Before you go shopping for pork, it’s helpful to know some basic facts about it and the raw cuts that are used to make the retail cuts. Buying and cooking today’s lean pork chops or tenderloins can be a challenge. Also, there are a lot of different cuts of pork in the market, and many … Read more
You only need four common items to make Pork Belly that is crunchy on the outside, juicy and flavorful on the inside, and so easy to use in a lot of different ways. If you’ve had poorly cooked pork belly – chewy or otherwise unpleasant, you know that technique is important. Out of several recipes … Read more
Thats the advice everyone gets about hemorrhoids — and its good. But what does it mean when you’re shopping for food or making dinner? Check out these foods that can help with this painful issue and learn how to add them to your meals. And on the flip side, what you may want to stay … Read more
Southern homes always have chitterlings on hand for the holidays. In this simple stovetop chitterlings recipe, I show you how to clean and cook tasty spicy chitlins at home. In my house, holidays are all about family. When I was a young girl, we had huge holiday potlucks. On the menu, we had holiday hams, … Read more
Pork is a versatile protein that can be transformed into succulent roasts tender chops and mouthwatering pulled pork. But to reach peak tenderness and moisture, you need to understand the science behind collagen breakdown. Collagen is a protein that provides structure to connective tissues in pork. When heated, it converts to gelatin, imparting moisture and … Read more
This post includes affiliate links. Find out more about affiliate links and how they help this site. Pulled pork is one of those dishes which gets people really excited and I totally understand why. It’s sweet, salty, and tender, and there are many ways to serve it. It also doesn’t take long to make enough … Read more
This slow cooker pickled pork cooks to be incredibly tender and loaded with flavor. It goes great with some gravy and vegetables. The pickled pork will have a slight saltiness to it and is incredibly flavorsome. It will be so tender it will almost melt in your mouth. The pork is great as a main … Read more
For many home cooks, pork chops are a go-to easy dinner option. But dry, overcooked pork chops are a letdown that no one wants to eat. That’s where the Ninja Foodi comes in! This multi-use pressure cooker has revolutionized cooking frozen foods, and frozen pork chops are no exception. With a little guidance, you can … Read more
Mmm, pork ribs. They’re an American classic that always stars at BBQs and summer cookouts. Smoky, sticky, fall-off-the-bone ribs hot off the grill are pretty hard to beat. But ribs don’t always have to be barbecued – there are so many other wonderful ways to cook them! If you love pork ribs but are looking … Read more
Though you may have heard it called “the other white meat,†pork is considered red meat. People all over the world eat it, even though some religions, like Islam and Judaism, say it’s wrong to do so. Â. As a red meat, pork has a reputation for being unhealthy. However, it is a good source … Read more