I took some bacon out of the freezer but didn’t use it all, or I only needed part of the package. Can I freeze the rest? The short answer is yes, you can freeze whole or part of a package of uncooked bacon again. Bacon is a breakfast staple in many households. The smoky, salty … Read more
Dehydrating meat prolongs its shelf life, allowing you to rehydrate it later or enjoy as a dried food. Cooked bacon works well in a dehydrator and makes a protein-packed snack, salad topping or soup ingredient. Dehydrated bacon is also a good item to pack for extended hikes or camping trips. Look for a dehydrator at … Read more
The best and easiest way to cook turkey bacon is in the oven. You’ll get crispy bacon without any drips on the stove. Believe it or not, I went through a long stretch of my life where I didn’t like bacon. I’m not really sure why, but I can definitely tell you that that phase … Read more
Fully cooked hams are a great choice for the holidays because they’re simple to make, feed a lot of people, and taste great the next day. Also great for busy families, hams can be the base for many other recipes during the week. On Sunday, cook the ham and eat it all week in a … Read more
Crispy smoky just a little bit sweet – homemade bacon cured with brown sugar is sheer perfection. Skipping the supermarket bacon aisle for DIY bacon is so rewarding, plus you can customize the flavor exactly how you like. I’m going to show you how to use a simple brown sugar cure to turn pork belly … Read more
Cured ham hocks are a delicious addition to countless savory dishes. Their rich, smoky flavor takes soups, beans, stews and more to the next level. While you can buy smoked ham hocks at the grocery store, curing them yourself at home results in superior taste and texture. Read on for an easy tutorial on curing … Read more
To make the barbecue sauce: simply combine all the ingredients, taste and season. Brush the bacon chops with about a tablespoon of the barbecue sauce. Set them aside until you are ready to cook them. Reserve the remainder of the barbecue sauce to use when cooking the beans and the chops. To cook the beans: … Read more
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. When I was growing up, there was always a Folgers coffee can of bacon fat in the freezer because my family loved salty pork slabs so much. We were always looking for the best way to cook … Read more
A ham hock terrine is a perfect make-ahead dish for entertaining. The rich smooth texture studded with pieces of tender ham makes an elegant starter or lunch dish. But what if you end up with leftovers after all that work preparing a terrine? Can you freeze ham hock terrine to enjoy later? The short answer … Read more
Pickled sausages are a tasty snack that can last for a surprisingly long time But how long exactly? And what’s the best way to store them to maximize freshness? I did some digging to get you the answers An Overview of Pickled Sausages For those unfamiliar, pickled sausages are raw or precooked sausages that have … Read more