Ham. If the ham is labeled as “honey ham,” it is high in fructose. The Fig app will help you find low-FODMAP foods faster. This note about ham was looked over by Fig’s dietitian team. Can You Eat Ham on a Low FODMAP Diet? People with IBS who are on a low FODMAP diet find … Read more
Find out everything you need to know about How to Cook Smoked Ham and get our recipe for our holiday Smoked Ham with Maple Spice Glaze, which is naturally gluten-free and sugar-free. When it comes to cooking a whole smoked ham, there are a lot of options and questions. A few years ago, when I … Read more
Learn what you need to know about curing bacon at home. We’ll show you how easy it is to cure meat, give you the tools you need, and answer your most-asked questions about cured bacon. Brandon Sheard from The Farmstead Meatsmith is joining us on the Pantry Chat today. On their homestead in Oklahoma, he … Read more
Some people aren’t sure if it’s safe to eat raw bacon because it’s salt-cured, like cured deli meats. Unfortunately, eating raw or uncooked bacon increases the risk of foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning. Bacon is a beloved breakfast staple for many. The smoky, salty meat is commonly fried up into crispy slices or … Read more
Sulphur dioxide is a type of sulphite, it is a common food additive used as a preservative. There are many foods that can have sulfur dioxide in them, but this page is only about how to use it on meat and livestock products. The Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Food Standards Code) strictly … Read more
Cooking a ham might seem like a big job, but once you know the rules, it’s really simple. A ham is a beautiful centerpiece for a Sunday lunch or a useful way to prepare meals ahead of time. If you follow our Good Housekeeping tips, you’ll be able to make a perfect ham that will … Read more
If you smoke your own bacon without nitrates, you can save a lot of money and get a better, healthier product. It’s not as hard as you think! You don’t have to raise your own pigs or buy a fancy smoker. You just need pork belly (which you can get from a butcher, farmer, or … Read more
There are two ways of curing meat – a salty brine, or just plain salt. I will share recipes for both. Curing a fresh ham is a time-honored tradition for preserving pork. However traditional curing methods often rely on nitrates to preserve the meat and give it that iconic pink color. While delicious there are … Read more
Some people call Canadian bacon “back bacon” or “peameal bacon.” It’s a popular breakfast meat that tastes smoky, salty, and slightly sweet. You may be used to seeing Canadian bacon already cooked and ready to eat. But did you know that it’s easy to bake your own at home and you can make it taste … Read more
There is no way that these Instant Pot Ribs could be cooked in less than 30 minutes! They are so tender, flavorful, and tasty! This is another great and easy recipe that you can make in your pressure cooker. Making tender barbecue ribs at home is one of those meals that will always make me … Read more