As a bacon lover on a budget, I’m always looking for ways to enjoy this tasty cured pork product without breaking the bank. That’s why I was intrigued when I recently came across economy bacon in the grocery store meat case. What is economy bacon exactly, and how does it compare to regular bacon in … Read more
Collard greens are a staple of Southern cooking These leafy green vegetables have a slightly bitter taste that is perfectly balanced by cooking them low and slow with smoky, salty bacon The combination of collard greens and bacon is a match made in heaven! In this article, I’ll walk you through the entire process of … Read more
American people think of Canadian bacon as being more like ham than regular bacon (via Kitchn). Its cut from a cured pork loin, which may or may not have been smoked. Canadian bacon is leaner than strip bacon, which comes from the fattier pork belly. Because Canadian bacon slices are round, they are the right … Read more
American people think of Canadian bacon as being more like ham than regular bacon (via Kitchn). Its cut from a cured pork loin, which may or may not have been smoked. Canadian bacon is leaner than strip bacon, which comes from the fattier pork belly. Because Canadian bacon slices are round, they are the right … Read more
Crispy, smoky, salty bacon is one of life’s simple pleasures. When you bite into a perfectly cooked strip of bacon, you get an explosion of flavor and texture in your mouth. That’s why bacon makes such a tasty addition to sandwiches, burgers, salads, and more. Chick-fil-A is well known for having delicious bacon on their … Read more
This bacon Alfredo tortellini recipe has a tangy cream cheese sauce with bacon bits and Parmesan cheese. It’s quick and easy to make, and it’s great as a main dish or a side dish. If you can’t get enough Alfredo sauce, try my Easy Shrimp Alfredo or Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Roll Ups next. Chicken and … Read more
As people pay more attention to labels, learn more about nutrition, and try to stay healthy, “sugar-free” has become a popular word in the food industry. AHA says that men should not eat more than 36 grams of sugar a day and women should eat no more than 25 grams a day. And it’s easy … Read more
It’s likely that you haven’t heard of the “dark horse” of breakfast meats unless you live in New Jersey. Part mystery, with a dash of allure, let us introduce you to pork roll. At first glance, it might look like Canadian bacon or even bologna, but it’s actually pork roll. In New Jersey, you’d be … Read more
Unless you live in the South, you might not be able to find pork jowl bacon at the store near you. If you do find this tasty piece of meat, though, you can cook it pretty much the same way you would bacon. You can cook pork jowl bacon on the stove, in the oven, … Read more
These soybeans are harvested when the beans are still green and sweet tasting. After being boiled in water with a little salt for 15 to 20 minutes, they can be eaten as a snack or as a main vegetable. They are high in protein and fiber and contain no cholesterol. Edamame can be bought shelled … Read more