It’s very satisfying to cure your own bacon at home, and you can change the flavors to suit your tastes. There are two ways to cure pork belly: whole or cut into strips. If you want to make bacon slices, or “rashers,” you can cure pork belly slices. You can make your own bacon in … Read more
Curing and smoking your own bacon from pork belly is incredibly satisfying, but not always practical for the home cook. When you get your hands on pre-sliced pork belly, you may wonder if you can still transform it into bacon without having to cure a whole slab The answer is yes! With a few simple … Read more
We were recently able to get half of a pig for our freezer. They’ve been on my wish list for a while, so I was thrilled to find a lot of fresh pork in the freezer. There were a few cuts of meat though, that had me stumped. I looked it up on Google and … Read more
If you get constipated often, do yourself a favor and take a look at your diet. Among the foods that may block you up: too much cheese and milk. You might not have to give up dairy, though. You could just eat less of it and make other changes. Try yogurt with probiotics, live bacteria … Read more
Here are the steps I used to make this for Cyndi Curne, a member of Just A Pinch from my hometown. This is the bacon I bought in Arkansas on my last trip to C Briana is my daughter. I cooked the bacon in the oven, so the rind is still on it. I bought … Read more
The Bacon Smokehouse burger was a popular limited-time offering at McDonald’s featuring applewood smoked bacon onion strings, and a smoky sauce. However, it was removed from menus in 2018, leaving fans wondering if it will ever return. In this article, we’ll take a look back at the history of the Bacon Smokehouse burger, examine why … Read more
As a bacon lover, I’m always looking for easy, mess-free ways to cook it. One of my favorite methods is grilling bacon on foil. It keeps splatters contained, needs minimal cleanup, and infuses the bacon with delicious smoky flavor. Grilling bacon in foil pouches or pans is a great technique for backyard cookouts or when … Read more
Learn how to freeze bacon to save time and money! It’s very simple and quick, and it’s great for when you only need a few pieces of bacon for a recipe. Buy your bacon on sale and freeze with this method to stretch your meat and your budget!. For recipes that call for bacon but … Read more
Our backyard is like a wildlife refuge right now. We have so many birds and squirrels, there is constant movement and activity. I’m curious how they’ll enjoy this Homemade Bird Suet Recipe. This summer, I can’t wait to sit outside in our outdoor room and listen to all those cute little birds thank you for … Read more
As you learn more about healthy eating, you may be looking for new, tasty foods that are natural, high in nutrients, or low in fat. Whole-cut turkey bacon is a healthy, leaner source of protein, and when it’s smoked over real wood, it tastes a lot like pork bacon. How does it cook, though? There’s … Read more