Blanching is a simple cooking technique that can make a big difference in the taste and texture of pork It helps remove impurities, reduce saltiness, and tenderize the meat Blanching pork before marinating or cooking results in clean, sweet-tasting meat that cooks up juicy and tender. While an extra step, taking the time to blanch … Read more
Diarrhea is the passage of loose or watery stool. For some, diarrhea is mild and will go away within a few days. For others, it may last longer. It can make you lose too much fluid (dehydrated) and feel weak. It can also lead to unhealthy weight loss. A stomach or intestinal illness is a … Read more
Our backyard is like a wildlife refuge right now. We have so many birds and squirrels, there is constant movement and activity. I’m curious how they’ll enjoy this Homemade Bird Suet Recipe. This summer, I can’t wait to sit outside in our outdoor room and listen to all those cute little birds thank you for … Read more
This Pork and Sauerkraut recipe is tasty. It’s meaty and sour, with a touch of sweetness from the onion soup and brown sugar. A pork loin roast is a great meal for the whole family, and it only takes 10 minutes to put together before baking. This is a traditional recipe for pork and sauerkraut … Read more
Can You Bring Pork into Dubai? A Guide to Importing Pork and Other Restricted Items Dubai is a modern, multicultural city, but it still observes traditional Islamic dietary laws. This means pork and pork products are restricted items for travelers visiting or moving to Dubai. While not completely banned, there are important guidelines for bringing … Read more
What dishes do you think of when you think of a royal banquet? Maybe you think of expensive seafood, like oysters with caviar on top. Maybe you think of tables filled with delicacies such as beef tartare or squid ink pasta. What you might not guess is that these foods are off-limits for working royals. … Read more
My wife’s family is coming over for Easter. And my wife, the ham fanatic, insisted on a double smoked ham from Sherman Provision. Lucky for her, I ordered two – one for Easter dinner, and another for this blog post. One strange thing about blogging is that you get two holiday meals: the real one … Read more
This Beef Stroganoff is the perfect example of gourmet convenience. It has a perfect balance of rich flavors and comforting textures, and it can be made in 30 minutes in just one pot. With its rich sour cream sauce, succulent rib eye steak, earthy mushrooms, and hearty egg noodles, this dish promises a high-quality, home-cooked … Read more
For sushi lovers there’s nothing better than the melt-in-your-mouth taste of expertly cured tuna. But curing tuna properly to get that perfect texture and flavor can be intimidating for home cooks. Luckily, with a few simple ingredients and techniques, you can cure tuna at home for unbelievable sushi and sashimi In this guide, we’ll walk … Read more
This post will show you how to cook melt in your mouth beef tendon. It creates a fantastic broth that can be used as any soup base. Instant pot, slow cooker and stove top instructions. I always get beef pho with extra tendon and brisket pieces when I go to a Vietnamese restaurant in our … Read more