Travel to the southeastern U. S. and the farther south you go, the fewer places you can eat small, square hamburgers. Whereas White Castle reigns supreme in the Midwest and North, Krystal is king in the South. Spread out over 10 states, the Atlanta-based restaurant has almost 300 locations where it serves hungry customers. In … Read more
Make the most out of your bacon by saving the rendered bacon grease using this easy kitchen hack. Bacon grease is a treasured staple in many Southern kitchens. Saving those savory drippings in a jar or can on the stovetop or counter was once common practice. However, food safety standards have changed over the years. … Read more
You forgot to put the cold meat in the fridge before bed last night, and now you remember when you wake up. It’s not raw, it looks good, smells good, and tastes good, so it should be okay to eat, right? Unfortunately, it doesn’t quite work that way. The USDA notes that there are two … Read more
You just bought a beautiful salmon fillet at the market, ready to cook up a delicious dinner. But when you lay it on the counter, you notice a brownish stripe running through the pinkish-orange flesh. What is this weird stripe, and is your salmon still safe to eat? Let’s get to the bottom of this … Read more
Crispy, golden fried pork chops are a delicious dinner staple that can easily be prepared right in your own kitchen. Frying pork chops in an electric skillet offers convenience, control and consistently delicious results every time. With the right techniques and a few simple tools, you’ll be serving up restaurant-quality fried pork chops to impress … Read more
Beef jerky is the perfect salty road trip snack. It comes in a variety of flavors (homemade teriyaki jerky, anyone?) and has a long shelf life. Its also a popular work-from-home snack because of its high protein and low carb content. With more than 6 grams of protein per serving, beef jerky will fill you … Read more
One of my favorite cuts of meat to feed my family is pork tenderloin. Not only is pork tenderloin cheap and easy to use, but it is also just as fork-tender as filet mignon, especially when grilled. Also, Grilled Pork Tenderloin is a slam dunk, home run, touchdown (!!) when it comes to being unbelievably … Read more
As a bonafide foodie and amateur chef, I’m always seeking out quality ingredients to inspire my cooking. And one of my absolute favorite cuts of meat is pork belly. When prepared properly pork belly achieves food nirvana – a perfect balance of rich fatty decadence and tender, meaty pleasure. But living in a small town, … Read more
If you want a protein source that tastes great and packs a punch, beef protein isolate might be the answer. An impressive alternative to whey and plant-based proteins, it contains about 350% more muscle-building amino acids than prime sirloin! This blog will guide you through its benefits and uses so you can harness the power … Read more
Hiccup triggers usually involve your stomach, esophagus, or a nerve. Dry foods and alcohol can cause hiccups in multiple ways. If your symptoms last longer than 2 days, you may need medical attention. You get hiccups when your diaphragm spasms, which makes it and the muscles between your ribs (called intercostal muscles) suddenly tighten up. … Read more