In this moo shu pork, thin slices of pork tenderloin are stir-fried with vegetables and an egg in a tasty sauce. This is my take on the classic take out dish, and it tastes even better than the restaurant version! When I make their favorite Asian dishes at home, like fried wontons, honey chicken, and … Read more
Bacon is one of the most beloved foods out there. The smoky, salty, crispy meat has an irresistible flavor that enhances everything from breakfast to burgers. But bacon can also be expensive and full of preservatives. That’s why many home cooks are turning to pork belly as a way to get that bacon taste they … Read more
People often ask us at BENSA what to do with the bacon grease that comes out of cooking our favorite meat. Our bacon loving members wonder if it’s okay to cook with bacon fat. They ask us how to store it, what the best container is, and how to get rid of it quickly. And … Read more
As a longtime fan of Fareway’s signature ham balls, I’ve always wondered about how these tasty appetizers are made. Specifically, are the ham balls sold fully cooked and ready to heat and eat? Or do they require additional preparation before serving? Time for some investigating to unravel the mystery of Fareway’s famous ham balls! This … Read more
Important note: All catering items listed below are in oven-ready trays. Heating is for conventional ovens only. If you want to heat something up in the microwave, take it out of its packaging and put it in a container that can go in the microwave. Heat it until it’s hot. Fold aluminum foil over it … Read more
Holiday hams, ham-and-cheese sandwiches, ham croquettes, ham-and-cheese omelets. All of them are tasty, and they all have one thing in common: ham! This meat can be used in a lot of different ways, so whether you want something sweet or savory, you’ll enjoy it. Fans of ham can’t help but wonder, though: what kind of … Read more
Liver is an organ meat. It comes from the bodys largest internal organ, found in the bellies of all animals with backbones. Among hundreds of other functions, the liver filters blood and removes toxins. It also makes bile, a substance that helps digest fats and get rid of waste. Like all types of liver, beef … Read more
If you are allergic to shellfish, you may need to stay away from all kinds of shellfish because the symptoms can be very bad and even kill you. The good news is that a shellfish allergy is very manageable. By avoiding shellfish and taking some precautions, you can enjoy an active, healthy life. If your … Read more
Whole30 Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage, a quick and delicious (paleo, and gluten free) dinner. I like to serve it with baby potatoes and carrots and it’s absolutely perfect for your healthy St. Patrick’s Day dinner! For a low carb option: Simply leave off the root veggies!. The Whole30 diet has exploded in popularity … Read more
This recipe for Shake and Bake Pork Chops is a homemade take on the childhood favorite. Juicy pork chops are coated in a tasty breadcrumb mixture and baked until golden brown and delicious. I believe that I have yet to make any recipe that calls for deep frying. I vow to someday get over that … Read more