Tamales are a delicious and hearty Mexican staple perfect for gatherings and celebrations When making tamales, pork is a classic filling choice prized for its rich, meaty flavor But determining how much pork to buy can be tricky when trying to yield the right amount of tamales. In this complete guide, we’ll break down how … Read more
As barbecue season approaches pork ribs become a coveted menu item. Their succulent, fall-off-the-bone texture and finger-licking flavor make ribs one of the most craveable meats. But stocking up on ribs at the grocery store can put a dent in your wallet. This is where Costco can come in handy – the wholesale retailer offers … Read more
A pork shoulder roast, also known as a Boston butt, is one of the most flavorful cuts of pork. When slowly cooked, it becomes incredibly tender and juicy – perfect for pulled pork sandwiches or tacos. An 11 pound pork shoulder is a generous size that will provide ample portions. Learning how to properly cook … Read more
A lobstering crew caught a very rare bright orange American lobster in Maine’s Casco Bay earlier this month. It now lives at the marine science center at the University of New England. Markus Frederich, a professor of marine science at the university, says the odds of catching an orange lobster are one in thirty million. … Read more
After cooking these bacon slices, you can serve them with hash browns, scrambled eggs, or different breakfast pastries to make your brunch buffet or takeout menu look great. Bacon is one of the most beloved breakfast meats, adding a smoky, salty goodness to everything from sandwiches to burgers and more. Many bacon aficionados prefer to … Read more
Bacon makes everything better, including your favorite McDonald’s menu items But being an add-on, getting bacon on your McDonald’s burger or sandwich comes at an additional cost So how much does it cost to add bacon at McDonald’s? The price for adding bacon to an existing item at McDonald’s is usually between $1-2 However, the … Read more
Meet the most fall-off-the-bone tender, no oven, I-think-I’m-gonna-need-a-bigger-bib Crockpot Ribs. Do yourself and all the rib lovers in your life a huge favor and make a slab of ribs. Baby backs, spare ribs, country…this recipe works with any of your favorite cuts. Cooking pork ribs in a crock pot produces amazingly tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs infused … Read more
This Shrimp Alfredo recipe has the best homemade sauce that’s easy to make and serve with pasta. You’ll think it came from a restaurant!. These days I’ve been enjoying adding more shrimp recipes to my collection. Classic Shrimp Alfredo is one of my favorites. (With a buttery panko topping that’s truly amazing!). The mix of … Read more
Planning to serve roast beef for a large gathering of 200 people? Figuring out how much meat to buy and cook can be tricky This comprehensive guide provides tips and formulas to help you determine the perfect amount of roast beef for a crowd that big Why Roast Beef is Great for Feeding a Crowd … Read more
There are a lot of great deals on ham at Aldi if you want to serve one for a holiday like Easter, Christmas, or the New Year. We’ve written about a few of the hams that the discount store has sold over the years, such as a hardwood smoked butt portion bone-in ham, an applewood … Read more