Dry aging beef is a technique that has been used for centuries to enhance the flavor and tenderness of meat. By controlling temperature, humidity and air flow, the natural enzymes in the beef break down connective tissues over time, resulting in a more tender and concentrated, beefy flavor. Traditionally, dry aging is done by hanging … Read more
Those of us on the USDA’s Meat and Poultry Hotline can always tell when St. Patrick’s Day approaches. We start getting a lot of questions about corned beef in early March. How do you cook it? How do you know when it’s done? How long can you store it? If you eat corned beef and … Read more
Are you going to make a dish that needs pork blood but you only have frozen blood on hand? If you don’t know how to do it right, defrosting pork blood can be pretty tricky. Don’t worry—we’ll show you how to safely and quickly defrost pork blood in this article. This guide will help you … Read more
Would you like to know how to quickly and safely thaw beef? There are four easy ways to do it: in the fridge, with cold water, in the microwave, or by cooking it frozen. Let’s talk about how to thaw meat. The following subject isn’t very interesting, but it’s something that every home cook should … Read more
This Yum Yum sauce is sour, creamy, full of flavor, and can be used on a lot of different foods as a drizzle, dressing, marinade, or dipping sauce. You can make a batch in just a few minutes and enjoy it all week. Plus, this recipe is dairy-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, vegan, and can be … Read more
Beef heart is a nutritional powerhouse, being high in protein, iron, zinc, and B vitamins However, it does require some special preparation before cooking Learning how to properly clean a beef heart ensures you can enjoy this tasty, affordable cut of meat. Why Clean Beef Heart? While butcher shops try to provide clean hearts you’ll … Read more
Many people freeze pork for longer term storage. But once thawed, pork has a limited shelf life in the refrigerator before use. Knowing the right timeframe for storage of thawed pork helps ensure it stays fresh and safe to eat. This guide covers refrigerator shelf life for different cuts of thawed pork. We’ll also look … Read more
If you are on a certain diet, like a vegetarian or vegan one, you need to be aware of what is in the food you eat all the time. This also means that you will need to give up on some of your favorite treats. Some chocolates, like Snickers, also fall in this category. So, … Read more
The slow cooking method keeps the flavors and spices in while keeping the nutrients. Learn how to make shrimp tacos in the crock pot! This is the easiest dinner to make ahead of time with little prep work. Pair them with gluten free low carb tortillas for a meal everyone will love!. Shrimp are a … Read more
Korean salted shrimp, known as saeujeot or jeotgal, is a beloved ingredient in Korean cuisine. Its deep umami flavor makes it a versatile seasoning. But with any fermented food, freshness is paramount. So does Korean salted shrimp go bad eventually? And how can you tell if yours has spoiled? Overview of Korean Salted Shrimp Let’s … Read more