What Is Ground Round Beef Made Of? A Look at This Lean Cut
                                
                                
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                                Ground round beef originates from the hindquarters, or 'round primal,' of the cow, a muscular area that results in a significantly leaner ground meat compared to standard ground beef. This distinction in sourcing provides a leaner profile ideal for specific culinary applications.