Souse, also known as head cheese, is a savory jellied pork dish with roots in various global cuisines. The Southern United States version often features pork head meat, feet, and ears simmered until tender and set in a vinegary broth. Making traditional Southern souse takes time and care, but results in a unique, old-fashioned meaty … Read more
When purchasing a whole or half cow from a rancher or butcher, one of the most important documents is the beef cut sheet. This detailed form specifies how you want your cow to be broken down into cuts of beef. For first-timers, beef cut sheets can seem complex and confusing. This guide will demystify the … Read more
Salmon is one of the most popular fish consumed around the world prized for its flavor and nutritional benefits. However concerns over sustainability, contaminants, and farming practices have many consumers questioning the safety of their salmon. This is especially true when it comes to farmed salmon and unfamiliar varieties like Jail Island salmon. But is … Read more
Ground beef is the perfect choice for so many dinner options. Even picky eaters can find something that ground beef can cover. Burgers, lasagna, taco night, and more. Still, ground beef won’t stay fresh in the fridge for long, and you don’t want to serve meat that has gone bad. Avoiding food-borne illness should always … Read more
Having canned goods in your pantry can save you time and effort when you need to make a quick dinner but don’t have time to go to the store. These foods don’t go bad quickly and can be used to make a tasty meal. One example is canned tomatoes. Other examples are green beans and … Read more
Lecithin describes a group of fatty substances found in plant and animal tissues. It is essential for proper biological function. Lecithin occurs naturally in many foods, such as organ meats, red meat, seafood, and more. A commercial form of lecithin is often used to make medicines, cosmetics, and food because it makes things last longer … Read more
Brining is an easy yet effective way to make your pork ribs incredibly flavorful, tender, and juicy. The brine solution works to infuse seasonings into the meat while also helping it retain moisture. With the right brine recipe, you’ll enjoy finger-licking ribs every time. Why Brine Pork Ribs? Brining offers several advantages over cooking ribs … Read more
Change 5/20/22: An earlier version of this article said that the Global Seafood Alliance said it was common for farmed shrimp to be given antibiotics. Global Seafood Alliance states that “many resort to the use of readily available antibiotics. “. In recent decades, the seafood industry has experienced a sea change. People used to think … Read more
Smoking meat is one of the ways my husband shows love, and I agree that a rack of ribs smoked low and slow over hickory wood chips is a real treat. Since most people don’t have a smoker, I’m going to share my easy and unbelievably tasty oven-baked ribs recipe. Yes, you can get lip-smackin’, … Read more
How long after the “sell by” date is ground beef still safe to eat? I bought it three days ago and want to make hamburgers with it. The quality and safety of your beef will depend on how cold it was stored at the store and on the way to your house, as well as … Read more