"Beef prices are expected to keep rising throughout the year, making it more crucial than ever to be a smart shopper. That means not just looking for deals, but also making sure you know what you're buying. The beef industry doesn't make it easy, either. With grades like Prime, Standard, Choice, and Select that don't actually tell you anything practical about what you're paying for, it's hard to know what you should be spending your money on."
"The Select Grade of beef is usually very easy to find in grocery stores. Because it's so lean, you may need to treat it a little differently than you would a Prime or even a Choice steak. With just a little extra effort, you can still have an exceptionally tasty cut of meat that will cost less overall. If you're looking to cut some calories with a healthier grade of beef, Select cuts can include top round, eye of round, and top sirloin, among others."
USDA beef grades include eight categories, with Prime, Choice, and Select commonly found in stores. Prime shows exceptional marbling and about 8–13% fat; Choice has roughly 4–10% fat; Select is leaner at about 2–4% fat. Select cuts such as top round, eye of round, and top sirloin are widely available and generally less expensive but tend to be less tender and drier because of lower fat content. Select steaks require different cooking approaches to maintain juiciness—grilling can dry them out—but with modest adjustments they can be tasty and economical.
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