It’s cold out and nothing warms us up better than soups and stews at this time of year.

And a soup with steak? Yes, please!!!

There are lots of great steak soup recipes out there, but here’s a surefire winner to try — Kansas City Steak Soup recipe.

It’s full of beautiful ingredients like carrots, onions, tomatoes, and — of course — steak!

Not in the mood to start from scratch? Try this steak soup mix which even includes the diced sirloin. Easy peasy!

Enjoy your hearty, soupy feast – and stay warm!

Photo courtesy of AllRecipes.com.

It’s Friday. And if you’re already in weekend mode and just don’t want to think too hard, here’s a little easy peasy chart to help you get started on your weekend meal.

Want to make stew but forgot what kind of beef to put in? Here ya go.

Itching to know what part of the cow your favorite steaks come from? This is for you.

Just like pretty charts with photos of beef? You’re welcome.

Copy and keep this chart where you can easily find it when planning your next award-winning dinner party with some delicious Kansas City beef.

I’m here to help. Happy weekend, everybody!

Chart courtesy of National Cattlemen’s Beef Association at Beef.org.

Oh, autumn, how I love thee!

This time of year makes me want to break out all the yummy fall recipes that make us feel warm and cozy inside.

And this autumn recipe is a wonderful way to spend a chilly fall evening — Baked Stuffed Squash with Beef, Black Beans and Chili Seasonings.

Anything baked at this time of year is absolutely perfect to me. And baked beef? Perfecto!!!

This one comes to us from SouthernFood.About.com’s “Top 15 Fall Recipes” collection. Click here to peruse it and find other yummy fall fare like pork loin, sweet and tart pot roast and beef stew with red wine.

Try them all and you’ll be covered this fall!

Photo courtesy of Diana Rattray via About.com.