Beef. A staple of the American diet, and the stereotypically macho meat. Put simply, men love beef. But…it can be quite confusing. Unlike a chicken which has only a few types of cuts to remember, there are dozens for beef. Plenty you've heard of, porterhouse, T-Bone, chuck, sirloin, but do you even know what any of it means?

The next time you're out to eat for a steak dinner or grilling one at home, do yourself (and those you're serving) a favor and become familiar with the most common cuts of beef, what they're good for, and the best ways to cook them.

Don't assume you have to buy filet mignon to have beef that has both taste and flavor. As long as you prepare it correctly, any of these cuts will be delicious.

I consulted with Lou from the famous Maraconda's butcher shop right here at the Los Angeles Famers Market. Family owned since 1941, they know a thing or two about beef.