Hand-trimmed top round cuts of beef are lightly seasoned and then slow-roasted in their own juices to make Columbus Sliced Seasoned Roast Beef. Roast beef is a delicious and versatile meat for sandwiches, salads, and entrées But if a recipe calls for 6 ounces of roast beef, what does that look like exactly? Let’s break … Read more
Oysters are one of my favorite foods. There’s nothing quite like the briny taste of a fresh raw oyster. I’ve been curious for a while about how oysters are sold and packaged commercially. Specifically, I wanted to find out the answer to the question – how many oysters are in a bucket? I did some … Read more
Learn How to Clean Shrimp just like caterers and culinary professionals everywhere. This quick and easy guide will show you how to clean and devein shrimp so that your best recipes always have beautiful, juicy shrimp. Technically, it is not necessary to clean shrimp. The black line on the shrimp’s bottom, which is also known … Read more
Remember these old-school crisps? We really wish they would bring some of them back, like Monster Munch, which turned your tongue blue, and weird flavor combinations. As a child of the 90s I have fond memories of munching on Beef and Mustard Hula Hoops after school. That unforgettable tangy, beefy flavor was my absolute favorite. … Read more
I always make my Simple Smoked Pulled Pork Butt (also called Smoked Pork Shoulder) when I need to feed a lot of people quickly. With only 3 ingredients, you’re looking at some good, classic BBQ with plenty of flavor. This process for smoked pulled pork is a delicious way to cook pork butt. It’s a … Read more
There is a difference between the shelf life of meat products that are vacuum sealed and those that are not. If you sell or ship meat, you should know about this. Meats like raw meat and deli meat usually need to be cooked or eaten within a few days of being bought so they don’t … Read more
A tasty way to roast pork loin so that it is juicy in the middle and brown and crusty on the outside. Awhile ago I posted my method for roasting pork perfectly. That pork roast recipe has gotten a lot of great feedback in the comment section. There are also a lot of questions there … Read more
As easy as it gets, slow cooker pulled pork tacos are the best way to make dinner on Taco Tuesday (or any other day). There it is again — that four-letter word. It’s one of my favorite words in the language of cooking, and it’s not even a bad word. I eat them every which … Read more
Ground beef is a kitchen staple used in everything from burgers to meatloaf, tacos to chili. But with rising sodium levels in processed foods, some consumers are concerned about just how much sodium is in a package of ground beef. In this article, we’ll break down the sodium content in different types of ground beef … Read more
Beef bouillon cubes are a versatile and flavorful ingredient that can add a boost of savory umami flavor to dishes But to use them properly, it’s important to know the ideal water ratio Adding too much or too little water relative to the bouillon can make your broth too weak or overly salty. In this … Read more