1. Always remove the meat from the refrigerator (steaks 30 minutes and roasts 45 minutes) prior to cooking. 2. Always use tongs to turn or move the meat around while cooking. Using a fork will pierce the meat and cause it to dry out. 3. Always let the meat rest after cooking. Steaks: 5 to 7 minutes; and Roasts: 10 to 15 minutes. Safe Handling Instructions: This product was prepared from inspected and passed meat and/or poultry. Some food products may contain bacteria that could cause illness if the product is mishandled or cooked improperly. For your protection, follow these safe handling instructions. Keep refrigerated or frozen. Thaw in refrigerator or microwave. Keep raw meat and poultry separate from other foods. Wash working surfaces (including cutting boards), utensils, and hands after touching raw meat or poultry. Cook thoroughly. Keep hot foods hot. Refrigerate leftovers immediately or discard. Beef steaks 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick, cook 2 to 3 minutes. Steaks 1/2 inch thick, cook 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Heat a small amount of oil in skillet over Medium High heat, when hot, add steaks. Do not crowd. Cook uncovered, turning once according to time for medium rare to medium.

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