CENTER-OF-The-PLATE RESOURCES & INFORMATION

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Below you'll find a wealth of useful resources and informational tools to help guide your choices when it comes to center-of-the-plate (COP) meats and proteins. Resources and tools such as our Farmer’s Report, Portion Cut Steak Calculator and COP Cooler Map are available to you 24/7 right on these pages to assist with purchasing the best products for your operation.

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Farmer's Report
Stay up-to-date on weekly market trends that affect your business with the US Foods^® Farmer’s Report.
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Portion Cut Steak Calculator
To understand how the Stock Yards^® cut steak program can help save money for your operation, try our calculator.
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INFORMATION AND SUPPORT

MEAT BUYER'S GUIDE
The NAMP Meat Buyer's Guide is a comprehensive manual with detailed information on cuts of meat, specifications and more.

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Optimize your options with Pot Roast and Prime Rib
Pot Roast and Prime Rib are versatile, labor-saving, and perfect for any menu. Use this sample menu to inspire countless variations of these classics.
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Steak Temperature Guide
Done and done! Use this guide to familiarize yourself with the degrees of doneness to help ensure a perfect plate for your diners.
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COP Cooler Map
Find great food storage tips for maintaining center-of-the-plate quality and safety.
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Beef Cuts Guide
T-bone, ribeye or porterhouse – learn how to identify different cuts of beef like a pro with this helpful guide.
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Pork Cuts Guide
From Boston butt to pork belly and everything in between, learn how to identify different cuts of pork like a pro with this helpful guide.
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BY THE NUMBERS: REELING IT IN
Check the math on seafood and summer trends! Seafood ranks high among consumers interested in healthy dishes. See how these numbers can help net those diners.
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MONARCH^® SPICE BLENDS PAIRING GUIDE
Use this spice pairing guide to build a well-stocked pantry with Monarch^® Spice Blends–and to quickly view what spices work best with specific dishes.
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LEARN MORE ABOUT CENTER-OF-THE-PLATE (COP)

Find information about COP proteins and categories, safety handling and storage, proper cooking temperatures and more.

Scoop

Scoop^TM offers innovative, labor-saving products to inspire your culinary vision. Discover insightful ingredients, recipes, applications and more.

Food Fanatics

Food Fanatics is a movement of culinary experts and food people who share their love of food to inspire business success. Learn about the magazine and events here.

Recipes

US Foods extensive list of proven recipes is available to help you plan and execute quality menu items your patrons will love, recommend and come back for

Chicken Wings & Chunks

Before purchasing chicken wings, learn more about variations such as wing types, cooking profiles and more to make the right choice for your needs and operation.

Chicken Tenders

Before purchasing chicken tenders, learn more about variations such as tender types, cooking profiles, breading styles, sizes and more to make the right choice for your n

Bacon

Before purchasing bacon, learn more about variations such as bacon types, flavor profiles and more to make the right choice for your needs and operation.

Shrimp

Know everything you need to about shrimp – how it’s raised, species, forms and more with this shrimp guide from our Center-of-the-Plate Resource Center. See more.

Salmon

Know everything you need to about salmon – how it’s raised, species, forms and more with this salmon guide from our Center-of-the-Plate Resource Center. See more.

Ground Beef

Premium beef grinds and blends along with upscale burger offerings have elevated consumer expectations from menus to meat cases. However, not all ground beef is created e

Beef Patties

Before purchasing ground beef patties, learn more about variations such as lean point, patty sizes, shapes and expert tips on how to make the right choice for your needs