Food cravings can be emotional or hormonal. For instance, food cravings are often linked to pregnancy, but they can also be a sign of not getting enough nutrients. But what does it mean when you want meat? Does wanting red meat or meatballs mean you need more nutrients? Is wanting meat a bad thing? This … Read more
Do you ever have stomach pain or bloating right after eating and wonder, “Why does my stomach hurt after eating?” You’re not the only one. Feeling good after eating tasty food should be fun, but having an upset stomach right after can be a real pain. You might also have gas, heartburn, constipation, or even … Read more
We had sausage bread for lunch two days in a row because it was so good! It’s easy to make and tastes great. It’s great for parties and for a quick lunch or dinner. Serve with warm sauce. Refrigerated pizza dough stuffed with sausage, onion, fennel, dijon mustard, egg, mozzarella cheese, butter, Italian seasoning, and … Read more
You can’t eat many types of chips if you are gluten-sensitive or have celiac disease. Try a salty, crispy snack instead. That goes for other snack foods, too, because they contain wheat-based or gluten-related ingredients. What about pork rinds? They’re deliciously crispy and light, but are pork rinds gluten-free?. In a word, yes. Most pork … Read more
Oscar Mayer is one of the most popular and trusted bacon brands in America. Their crispy bacon is a staple breakfast food for many households across the country. But like any perishable food, it’s important to check the sell by date to ensure you’re cooking up bacon that’s fresh and safe to eat. When buying … Read more
If you like to make burgers, ground beef is a good choice. But how do you know when it’s gone bad? The expiration date and changes in color, texture, and smell can help. People often use ground beef to make savory pies, tacos, meatballs, and sausage, as well as burgers and meatballs. It accounts for … Read more
Thinking about cooking your pork loin in a convection oven? Compare with the alternatives. High-temperature roasting makes a lot of browning, which means a lot of flavor, but it also makes the roast tough and dry. Low-temperature roasting keeps the meat tender, but produces little flavor. There is a middle ground when you cook your … Read more
Taking a busy schedule and finding time to make dinner can be tough. What if you could make BBQ pulled pork from the pork loin that you had left over from last night? When we first thought of this series on how to use up leftovers, we wanted to help our readers make meals faster. … Read more
The Hatfield brand has been a fixture in my family’s home for as long as I can remember. I grew up on their hickory smoked bacon, succulent spare ribs, and endless array of savory sausages. But despite being a loyal customer for decades, I never really thought much about where my favorite Hatfield pork products … Read more
This Portuguese Recipe, also called, carne de vinha d’alhos is a crowd-pleaser. Tender and juicy with a punch of flavor from the spices and fortified red wine. Cacoila is a Portuguese recipe for a slow-simmered beef or pork dish. Pronounced traditionally as Kah-Soy-La, my family pronounces this dish as Kah-Sir-La. This is one of my … Read more