different cuts of beef roasts
Different Types of Beef. Chuck. Description: The chuck, also known as the seven-bone steak (in reference to the shape of the bone), is located near the shoulder and neck area of the cow. Types: The chuck cut yields some of the more economical cuts of beef, such as the chuck roast, chuck arm roast, and the flat iron steak. How to Cook: The chuck contains a significant amount of connective tissue, which contains collagen and can be a little tough, but provides great flavor.
of 10. Beef Chuck Beef chuck. Wikimedia Commons / Danilo Alfaro Consisting of parts of the neck, shoulder blade and upper arm, beef chuck yields tough but very flavorful cuts of meat with a good deal of connective tissue. This makes it a good choice for making braised dishes like beef stew or pot roast.
of 10. Beef Rib Beef rib. Wikimedia Commons / Danilo Alfaro Made from the top part of the center section of rib, specifically the 6th through the 12th ribs, the beef rib primal cut is used for the traditional standing rib roast (sometimes referred to as prime rib).