I am always on the lookout for the next best steak. Don't get me wrong, I don't want to be confused for a steak elitist — someone who only eats porterhouses and t-bones
Steaks of all shapes and sizes are welcome to grace my tummy. That said, sometimes I want to treat myself to the filet mignons of the world without paying an arm and leg
Side-step those steak dinners with high price tags because the shoulder petite tender is an affordable cut that's just as tender and flavorful as pricier options.
It's kind of rare to find in stores, so you may have to look around a bit. If you have dinner guests, the petite tender is the perfect way to impress them without going broke.
This cut of beef is also known as the "teres major," and it works well on the grill, roasted, and even pan-seared.
The shoulder petite tender lives up to its name: it's both petite and incredibly tender. This cut comes from the cow's shoulder, a section known for working hard