FAQ's(Frequently Asked Questions)

• Who can I contact if I have questions about Laura's Lean or want to discuss an experience I had with your product?
  Please use this link to fill out the contact form. Be as specific as possible including the product name, store location, establishment number on the package (EST), and sell-by date on the package. A Customer Service team member may ask for more information after receiving your question or comment.
• Where can I buy Laura's Lean?
  To find the grocery store carrying Laura's Lean nearest you, enter your zip code or city & state in the store locator tool. We also offer Laura's Lean in our online store and can ship it straight to your door: https://meyermarket.com.
• Where is Laura's Lean located?
  Laura's Lean is part of Meyer Natural Foods, headquartered in Loveland, Colorado.
• How can I get a coupon?
  You can get a printable $1-off coupon as a welcome gift for subscribing to our newsletter. We have a second newsletter you may be interested in. If you'd like to join the newsletter for our online store you'll be on the list to receive regular deals & discounts on Laura's Lean and other products within the Meyer family of brands: https://meyermarket.com/pages/newsletter-signup.
• What if I don't have a printer? What if I run into print issues?
  We understand some people may not have access to a reliable printer, but we only offer a printable coupon. We do not have paper coupons available. If you run into a printer issue, feel free to try a different email address.
• What is in your ground beef? Do you add anything to it?
  Laura's Lean ground beef is all-natural, with nothing added to it: no water, no fillers, no additives, no preservatives, no coloring or dye.
• What does all-natural mean?
  The USDA defines all-natural as "Minimally processed, no artificial ingredients." Since 1985, Laura's Lean has taken that even further, with a commitment to providing beef that is not only all-natural but also gluten-free with no antibiotics or added growth hormones ever.
• What does vegetarian-fed mean?
  Vegetarian-fed means the cattle were fed a ration that contains no animal by-products.
• Are your products gluten-free?
  Yes. Laura's Lean products are gluten free. Beef naturally does not contain gluten. Gluten is introduced to meat by added ingredients, and our ground beef has no added ingredients.
• Is your ground beef packaged in the same area as allergens?
  No. Laura's Lean ground beef is not ground or packaged in areas that have any exposure to any of the Big 9 allergens. milk, eggs, nuts, fish, crustaceans, shellfish, wheat, soy, and sesame.
• Why does lean beef tend to cook so quickly?
  Lean beef tends to cook faster than beef that contains more fat. We recommend that cook time and temperature be reduced to preserve moisture and tenderness; however, please note that all ground beef should be cooked to an endpoint temperature of 160°F.
• How long do I have to use the ground beef?
  Laura's Lean ground beef should be cooked or frozen by the use-by / sell-by date on the package. Storage temperature is the most critical to maintaining freshness. Ground beef should be transported and stored at 40°F or less.
• Can I freeze ground beef?
  Yes. If the ground beef was purchased fresh from a grocery store (instead of our online store which is already frozen) and you wish to freeze the product, this should be done prior to the use-by / freeze-by date on the package.
• How long can I keep ground beef in the freezer?
  We recommend freezing your ground beef and consuming it within 3-4 months after freezing. According to the USDA ground beef is best if used within 4 months.
• What do the percentages on the ground beef label mean?
  The first number listed is the percentage lean and the second number is the percentage fat, such as 96% lean/4% fat in our extra-lean ground beef product.
• What is a good use for 96% lean ground beef?
  Laura's 96% lean ground beef can be used in any recipe where you would use ground beef, ground turkey, or ground chicken. The extra-lean nature of the product makes it especially great for one-pot dishes, wraps, stuffed peppers, salads, tacos, and so much more.
• What is a good use for 92% lean ground beef?
  Laura's 92% lean ground beef can be used in any recipe where you would use ground beef, ground turkey, or ground chicken. Using 92% lean ground beef is a great option to make your meal leaner, especially in dishes like spaghetti, lasagna, pizza, burgers, and so much more.
• What is a good use for 85% lean ground beef?
  Laura's 85% lean ground beef can be used in any recipe where you would use ground beef, ground turkey, or ground chicken. Using 85% lean ground beef is a great option for flavorful meatballs, koftas, burritos, meatloaf, burgers, and so much more.
• Can I speak to Laura?
  Laura Freeman, the founder of Laura's Lean Beef, retired from the business in 2008. Her legacy lives on in the brand, with the same set of principles she established in 1985.