nothing easier than a meal with Ground Beef. From fried rice to tacos, here are some of our favorite Ground Beef recipes.
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Best. School. Lunch. EVER!
It's back-to-school time! Use these simple, nutritious, tasty recipes to make sure your kids bring their favorites to school every day.
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5 Ingredients or Less
Since when does a recipe need to include a refrigerator’s worth of ingredients and a novel-sized step list? We’re all for keeping it simple, which is why we’ve put together this great collection of recipes using 5 ingredients or less. These recipes are so tasty and flavorful, you almost won’t believe they only use a handful of ingredients.
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Iowa's Best Burger
This annual contest showcases Iowa’s top restaurants serving high-quality, flavorful beef, as voted on by thousands of burger fans across the state. Each year, nominations and public voting help identify the ultimate burger experience in Iowa. The contest highlights great local dining while celebrating the people and beef behind every bite.
Raising Beef in Iowa
Iowa's farm and ranch families dedicate themselves to raising beef responsibly and safely, ensuring quality beef for families everywhere.
Check Out Their Stories
Smith Family Farms
BANKSTON, IOWA
Since 1853, the Smith family has raised cattle and used cover crops and conservation practices to improve the land for future generations.
Meet The Smiths
Triple M Dairy
west Union, Iowa
For the Streifs, “simple” means taking pride in doing the basics well; with care, attention to detail, and a deep commitment to the animals, land, and people who depend on them.
Meet The Striefs
Henderson Cattle Inc.
Albia, Iowa
With a dedication to soil health and sustainable cattle management, this family’s ultimate goal is to cultivate a legacy of healthy soil, healthy cattle, and nutritious beef.
Meet The Hendersons
Where to Buy Iowa Beef
When it comes to buying beef, there are so many options and we want to help you find the best option for you and connect you with local purveyors. Find Iowa farmers, ranchers and local businesses that sell beef directly to consumers in your area.
Keep Exploring Iowa Beef
Cooking with Beef
Curious about the best way to grill a steak or braise a pot roast? Want to know how to make a delicious stir-fry or how to perfectly brown Ground Beef? Our cooking lessons have everything that you need! With step-by-step directions and recipes to try, you’ll have a new skill mastered by dinnertime.
Beef Nutrition
No matter your approach to wellness, beef offers a nutrient-rich, high-quality protein that fits into a balanced diet. With essential nutrients like protein, iron, and zinc, it helps support energy, strength, and overall nutrition while having that unbeatable taste.
Raising Beef
From the rolling heartland to feedlots across the state, raising beef in Iowa is a year-round commitment shared by nearly 30,000 farm and ranch families. While the work is complex and demanding, their focus stays the same: caring for cattle responsibly and producing safe, high-quality beef for families everywhere.
Beef in Schools
Help students discover where their food comes from with educational resources focused on beef, cattle, and agriculture. From classroom activities to lesson plans, these tools support hands-on learning while connecting agriculture to science, nutrition, and everyday life.