A pre-cooked, spiral-sliced ham is relatively simple to prepare and convenient to serve. Such hams are particularly popular for holiday meals and buffet dinners. As its name implies, pre-cooked ham has been previously baked, smoked or cured and comes ready to eat. In fact, it can even be eaten without reheating, according to Ohio State … Read more
Make your own peameal bacon and back bacon. You can find both of them all over Canada but not so easily elsewhere. Luckily, theyre easy to make!. As I’ve already said, one of the annoying things about living away from home is that I can’t get many of the basic foods, treats, and comfort foods … Read more
A flavoursome and hearty soup cooked in the slow cooker. This tasty and healthy soup is made with a bacon hock, carrot, celery, onion, and pearl barley. It will keep you going all day. An excellent option for a weekend lunch. I have fond memories of my Grandma Bonnie making this soup growing up. We … Read more
Benton’s bacon has a dedicated following thanks to its incredibly rich, smoky flavor. But because it contains no preservatives, many wonder – how long does unopened and opened Benton’s bacon last? In this guide I’ll cover everything you need to know about maximizing the shelf life and enjoying this specialty bacon including An overview of … Read more
This is indoor barbecue at its finest! The sauce is the star of the show. What a great sauce! The peach preserves, brown sugar, molasses, paprika, garlic, onion, bacon, and thyme make it taste so good. Wow! A bowl of creamy garlic mashed potatoes are perfect with these. This recipe is perfect for a rainy … Read more
Parma ham, also known as prosciutto di Parma, is a beloved Italian delicacy celebrated for its sweet, salty flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. This specialty cured ham is produced in the Parma region of Italy from the hind legs of pigs. But with its long shelf life, is it still safe to eat if you discover … Read more
Knowing how to cook a ham properly is a great culinary technique to have up your sleeve. There’s nothing hard about baking a ham. Just follow this step-by-step guide for what to do and what not to do. Baking a gorgeous glazed ham is a holiday tradition for many families. People often ask, though, if … Read more
Nothing beats the sizzling smell of bacon cooking in the morning. For many, bacon is a breakfast staple. The smoky pork product has a relatively long shelf life compared to other meats. But what if you discover an unopened pack of bacon past its expiration date in the back of your fridge? Should you throw … Read more
When you deep fry a ham that’s already cooked, you can make it taste different. This way of cooking keeps the meat moist and gives the outside a crispy coating. This guide will show you how to deep fry a bone-in or boneless ham that has already been cooked. Why Deep Fry Precooked Ham? Frying … Read more
Pregnancy comes with a whole host of food cravings and aversions. Your taste buds seem to change daily going from hating your favorite foods to suddenly desiring strange combinations you never thought appetizing before. One such craving many moms-to-be experience is a hankering for pickled sausages. But is this pregnancy-safe? Here’s what you need to … Read more