Marinades give meat flavor and tenderize it, making for a tastier meal. But you need to avoid one marinating mistake which can ruin the texture.

Pour the marinade in a plastic bag or container ... the longer you leave it, the more tender your beef will be.

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And a spokesperson for Omaha Steaks told us the company does not mechanically tenderize its steaks but does inject marinades into roasts and brisket for corned beef. That would count as ...