Bacon is a beloved breakfast food for many people. The smoky salty flavor just seems to make mornings a little brighter. But traditional bacon can also be loaded with sodium due to the curing process. This has led to new varieties of “uncured” bacon hitting store shelves. But does uncured bacon actually contain less sodium … Read more
Who can forget where they were when they first heard about the Wendy’s Baconator? It may be one of the most famous fast food burgers of all time, and it helped Wendy’s get back on top of the high-burger sales charts after a long time of struggling to compete with McDonald’s. The Ohio-based fast food … Read more
Bacon. It’s the delicious, salty, smoky meat that makes everything taste better. From breakfast plates piled high with bacon and eggs, to BLT sandwiches, to baked potatoes topped with crumbled bacon bits, it’s hard to imagine American cuisine without this iconic food. But have you ever wondered just how much bacon we eat in the … Read more
Whenever you plan to serve a big pork dish like a ham for Easter or Christmas dinner, you are faced with a lot of questions. Where should I buy the ham? What kind of ham should I buy? Should it be bone-in or boneless? How much ham should I give each person? It’s likely that … Read more
Summer sausage is a beloved snack for many, but determining proper 2 ounce portion sizes can be tricky. When following recipes or counting calories, understanding what a 2 ounce serving looks and feels like is important. In this article, we’ll break down simple tricks for measuring 2 ounce summer sausage amounts. Whether you’re slicing up … Read more
As a parent you likely can’t wait to introduce new and exciting flavors to your little one. But it’s important to wait until your baby is developmentally ready before offering certain foods especially hearty meats like ham. So what age is appropriate for babies to start eating ham? Let’s take a closer look. Around 6 … Read more
The “Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon” is a fun pop culture game that reveals how closely connected actors are to prolific Hollywood star Kevin Bacon It assigns each actor a “Bacon number” based on their degree of separation from him, But who has the highest Bacon number in Hollywood and how is it calculated? Let’s … Read more
Meal preppers (and lazy cooks) have no need to fear. Researchers bust the myths on microwaving food – with tips on how to enjoy leftovers safely. Making meals ahead of time and then reheating them is a great way to save time in the kitchen and keep food from going to waste. One myth is … Read more
Country ham is a beloved staple in many Southern households. The salty, smoky flavor makes it perfect for biscuits, redeye gravy, and more. Many choose to vacuum seal country ham to extend its shelf life for longer term storage and enjoyment. But exactly how long does vacuum sealed country ham actually last? In this article, … Read more
The sweet brown sugar and honey glaze on this ham is baked until it turns golden brown and caramelized. The ultimate holiday ham that’s super easy to make and always gets rave reviews. There’s no such thing as a bad holiday ham, and this glazed version looks great and tastes great. Pile your mashed potatoes … Read more