Veal can be a delicious and tender meat when sourced and prepared properly But like any perishable food, veal is susceptible to spoilage if not stored and handled correctly As a consumer, it’s important to know how to identify signs of bad veal so you don’t accidentally eat meat that could make you sick. In … Read more
Unraveling the Mystery of IHOP’s Tasty Sausage Links IHOP is synonymous with delicious, fluffy pancakes dripping with syrup. But true breakfast aficionados know that IHOP’s savory sausage links deserve just as much love. These juicy, seasoned sausages perfectly complement scrambled eggs, hashbrowns and other classic breakfast fare. But what brand of sausage does IHOP use … Read more
Bacon ribs are an underrated and delicious cut of pork that become melt-in-your-mouth tender when properly boiled. The rib meat easily falls off the bone after gentle simmering, making boiled bacon ribs ideal for soups, stews, sandwiches, and more But boiling these bony cuts too little results in tough, chewy meat, while overcooking leaves them … Read more
If youre a meat lover, beef is a great way to get some iron. Grill 6 ounces of sirloin steak for a meal that serves up 3. 2 milligrams (mg) of this important mineral. How much iron do you need each day? It depends on your age and sex. Men need 8 mg. Women should … Read more
Thick slices of seasoned shaved steak are pan-seared in this Shaved Beef Steak recipe. They are served on garlic-butter Italian bread with melty cheese and creamy chipotle sauce. Shaved steak, also known as steakhouse steak, is a delicious ingredient that can elevate many dishes. This thinly sliced beef provides a quick cooking time while still … Read more
Soaking pork in vinegar prior to cooking is an age-old technique that can transform the texture and flavor of the meat But what exactly does vinegar do to pork, and what’s the best way to harness its benefits? As avid pork enthusiasts, we decided to take a deep dive into the science behind this simple … Read more
What does “26/30” mean? This guide will teach you how to read shrimp sizes, help you figure out what size and number of shrimp you need for your recipe, and give you ideas for cooking. Shrimp are one of the most popular seafood options. Their sweet, briny flavor makes them a tasty addition to everything … Read more
Shrimp cocktail is one of my go-to appetizers when hosting a party or gathering. The juicy, chilled shrimp with that perfect cocktail sauce is always a crowd pleaser. And you can’t beat the value of Costco’s ready-made shrimp cocktail platters. But I never seem to finish those platters in one sitting. Which leaves me wondering … Read more
There are a few types of connective tissues in meat. There are the ones that are easy to see, like ligaments that join bones together and tendons that connect muscles to bones. Then there are those sheets of white fibrous tissue, called silverskin, that surround whole muscles. Finally, individual muscle fibers are also encased in … Read more
Killing living beings is not something most people want to do. Yet slaughterhouses are places that authorize workers to kill. The places where animals are killed for food are often very dangerous for the people who work there, and the animals are put to horrible deaths. Beef is big business in the United States. In … Read more