As a lover of holiday ham nothing dampens my Christmas spirit quite like slicing into a beautifully glazed ham only to find an unappetizing grayish color lurking beneath the surface. If you’ve also wondered “why did my ham turn gray?” you’re not alone. Many cooks have scratched their heads over this puzzling phenomenon. Let’s get … Read more
Are you tired of cooking the same old chicken or mutton dishes? Why not try combining the two for a delicious and unique flavor experience? While some may think that poultry and lamb should be kept separate, many recipes actually call for them to be cooked together. But is it safe to do so? In … Read more
Ocean Treasure is a major importer of tilapia fish from China. This year, the prices of tilapia in China went up, but the raw materials have become very hard to find, especially for big sizes. The current tilapia raw material crisis in 2023 could have been caused by a number of things, such as the … Read more
How hard or easy is it to find ground deer meat? I haven’t checked with my grocery store yet, but I thought it might be a good idea. Why Can’t You Buy Venison in Stores? Venison, or deer meat, is a tasty and nutritious meat that has been valued as a food source for centuries … Read more
Most likely, if you’re from New Jersey, you’ve had a pork roll, egg, and cheese sandwich at some point. These beloved mystery meats are made by more than one company, though Taylor and Case are the most well-known. We will learn a lot about pork rolls and find out who makes the ones you can … Read more
If you love the smoky, salty goodness of bacon but want a leaner, healthier alternative to traditional pork bacon, it’s time to try bison bacon Bison meat has a rich, beefy flavor and less fat than other types of bacon. With the right techniques, you can make irresistibly crispy and tasty bison bacon at home … Read more
Do you like our sea salt chicharrones? Just wait until you try them baked in the oven and smoked to perfection. Small Batch Recipe No. 26 is a savory pork rind crunch with a pinch of Smoked Sea Salt. Pair it with Southern Recipe Small Batch Bean Dip or salsa. Pork rinds are a beloved … Read more
Beef chuck pectoral steak can be a delicious yet affordable cut of beef but it does require some special preparation to bring out its best qualities. This steak comes from the heavily exercised shoulder area of the cow, making it lean yet sinewy with connective tissue. With the right cooking methods the connective tissue melts … Read more
Brown gravy made from savory beef broth tastes great and only takes 10 minutes to make with only 5 ingredients. It’s great for meats, potatoes, and more. Thanksgiving is a mere month away. And even though there may be some proof to the contrary, I feel better than I have in years past. It could … Read more
There will always be fast food, but that doesn’t mean the food on the menu doesn’t change all the time. National or even international quick-service restaurant chains are almost always adding to or taking away from their menus. There are many reasons for this, such as to get new customers, adapt to changing tastes, use … Read more