MB Beef + Pork, Chicken and Pickeral.

Starting Monday, August 23 and running until September 5, Keystone Processors is offering a special 10% off back to school sale on our popular Variety Pack, which includes:

·    One roast (approx. 4 lbs)
·    Two packages of two lbs, 85% lean ground beef
·    One package of wieners
·    One package of two ribeye steaks.

Visit our online store and you can pick up your order on-site at 663 Marion St. or at our two new pick-up locations at the Carver’s Knife (1530 Regent Ave W, or 39 Marion St. in the Dominion Shopping Centre).

“I love beef,” exclaimed Rauschenberg when interviewed after his solo run. “When I was running my 202-mile solo run, I was sending out live tweets. At mile 118, I tweeted, ‘I want a steak.’ I’m definitely a big fan of eating protein through beef, both before and after a race. I try to educate people that beef has a place in a well-balanced diet. This is something that works for me. You always hear about eating a lot of carbohydrates before a race, but for me, it’s protein. Beef isn’t the fatty thing it’s accused of being.”

Without a doubt, Rauschenberg is a strong advocate for the beef cattle industry. As an ultra-marathoner, author and speaker, Dane is well-equipped to share his expertise with health-conscious people. And, if his message is that he enjoys a steak before and after every road race, well, cattle producers can certainly appreciate his efforts to boost beef demand.

Keep running and enjoying beef Dane!

Read more of Dane’s testimonies featured in his article “Fueling up on Protein” in Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine.

Heading back to school usually means hectic schedules.  However, even in a time crunch, it is important to cook up meals that are nutritious and tasty.  Get up and go beef burritos makes the grade for ease and family appeal. This recipe is a fast fix that the kids can help make and even take in their lunches.

Ingredients
1 pound boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1 inch thick
1/2 teaspoon dried Mexican seasoning salt
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2 egg whites, slightly beaten

2 tablespoons water
4 medium spinach or flour tortillas (10-inch diameter), warmed
1/2 cup prepared thick-and-chunky salsa
1/2 cup shredded reduced fat Cheddar cheese
Toppings: Fat free dairy sour cream, additional prepared thick-and-chunky salsa (optional)

Instructions
1. Cut beef steak lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick strips. Combine beef strips and Mexican seasoning in medium bowl; toss to coat.

2. Spray large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add 1/2 of beef; stir-fry 1 to 3 minutes or until outside surface of beef is no longer pink. Remove from skillet. Repeat with remaining beef. Season with salt, as desired; keep warm. Wipe out skillet using paper towels, if necessary.

3. Combine whole eggs, egg whites and water in small bowl. Spray same skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-low heat until hot. Add egg mixture; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until scrambled and just set.

Recipe courtesy of Pennsylvania Beef Council

Keystone Processors is having a 15% off sale on all steaks until Sunday, August 15th.

Just visit our online store and you can pick up your order on-site at 663 Marion St. or at our two new pick-up locations at the Carver’s Knife (1530 Regent Ave W, or 39 Marion St. in the Dominion Shopping Centre).

Our steaks are aged at least 21 days to ensure extra tenderness and flavour. Your won’t find premium steaks at a better price!

These steaks are traditionally prepared in a skillet to capture all the meaty juices for the peppercorn sauce. However, you can grill the steaks and prepare the sauce on the side, if desired.

Ingredients

1 tbsp (15 mL) mixed peppercorns or black peppercorn
2 beef grilling medallions, about 1 inch thick (6 oz/175 g each)
1 tsp (5 mL) vegetable oil
1/4tsp (1 mL) salt

Peppercorn Sauce:
2 tbsp (25 mL) butter
1 tbsp (15 mL) minced shallot
2 tbsp(25 mL) brandy
2 tbsp(25 mL)  red wine
1/4cup (50 mL) sodium-reduced beef broth
2 tbsp(25 mL) whipping cream

Preparation:
Using mortar and pestle or in resealable plastic bag using bottom of pot, crush peppercorns.

Brush steaks all over with oil; coat with peppercorns. In large skillet, fry steaks over high heat, turning once, until desired doneness, 10 minutes for medium-rare. Sprinkle with salt. Transfer to warm plate; tent with foil and let stand for 5 minutes before slicing across the grain.

Peppercorn Sauce: Meanwhile, in same skillet, melt butter over medium heat; cook shallot until softened, about 1 minute. Add brandy and wine; cook, stirring and scraping up any brown bits until reduced by half, about 1 minute.

Add beef broth; cook until reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Strain into heatproof bowl. Wipe out skillet.

Return sauce to skillet. Add cream; simmer until thickened, about 1 minute. Add any accumulated juices from steak. Serve with steaks.

Recipe courtesy of Canadian Living Magazine

Please contact Kym at Keystone Processors at 204-235-0454 to claim your prizes!

We appreciate all of our fans on Twitter and Facebook! Thanks for all of your comments, questions and recipe ideas! Keep them coming!

Keystone will select the winning entry on Tuesday, July 20th and announce the results on Twitter and Facebook.

(Contest is open to Manitoba residents only. We reserve the right to substitute the equivalent cash value where shipping and handling is prohibitive.)

According to the Los Angeles Times, for years, evidence has been mounting that extensive use of antibiotics in livestock, particularly to promote growth or prevent the spread of disease in crowded pens, has resulted in the development of drug-resistant bacteria. The FDA wants meat producers to consult more closely with veterinarians to determine when it is prudent to use antibiotics and which ones to use.

Keystone Processors recognizes and agrees with this concern of using antibiotics on livestock, which is why our Natural Prairie Beef brand is hormone-free and antibiotics are only used when necessary. Keystone Processors is focused on raising the best quality cattle with the benefit of top notch farming practices.  Our number one concern is to deliver top quality steaks, tenderloins, roasts, ground beef, burgers and wieners to you and your family.

Let us know what you think of this issued warning.  Do you think it will be effective?

That’s why adding lean protein to meals and snacks, or bumping up the amount of protein you eat, may help with appetite control and weight loss. This can help you resist those urges to reach for unhealthy snacks between meals.

Keystone Processors wants to help you kick start your healthy diet.  Starting Monday, July 12 and lasting until Sunday, July 24, we’re having a special 15% off sale on lean ground beef.  This sale applies to online orders only and limited to one order per customer.

Just visit our online store and you can pick up your order on-site at 663 Marion St. or at our two new pick-up locations at the Carver’s Knife (1530 Regent Ave W, or 39 Marion St. in the Dominion Shopping Centre).