Ground beef
Ground Beef
Ground beef (pronounced: /graʊnd biːf/), also known as minced meat outside North America, is a type of meat that has been finely chopped with a large knife or a meat grinder. It is used in many recipes including hamburgers and spaghetti Bolognese.
Etymology
The term "ground beef" comes from the process by which it is made. The meat is "ground" or minced into small pieces. The term "beef" is derived from the Old English word 'beo', which means 'cow' or 'ox'.
Related Terms
- Beef: The meat from a cow.
- Meat grinder: A machine used to grind meat into smaller pieces.
- Hamburger: A sandwich consisting of one or more cooked patties of ground meat, usually beef, placed inside a sliced bread roll or bun.
- Spaghetti Bolognese: A pasta dish that originates from Bologna, Italy. It is made with ground beef, tomatoes, onions, and garlic.
Health and Safety
Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) to ensure it is safe to eat. This is because it can contain harmful bacteria such as E. coli that can cause foodborne illness.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ground beef
- Wikipedia's article - Ground beef
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