Beef
Also listed as Beef Steak, Beef Roast, and Cattle Beef.
Meat & Poultry
This is what the ingredient is.
Beef is meat from cattle. Labels may say beef, steak, roast, or a specific cut.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is grilled, roasted, stewed, and used as an ingredient in prepared meals.
Here is what food agencies say.
USDA FSIS oversees slaughter and labeling of beef products sold in the United States.
Here is what research has found.
Pathogen and foreign-material recalls appear periodically for specific establishments and lots.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Cook to recommended temperatures. Follow USDA recall notices for brand and establishment numbers.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/15/2026