Learn how to peel and devein shrimp with this step-by-step tutorial. Do you want to leave the tails on or off? What is that black vein? Should you save the shells? (Yes!) Find out all of these questions and more. It’s likely making my friends Becca (Biloxi, Mississippi) and Carole (Nawlins, Louisiana) think, “What? You … Read more
There are some foods that can help with cold symptoms and some that you should stay away from. Lifestyle insight. Did you know that some foods can make your cough worse and others can help it feel better? A lot of people say, “feed a cold,” but that doesn’t mean you should eat everything when … Read more
Pork is one of the foods that is strictly prohibited (haram) for Muslims to consume. The prohibition of pork in Islam is derived from the Quran as well as the hadith (sayings and traditions of Prophet Muhammad). There are various reasons given by Islamic scholars on why pork has been forbidden in Islam. Prohibition in … Read more
It doesn’t matter what you call these quick meat snacks—meat sticks, snack sticks, beef sticks, slim jims—they are an important part of making sausage. Almost like jerky, but not quite as dry. This sausage is thinner and can be made from pork, beef, deer, or other wild game combinations. Meat sticks are ground then stuffed … Read more
Pork belly is a highly flavorful and versatile cut of meat that is loaded with deliciously rich fat. Rendering the fat from pork belly involves slowly cooking it to separate and extract the liquid fat from the meat and skin. The rendered pork fat, also known as lard can then be used for cooking, frying, … Read more
The piece count of USDA Choice Angus Beef Special Trim Cryovac varies by bag and is priced per pound. This is a specialty cut of beef that tastes great and is juicy. The beef is flat and a bit thin, and it has muscles just below and above the blade bone. Beef special trim refers … Read more
Pork chops make for a quick delicious weeknight dinner. But not if you forget to thaw them! Frozen pork needs to be thawed slowly and properly to prevent bacterial growth. Rushing the process can compromise both taste and food safety. This guide covers everything you need to know about thawing frozen pork chops. You’ll learn … Read more
If you are from the US and want to go to Canada or Ontario’s Sunset Country, you need to know about the new rules that are now in place. Beef jerky makes a tasty and protein-packed snack for long trips. But can you actually bring this dried meat product into Canada when traveling across the … Read more
Pork blood is a unique ingredient that adds robust flavor and richness to dishes across many cuisines. From blood sausage to Filipino dinuguan stew, liquified pork blood acts as a natural thickener and coloring agent. However, the process of transforming fresh blood into a smooth, liquefied state can seem daunting for amateur cooks. In this … Read more
Salmon is prized for its tender, flaky texture and rich, delicate flavor But sometimes this tasty fish imparts unappetizing earthy, musty, or dirt-like flavors Where do these unpleasant tastes come from? Let’s explore the potential causes when your fresh or cooked salmon tastes like dirt. The Origin of Off-Flavors in Salmon Salmon can develop a … Read more