Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is added to many foods to enhance flavor. MSG is commonly found in canned foods, soups, fast foods, and processed foods. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says that MSG is generally safe to eat, but there are still a lot of questions and disagreements about whether it is bad for your … Read more
There are a lot of fully cooked hams in stores, but it’s tradition to glaze and cook the ham first, which makes it taste even better. Cooking ham in a convection oven means adjusting both temperature and cook time slightly from conventional oven recipes. There are so many kinds of ham that the USDA Food … Read more
If you’ve ever cooked bacon, you know that the pan leaves behind a lot of grease. You can save that “liquid gold” and use it later when you cook. You can make mashed potatoes, biscuits, mac and cheese, and much more. Unfortunately, this tasty treat won’t last forever. Once you’ve saved it, mark the lid … Read more
Impossible Sausage is a plant-based sausage made by Impossible Foods to mimic the taste and texture of traditional pork sausage. This innovative vegan sausage needs to be handled properly when defrosting to ensure food safety, quality and the best flavor. Here is a complete guide to the fastest, safest methods for defrosting frozen Impossible Sausage. … Read more
Yes, plant-based meat does go bad. Find out how long Beyond, Impossible, and other plant-based meats last for. Vegans, vegetarians, and other plant-based eaters who want to skip real meat every once in a while like plant-based meat. People may not know how to properly store and prepare new foods because many of them aren’t … Read more
Flaky croissants stuffed with savory ham and melty cheese make a perfect quick breakfast or snack, But how should you store these tasty pastries? Do ham and cheese croissants need refrigeration to stay fresh and safe to eat? Let’s examine proper storage methods Why Refrigeration is Often Required Ham and cheese croissants typically contain perishable … Read more
As the makers of the #1 selling boneless ham in the country, there’s a very specific nightmare that haunts us every holiday season: home cooks who fail to give their ham enough time to thaw. It’s true, folks: every year, way too many holiday hosts make this simple mistake. Some are new to the job, … Read more
Many people eat sausage for breakfast and dinner because it’s easy to make and tastes great. However, undercooked sausage poses some health risks that need to be taken seriously. If you ate undercooked sausage by accident, you may be wondering how long it takes to get sick. While the chances are that you’ll be fine, … Read more
People who know me well and often visit Egypt often ask me if they can bring certain foods through customs. One of the most common questions is “Can I take bacon to Egypt?”. While Egypt is a Muslim country, bringing pork products like bacon into the country is not outright prohibited. However there are some … Read more
Bacon fat is a flavorful fat that can add a savory, smoky punch to all kinds of dishes. From sautéing veggies to frying eggs, this rendered pork fat imparts delicious bacon essence wherever it’s used. But can you actually buy bacon fat in the UK? The short answer is yes – bacon fat can be … Read more