93% lean ground beef, cooked Calories

Store 93% lean cooked ground beef in a covered container in the refrigerator soon after cooking. Keep it separate from raw meat, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell, color, or sticky texture.

Yes, 93% lean cooked ground beef freezes well. Cool it, divide it into portions, and seal it in an airtight container or freezer bag. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly before serving.

Reheat 93% lean cooked ground beef in a covered pan with a splash of water or sauce, or use a covered microwave-safe dish. Stir partway through so it heats evenly, and stop once it is hot throughout.

93% lean cooked ground beef can taste dry because it has less fat than fattier ground beef, and prolonged heating removes more moisture. Add it to a moist sauce or stir in a little broth when reheating.

Usually not; 93% lean cooked ground beef generally leaves less excess fat in the pan than fattier ground beef. If you do see a pool of fat, drain some off, but leaving a little can help keep the meat moist.

Yes, 93% lean cooked ground beef can replace raw ground beef in many dishes, but add it later because it does not need to cook from raw. Stir it into soups, pasta sauces, or casseroles near the end so it does not overcook.

Yes, 93% lean cooked ground beef works well for tacos. Warm it with taco seasoning and a little water or salsa so the spices coat the meat and the filling stays moist.

Yes, 93% lean cooked ground beef can be eaten cold if it was handled and stored safely after cooking. It works in a salad or wrap; do not eat it if it has been left out for a long time.

Not in the usual way: 93% lean cooked ground beef will not bind or shape like raw ground beef. For burger patties, start with raw ground beef; use the cooked meat in a burger bowl, sandwich, or other topping instead.