Eating uncooked and undercooked meat can make you sick. You can prevent this with good cooking practices. Pork is one of the most commonly consumed meats worldwide. Pork is often served at dinner, in the form of bacon, ham, pork chops, and roasts. But like any raw meat, pork requires safe handling practices to avoid … Read more
Taylor pork roll, also known as Taylor ham, is a popular sliced luncheon meat originally from New Jersey. With its salty, smoky, slightly spicy flavor, this pre-cooked pork product has earned a cult following in the Northeast region. While many people fry up slices of Taylor pork roll in a pan, baking it in the … Read more
Mayonnaise is a creamy emulsified condiment used frequently in sandwiches dips, dressings, and more. Its rich texture comes from egg yolks and oil. But some may wonder – does mayo also contain pork? In this article, we’ll explore the standard ingredients in mayonnaise and look at whether pork derivatives are typically included in its recipe. … Read more
Unpacking the Nutrients: Does Beef Broth Contain Iron? As a home cook and soup enthusiast, I’m always looking to amp up the nutritional value of my dishes. And with iron being an important mineral for energy, immune function, and oxygen transport, I want to know if standard pantry ingredients like beef broth can provide it. … Read more
As a bargain shopper who also cares about quality, I often find myself browsing the meat aisles at Walmart. With its reputation for low prices, Walmart seems like an ideal place to find deals on groceries. But when it comes to something like USDA prime beef, which is the highest grade available, I wasn’t sure … Read more
Thinly sliced pork tenderloins are topped with cream cheese, roasted garlic, and fresh chives, and then they are wrapped in bacon. The stuffed pork tenderloins are wrapped in bacon and cooked over indirect heat on the grill until the bacon is dark and golden brown. The pork is then cut into medallions that can be … Read more
Making gravy from stock is a great way to make a quick sauce for your meal. It’s really simple and only takes a few minutes. You just need stock (or bouillon), butter, flour, water, and some different spices. As a passionate home cook, gravy is one of my favorite sauces to make A rich, flavorful … Read more
Did you see the dumpster fire on the Real Dog Box Instagram feed? It was like slowly driving past a car accident where the car is backwards and upside down. First you wonder if anyone was hurt, then you wonder how hard the car was hit to flip over. But this wasnt a car wreck, … Read more
Did you know that about 130 million people in the U. S. ate meat snacks and beef jerky in 2021? And that number continues to grow!. Beef jerky is undeniably a delicious, flavorful snack. Beef jerky is a great way to satisfy your hunger and your taste buds, whether you’re on the go, working from … Read more
Pork cushion meat, pulled pork is a boneless piece cut from the large muscle of the Picnic Shoulder. As such it’s a well-exercised very lean cut with a good flavor that’s best wet cooked. The pork cushion is usually triangular once it’s been taken off the bone, but the size and shape depend on how … Read more