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What is fat marbling?

 
Marbling is fat present within the meat muscle. The more marbling, the higher the grade because the fat makes beef more tender and flavorful.

 

 

 

Shannon Crosby, Dietetic Intern, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
 

 

 

 

 

 

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