No preservatives. Ready for the microwave or skillet. Now with premium beef. Made from beef shoulder tips. Simple ideas: Over egg noodles; beef nachos; beef stir fry. US inspected and passed by Department of Agriculture. Simple Ideas: Beef Nachos- Top tortilla chips with shredded cheese and diced tomatoes. Heat until cheese melts. Top with warmed shredded Beef Tips; Beef Stir Fry- saute snow peas, red bell peppers, baby carrots, and cauliflower. Add shredded Beef Tips, heat thoroughly; Over Egg Noodles- Heat and serve shredded beef tips over egg noodles. Enjoy! For many simple recipe ideas visit Hormel.com. Suitable for freezing. Product satisfaction guaranteed. Recycling programs for this package may not exist in your area. Visit www.hormel.com.