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4. Historical Beginnings of Steak

Humans began domesticating cattle around 8000 BC, although there are cave paintings implying human consumption of beef all the way back in pre-historic times. The first Longhorn cattle were brought to America by Spanish explorers in 1534. Since then several other breeds were brought over for their various attributes. The most well know is the Black Angus which is a cross between Texas Longhorns and Scottish Aberdeen Angus steer. Black Angus is presently the most popular breed in the United States valued for the delicious beef it produces.

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