Basics

Refrigerator Storage (35°F to 40°F)
3 to 4 days

Freezer Storage (0°F or colder)
6 to 12 months

How Much?
1 pound yield
2-1/2 (3-ounce) cooked, trimmed servings

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Beef Rib Steak

Rich, juicy and full flavored, this fine-grained steak has generous marbling throughout. One of the most tender beef cuts, it’s usually cut from the small end of the rib section, next to the loin. Bone-in rib steak is best when grilled or broiled.

Grilling

Beef Rib Steaks, small end (3/4 to 1 inch thick)
Grill steaks (3/4 inch thick), uncovered, over medium, ash-covered coals 6 to 8 minutes (steaks 1 inch thick, 9 to 12 minutes) for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally.

Beef Rib Steaks, small end (1-1/2 inches thick)
Grill steaks, covered, over medium, ash-covered coals 22 to 27 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally.

Broiling

Beef Rib Steaks, small end (3/4 inch thick)
Place steaks on rack in broiler pan so surface of beef is 2 to 3 inches from heat. Broil 9 to 12 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness turning once.

Beef Rib Steaks, small end (1 to 1-1/2 inches thick)
Place steaks on rack in broiler pan so surface of beef is 3 to 4 inches from heat. Broil steaks (1 inch thick) 13 to 17 minutes (steaks 1-1/2 inches thick, 24 to 31 minutes) for medium rare to medium doneness, turning once.

Cooking Tips

  • To avoid flare-ups, trim steaks closely.
  • Leave only thin layer of fat to preserve juiciness.
  • Pat raw steaks dry with paper towels to promote browning.
  • To add flavor, season steaks with a rub just before cooking, or marinate briefly.
  • Cook over medium heat; high heat chars the outside before the inside is done.
  • Turn with tongs or spatula; piercing causes loss of flavorful juices.

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Determining Doneness

For best results, cook steaks to medium rare (145°F) or medium (160°F) doneness. Do not overcook.

  • Use instant-read thermometer for the most accurate method. Insert thermometer horizontally from side of steak into center, not touching bone.
  • To judge doneness visually, make a small slit near bone and check color.

    Medium rare = pink in center, slightly brown toward exterior
    Medium = light pink in center, brown toward exterior
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