The holidays are peak ham and turkey time. Many households serve up both for festive gatherings with family and friends. But cooking two major proteins poses some logistical challenges, especially if your oven space is limited. Fear not! With some strategic planning, you can absolutely cook a turkey and ham simultaneously. Read on to learn … Read more
Should we eat less salt? Is fat really bad for you? What’s wrong with gluten, anyway? A science writer and a consultant cardiologist tell us the truth. With all the messaging around trans fats being unhealthy, you may be wondering if beloved foods like bacon contain these controversial fats Trans fats have largely been removed … Read more
All of our premium hams are already cooked, so all you have to do is heat them up in the oven and serve. Your guests will be amazed when you serve a spiral-sliced ham at your next party. But before you glaze and bake the ham, you need to get rid of that ugly clear … Read more
During the late seventies and eighties, Sizzlean was a popular bacon alternative produced by Swift & Co. The breakfast strips were sold as a healthier alternative to bacon because they had less fat and shrunk less than regular pork bacon. Sizzlean was supposedly 50% leaner than pork belly bacon, in fact, although it actually contained … Read more
Excellent when used as an ingredient meat in Gumbo or a Low Country Boil. Simply cut into pieces, and add to your existing recipe for a delicious addition to a flavorful meal. Hillshire Farms makes some of the most popular smoked sausages around. But how long do they really last? Can you freeze them? What’s … Read more
If you enjoy Honey Baked Ham, you might be curious about what goes into this well-known holiday dish. Some people may be worried about nitrates, while others may be interested in MSG, which is a common food additive. In recent years, this controversial ingredient has been the subject of a lot of debate. Some say … Read more
The Bacon Clubhouse Burger was a popular menu item at McDonald’s for many years. This bacon cheeseburger featured Applewood smoked bacon American cheese, onions, lettuce tomato, mayo, and ketchup stacked between a sesame seed bun. It provided a satisfying combination of smoky bacon flavor and fresh produce. But does McDonald’s still offer this bacon-topped sandwich … Read more
Atkins 20® Phase 1, also known as Induction, is designed to jumpstart your weight loss. An all-too-common misconception is that Phase 1 of Atkins is the whole program. In reality, it’s the key to kick starting your fat burning metabolism. As you go through the diet, you’ll learn how many grams of net carbs you … Read more
These sausage rolls are the perfect make-ahead appetizer. They are quick, easy, and delicious served hot or cold. Flaky puff pastry wrapped around savory pork sausage and baked to golden brown perfection? Yes, please!. Ah sausage rolls. These savory little bites remind me of growing up in England. There were always a lot of them … Read more
Being healthy and happy for our employees, customers, and business partners is always the most important thing to us at Wageners Meat Products. We are aware of our duty to provide Ontario with high-quality deli meats because of this, and we are taking extra steps to protect our team and make sure our food safety … Read more