When I was small, I went abroad with my family. We were given cookies to eat on the plane, but we didn’t know that they had lard in them (made from pig fat). As soon as my mother found out, she forbade us from eating them anymore. I don’t think we washed our hands or … Read more
Is there anything more exciting than waking up to the smell of freshly cooked bacon? It’s the best way to start the weekend, and its salty, savory goodness is hard to resist whether you eat it by itself or with pancakes or eggs. But don’t stay up too late; bacon could be harmful to eat … Read more
People who have constipation often have trouble going to the bathroom. Constipation is defined as having less than three bowel movements per week. If a person has less than one bowel movement per week, they are considered to have severe constipation. Ham is a cherished food for many – who doesn’t love a hearty ham … Read more
It’s very satisfying to cure your own bacon at home, and you can change the flavors to suit your tastes. There are two ways to cure pork belly: whole or cut into strips. If you want to make bacon slices, or “rashers,” you can cure pork belly slices. You can make your own bacon in … Read more
As someone who works in networking, I know how hard it is to remember the seven layers of the OSI model. It’s very technical and dull to hear the names: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application. No wonder IT newbies have trouble getting them straight in their heads!. But here’s a memory … Read more
Costco is beloved for its high-quality yet affordable bulk grocery items, including everyone’s holiday favorite – ham! A Costco bone-in or spiral sliced ham can feed a crowd, but leftovers are inevitable Before that delicious ham goes bad in the fridge, consider freezing the extras. You can save your Costco ham for later meals and … Read more
Curing and smoking your own bacon from pork belly is incredibly satisfying, but not always practical for the home cook. When you get your hands on pre-sliced pork belly, you may wonder if you can still transform it into bacon without having to cure a whole slab The answer is yes! With a few simple … Read more
Beef tenderloin is a luxurious, tender cut of meat that is often served for special occasions and holidays Its delicate flavor and texture make it a delicious showstopper when perfectly cooked Many home cooks like to sear the tenderloin ahead of time when preparing a large meal for family or guests. Searing the meat in … Read more
Tuna is one of America’s favorite canned fish It’s affordable, convenient, and packed with protein and omega-3 fatty acids But there’s a potential downside – tuna can contain mercury, a toxic metal. I recently tested popular canned tuna brands and found that mercury levels can vary widely even among different varieties of tuna. Here’s what … Read more
A lot of people love the taste of fish, but some people may have stomach problems like gas and bloating after eating it. If you are one of them, you may be wondering if fish is the culprit. This article will talk about the link between eating fish and digestive problems and give you some … Read more