So, according to a recent survey done by the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board, 62% of us want BEEF! for Valentine’s Day.

Self-serving? Maybe. But most definitely true.

Here’s more of what that survey found:

When you’re cooking up romance for your Valentine’s Day dinner, the numbers indicate you should pony up for the tiny but tender filet mignon. The Cattlemen’s survey says 53 percent of Americans associate this cut with candelight dinners, and 50 percent with saying “I love you” over a meal.

Still suffering a little bit from that big holiday spend? The less expensive ribeye got 35 percent of the vote, with a tasty T-bone grabbing 32 percent of American tastebuds for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. And you can always cook it at home to save some cash, and up the romance.

Seriously, go here if you haven’t already and order some steaks. Apparently, your sweetie is expecting it.

And you don’t want to disappoint.

Excerpt and photo courtesy of News.Holidash.com.

Valentine’s Day secret? If your sweetie is anything like mine, a steak dinner will go a long way toward saying, “I love you”. You know that old saying about the way to a man’s heart, right? Well, it works for women also.

Trust me.

I subscribe to the “Say It With Food” theory. Create a beautiful meal and someone will feel loved. It’s cause and effect. And the effect is just right for Valentine’s Day.

Check out this pepper-crusted filet mignon recipe and try it out on Feb. 14th. There will be no question how you feel. It’s even a Martha Stewart recipe – so it has to be good.

You still have time to get the most tender, beautiful filets delivered to you by V-Day from here. Believe me, THIS is good stuff.

Oh, and tell me about your successful steak venture. I like to live through others sometimes.

Bon appetit!

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The big game is a time to gather friends, watch some football and – EAT!

Philly and Green Bay are both places that appreciate a good, hearty meal. And if we’re being honest, the eating is the most important part of Super Bowl Sunday for those of us not playing in the game. And for me and my crew, beef is always on the menu.

Read up on some creative ways to keep your guests full and happy here. Try new dishes like grilled steak sandwiches and Chinese beef and rice that you’ve never thought about for a Super Bowl party!

If you’re not careful, you’ll be hosting the party EVERY YEAR from now on!!!

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