I tested 2 ways to cook a spiral cut ham and have you covered for any occasion. Two were cooked: one in the oven and one on the smoker. You can choose the method that works best for you. It can be messy and scary to start with a raw or fresh ham, especially when … Read more
Aldi is a great place to get a ham for your holiday dinner. The discount store sells different kinds, like a spiral-sliced double-glazed ham that we’ve already talked about, an antibiotic-free ham, and a spiral-sliced hickory-smoked honey ham. Every year for Easter, I buy Aldi’s double-glazed spiral ham, but this year I chose to try … Read more
Discovering that you are expecting a baby is one of the most incredible emotions a woman can imagine. It’s a one-of-a-kind moment that makes you feel good and makes you worry about your health, which you need to protect twice as much and pay close attention to. The most important thing is to eat with … Read more
What cut makes that famous holiday ham? It’s a mix of the cut (from the hind leg) and the curing. When a ham is preserved through salt-forward curing, you can expect it to be moist, tender and flavorful. It also brings out the ham’s sweet, salty and sometimes smoky-tasting notes. Given the size, it’s ideal … Read more
I published my first investigation of the year last week. It showed what’s in some Boar’s Head meats that you might buy at the deli counter, such as: A lot of you were shocked by this because you’ve never seen what’s in their deli meats and thought they used better ingredients because of how they … Read more
People love having a honey-baked ham as the main dish at holiday meals and other special events. It’s hard to say no to savory ham that has been cured in smoke and sweet honey glaze. Honey baked hams are often sold pre-cooked and fully frozen for convenience. But this also means they need to be … Read more
A Chisesi ham with a beautiful glaze is often the star of holiday and special occasion dinners. It is known for having a great flavor and being juicy, but Chisesi ham needs to be handled in a certain way to be at its best. Follow this full guide to get insider tips and step-by-step instructions … Read more
Ham is used instead of carb-heavy wraps in this easy but tasty lunch, which is filled with tuna mayo. These wraps are perfect for lunchboxes served with a salad or as a snack in between meals. Tuna and ham may seem like an unlikely pairing at first glance, but these two versatile proteins can make … Read more
If you’ve ever wondered how to cook a spiral ham (I love the Kirkland brand), look no further. You only need a few tips and tricks to make sure your holiday ham stays juicy and tender. You can use the glaze packet that comes with it or make your own. Once you try this easy … Read more
There is a lot of deli meat, also called lunch meat, that doesn’t last long. It goes from tasty to slimy in just a few days. Many home cooks still wonder if they can freeze deli meat, even though they know how to freeze chicken breasts and stew meat. The short answer is yes. Deli … Read more