Instructions: A study in the Journal of The American Dietetic Association has good news for beef eaters. Nutrition researchers found that a simple rinsing process reduced the fat content of cooked ground beef crumbles by as much as 50 percent. And, blotting can be used to reduce the fat content of cooked burgers, meatballs and meatloaf.

So whether you buy ground beef for taste, convenience or price, you also can enjoy the health benefits of lower-fat ground beef with a few easy steps.

3-ounce cooked portion, pan-broiled to medium doneness

Ground Beef - 80% Lean/20% Fat

Pan-broiled patties
Pan-broiled patties, after blotting
Pan-broiled crumbles, after blotting and rinsing

Ground Beef - 73% Lean/27% Fat

Pan-broiled patties
Pan-broiled patties, after blotting
Pan-broiled crumbles, after blotting and rinsing

When cooking large quantities of ground beef, try boiling it instead of browning it.

Use a large pot of boiling water, crumble in beef, stir frequently. When done drain and rinse in a colander. It is then ready to use or freeze for future meals

Not only is this an easier way to cook ground beef, it also removes practically all the fat.

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