Beef Month

May is Beef Month 

May is Beef Month in Kentucky! As Kentuckians we celebrate our state in so many ways, but especially when it comes to Basketball, Bourbon and BEEF! Cattle farming is a Kentucky tradition dating back to the 1700s. Today, Kentucky is home to nearly 32,000 cattle farmers working hard, through any challenge, to produce high quality beef for your family. To celebrate this year, make sure to follow along on our social platforms as we highlight producers, recipes and our communities. 

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2026 Featured Recipes

The following four recipes utilize cost effective cuts that can be customizable, delicious, and simple for the entire family. Beef on a budget is possible, while still supporting the nearly 32,000 beef producers across our commonwealth. Substitute your favorite beef cut or a beef cut you have in the bottom of your freezer to make breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks, your favorite time of the day. 

Classic Beef Cheeseburgers

Crafted with 93% lean ground beef and seasoned with a steak blend, these burgers are grilled to perfection and topped with your choice of cheese, lettuce, and tomato, all nestled in a toasted bun.

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Grilled Beef, Summer Squash, and Onion Salad

Savor the flavors of the summer with this salad topped with grilled beef Strip Steak, red onions, yellow squash, zucchini and drizzled with a balsamic glaze.

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Foil Packet Beef and Vegetable Meal

Build a packet with shredded beef, beef sausage and vegetables and cook on the grill. Super easy and fun for the whole family. And … no clean up.

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Spicy Korean Beef and Cucumber Appetizers

Slices of cucumber are topped with beef Strip Steak, herbed cream cheese and a spicy Asian Sauce. 

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