Uncured meat often gets a bad name. This is another health-related food label that we should keep an eye on. However, unlike most things related to health, uncured meat isnt tough to understand. First, there are two kinds of cured meat. One has a bad name because of how it’s cured, but the other is … Read more
As a complete protein source, bacon has all nine essential amino acids and is a good source of protein. Low in carbohydrates, a slice of bacon has three grams of protein and zero carbohydrates. It is a low-carb and low-glycemic food making it ideal for incorporating in low-carb diets. Bacon is high in fat and … Read more
Coleman Natural Hickory Smoked Uncured Bacon is a family favorite. It tastes salty and is crispy and satisfying. The average American eats about 18 pounds of bacon a year, so it’s not surprising that it’s often gone within a day or two of being brought home from the store or delivered to your door. However, … Read more
For many families, a delicious glazed ham is the centerpiece of holiday meals and special occasions. Costco is a popular place to buy large high-quality hams at an affordable price. But how long will a Costco ham actually last before it goes bad? In this complete guide, I’ll go over everything you need to know … Read more
Hams: They can be fresh, cook-before-eating, cooked, picnic and country types. There are so many kinds, and their storage times and cooking times can be quite confusing. This background information serves to carve up the facts and make them easier to understand. Hams may be fresh, cured or cured-and-smoked. Ham is the cured leg of … Read more
Want a picture-perfect glazed ham recipe for a holiday or special occasion? You’ve come to the right place! This juicy ham goes well with all of our favorite Sunday dinner and Christmas side dish recipes. Moreover, ham is less stressful to prepare than other roasted meats. Since most hams are already cooked when you buy … Read more
Bacon is a breakfast staple loved by many for its smoky, salty, fatty flavor. When cooking breakfast for a crowd or meal prepping recipes that call for bacon, it’s helpful to know how many rashers you get per kilogram. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to figure out the rasher … Read more
As a complete protein source, bacon has all nine essential amino acids and is a good source of protein. Low in carbohydrates, a slice of bacon has three grams of protein and zero carbohydrates. It is a low-carb and low-glycemic food making it ideal for incorporating in low-carb diets. Bacon is high in fat and … Read more
For those who raise their own pigs, having a full freezer after the pigs are killed is a great perk. And while we all love homemade bacon, ham is a favorite as well. Let me tell you how we brine and smoke ham on our farm. Most people think of ham as a big cut … Read more
This recipe for home-cured and smoked ham is wet brined, smoked, and glazed until it’s perfect. It’s a great meal to share with family and friends. You will be blown away by the flavors of this homemade ham. We are big-time ham eaters in this family and eat it often outside of holidays. If you … Read more