Ground Beef

About Ground Beef

Ground Beef is offered by Laurel Highlands Farms as part of our Pennsylvania farm-direct beef program. BEEF · 1 lb pack

Ground beef is made from trim off of multiple cuts, so the exact fat content shapes how it cooks: leaner grinds hold their shape better for chili and tacos, while a bit more fat keeps burgers and meatloaf juicy. It is one of the most versatile products in the case, equally at home browned for a weeknight dinner or formed into patties for the grill.

Ground beef is commonly sold at a few different fat percentages, and matching the percentage to the dish matters: a leaner grind works well for chili and tacos where you want less rendered fat in the pot, while a slightly higher fat content keeps burgers and meatloaf from drying out on the grill or in the oven.

Buying directly from a farm is easier when product identity, price and use are clear. Consider how many people you are feeding, the cooking methods you use most often and how the item will fit into your meal planning. Our shop also includes related cuts, primals and specialty boxes so you can compare options without losing the connection to the farm.

Availability follows the realities of a working livestock farm. Add currently available products to your cart and confirm pickup or other fulfillment details during checkout or by contacting the farm. For more help choosing and cooking cuts, visit our beef and lamb guides.

Good to know

Fresh beef keeps best refrigerated at 40°F or below and is at its peak within a few days of thawing; if you will not cook it right away, freeze it in its original vacuum packaging. Thaw frozen cuts slowly in the refrigerator on a tray — roughly a day for every few pounds — rather than on the counter, and pat the surface dry before searing so it browns instead of steaming.

Pasture-raised beef is leaner than grocery-store beef, so it cooks a little faster than you may expect. Pull steaks and roasts a few degrees below your target temperature and let them rest before slicing; tougher, well-worked cuts reward low heat, moisture and time.

Browse more: Beef Cuts · the full farm shop · beef and lamb guides · beef near Pittsburgh · Pennsylvania beef delivery. Questions about Ground Beef? Call the farm at (412) 559-2320.