The Major Difference Between McDonald's And Wendy's Beef - Tasting Table
Wendy's uses fresh, never-frozen beef at all North American restaurants, while McDonald's primarily uses frozen patties except fresh Quarter Pounders since 2018.
Choose turkey by type (fresh, frozen, organic, free-range), size, and preparation timing; follow USDA recommendations and consider buying from farms or co-ops.
What You're Really Getting With Frozen Beef Patties Vs Fresh - Tasting Table
Cargill conducted a study where taste testers couldn't distinguish between fresh and frozen burgers, suggesting that frozen patties might hold their own against fresh ones.