Meat from cattle, part of the cow carcass. The most tender is the meat of young animals - veal. Externally, beef can be distinguished from pork by its richer red color. Beef is a source of iron and complete protein, as well as a spectrum of nutrients containing valuable minerals, including zinc, which the body needs to maintain immunity. The meat can be boiled, stewed, fried, baked, smoked, dried. Depending on which part of the carcass is used, soups, appetizers, fillings for pies, pancakes, stews, cutlets, hedgehogs, meatballs, casseroles are prepared from beef, it is added to salads and sandwiches. Beef is an important ingredient in many delicacies.