There are so many different cuts of beef that it can be difficult to remember which is which. Here's what makes flat iron and flank steaks unique.

Flank steak is one of the most flavorful, ... Because of its location, the muscles that make up the flank are well-worked — it makes the meat chewier and tougher, ...

Various locations around the Bay Area. Marina Market, $5.29 a pound. 2992 S. Norfolk St. (at Hillsdale Boulevard), San Mateo; (650) 345-6911. Niman Ranch, bavette steak, $46 for 3 pounds, plus ...

A lean cut like the flank steak can be a great choice if you want to stick with low-calorie choices and keep your weight down. It’s also advantageous for physical fitness because lean protein is ...

Because flank steak is prone to becoming tough, it's cooked here just until it reaches medium rare — it should register 125°F on an instant-read thermometer.