The Sirloin Cap is often referred to as a “fancy tri tip”. This cut is from the sirloin subprimal and is one of the most underrated cuts of beef. Sirloin cap is leaner than a tri-tip, with a pronounced sirloin flavor. You can roast this cut of meat or cut it into steaks. It works … Read more
As you learn more about healthy eating, you may be looking for new, tasty foods that are natural, high in nutrients, or low in fat. Whole-cut turkey bacon is a healthy, leaner source of protein, and when it’s smoked over real wood, it tastes a lot like pork bacon. How does it cook, though? There’s … Read more
People who really believe the Bible will sometimes ask us if the Bible doesn’t say that pork is dirty and, therefore, if Christians should eat it. “Now that’s a good question,” as my brother-minister R. C. Sproul says. So let’s go to the Bible and ask, “is eating pork unclean?”. One of the early names … Read more
With their iridescent lining and ornate shape, abalone shells are prized by collectors and artisans. But if you find an abalone shell on a California beach, can you legally sell it? Or are you better off keeping your shelf empty to avoid running afoul of the law? In California, selling wild abalone shells is illegal … Read more
How to Make a Slurry: A slurry is what you need to thicken a soup, stew, or gravy. Did you ever wonder what a slurry was? It sounds complicated, but it’s one of the easiest things you can learn as a home cook. Adding a slurry to dishes like stews, gravies, and sauces is a … Read more
The World Health Organization (WHO) said last year that red and processed meat can cause cancer. This put our meat-eating habits in the spotlight. With the evidence stacking up, what does this mean for meat eaters with diabetes?. With the help of Cancer Research UK, we go behind the headlines to explain the facts. A … Read more
Shrimp are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in many dishes, from appetizers to main courses. However, fresh shrimp often have an unpleasant, fishy flavor that needs to be removed before cooking. Purging, also called deveining, helps eliminate the vein that runs along the shrimp’s back as well as any grit or … Read more
It happens to every cat owner sooner or later. As soon as they start to eat their seafood dinner, they feel their cat’s watchful eye on them, begging them to drop something. That’s when they ask themselves one fateful question: Is it safe to serve cooked fish to a cat?. It turns out that the … Read more
As a cured and smoked pork product, bacon is beloved by many for its rich, savory flavor. But can followers of the Mormon faith enjoy it too? With dietary restrictions that prohibit alcohol, tobacco, coffee and tea, some wonder if bacon is off-limits as well. In this article, we’ll take a close look at the … Read more
Tracing the Source Uncovering Where Kroger Pork Comes From As one of the largest grocery retailers in the United States, Kroger sells a huge amount of fresh and processed pork. But in today’s complex global food chain, it can be hard for consumers to know exactly where their pork products come from before landing in … Read more