With their iridescent lining and ornate shape, abalone shells are prized by collectors and artisans. But if you find an abalone shell on a California beach, can you legally sell it? Or are you better off keeping your shelf empty to avoid running afoul of the law? In California, selling wild abalone shells is illegal … Read more
How to Make a Slurry: A slurry is what you need to thicken a soup, stew, or gravy. Did you ever wonder what a slurry was? It sounds complicated, but it’s one of the easiest things you can learn as a home cook. Adding a slurry to dishes like stews, gravies, and sauces is a … Read more
The World Health Organization (WHO) said last year that red and processed meat can cause cancer. This put our meat-eating habits in the spotlight. With the evidence stacking up, what does this mean for meat eaters with diabetes?. With the help of Cancer Research UK, we go behind the headlines to explain the facts. A … Read more
Shrimp are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in many dishes, from appetizers to main courses. However, fresh shrimp often have an unpleasant, fishy flavor that needs to be removed before cooking. Purging, also called deveining, helps eliminate the vein that runs along the shrimp’s back as well as any grit or … Read more
It happens to every cat owner sooner or later. As soon as they start to eat their seafood dinner, they feel their cat’s watchful eye on them, begging them to drop something. That’s when they ask themselves one fateful question: Is it safe to serve cooked fish to a cat?. It turns out that the … Read more
As a cured and smoked pork product, bacon is beloved by many for its rich, savory flavor. But can followers of the Mormon faith enjoy it too? With dietary restrictions that prohibit alcohol, tobacco, coffee and tea, some wonder if bacon is off-limits as well. In this article, we’ll take a close look at the … Read more
Tracing the Source Uncovering Where Kroger Pork Comes From As one of the largest grocery retailers in the United States, Kroger sells a huge amount of fresh and processed pork. But in today’s complex global food chain, it can be hard for consumers to know exactly where their pork products come from before landing in … Read more
Bacon is a delicious and versatile meat that pairs with everything from hamburgers to pancakes. Unfortunately, however, bacon doesn’t have the best reputation in the health world. As a type of pork, bacon falls into the category of processed meat. While bacon is a high-protein food, it also tends to be high in sodium and … Read more
As a penetration tester, having the right tools in your arsenal is critical One of the most powerful web application security testing tools is BeEF, also known as the Browser Exploitation Framework In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk through the full process of installing and configuring BeEF in Kali Linux. Whether you’re new to Kali … Read more
When you think about Maine, many things may come to your mind. Depending on where in Maine you’re thinking about, you could picture moose or lush green forests. When you think of Maine’s coast and tourism, you’ll probably picture rocky shores, lighthouses, seaside villages, and most of all, lobster! Maine lobster season is a great … Read more