If you’re like me and remember lines from the 1986 movie Crocodile Dundee, then Outback Steakhouse was probably your childhood dream theme restaurant. Did it really matter that this so-called Australian-inspired steakhouse was started by guys from Florida who had never been to Australia? Of course not. That was a long time ago, when cultural … Read more
Are you making the most of your freezer? Buying meat in bulk and stocking up the freezer is a great way to save money, cut down on grocery store trips, and make sure you always have something to eat. Think of your freezer as a savings account where you can put food away for whenever … Read more
I asked my Facebook and Twitter friends last week if they’d like to see a crock pot recipe on the blog this week. I thought the comments’ many exclamation points meant “heck yes!” so I started coming up with ideas right away. Everyone knows that crock pot recipes are great for people who are busy, … Read more
After a long wait, Hardee’s fans can finally eat plant-based foods! To make them easier to find, Hardee’s will serve Beyond Meat options all day, making them one of the first U.S. S. quick service restaurants to offer plant-based options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hardee’s restaurants in Raleigh, NC and Kansas City, MO will … Read more
As the date gets closer, you go from being excited to being scared because you don’t know how much meat you need to cook. I’m going to give you my tried-and-true tips for making sure you have the right amount of food, from the right amount of meat for each person to the right number … Read more
Bacon comes in different shapes and sizes. It’s usually cut into strips, which can be thin, plain, or thick. Bacon will be a different weight and measure when fried than it is while raw. See what measures are equivalent to bacon, bacon pieces, bacon bits, and quick substitutions such as salt pork. Bacon is a … Read more
If you love pork belly, learning how to make oven-baked slices at home is a must! When cooked properly, pork belly emerges from the oven with crispy, golden brown skin enveloping succulent, tender meat. As a busy home cook and pork lover, I’ve perfected my technique for oven-baked pork belly over the years In this … Read more
Wagyu beef is renowned all over the world for its exceptional marbling, unmatched tenderness, and rich, buttery flavor. Many people enjoy this high-end beef in restaurants and at home, but not many people know how the market and prices work, especially in Japan, where the breed was first developed. Before we get into the specifics … Read more
Ham bones are an underrated kitchen treasure. While many are quick to discard them after carving the holiday ham, these bones can be used to create incredibly rich, flavorful dishes. But exactly how many times can you reuse a ham bone before its flavor is spent? Let’s find out how to make the most of … Read more
Making your own homemade Smoked Bacon is a bit of a process, but it’s 100% worth the effort. I will show you how to make smoked bacon from scratch that is much better than store-bought bacon. I don’t think I’ve ever cooked anything that made me as excited as this homemade smoked bacon. I mean, … Read more