Bacon. It’s the delicious, salty, smoky meat that makes everything taste better. From breakfast plates piled high with bacon and eggs, to BLT sandwiches, to baked potatoes topped with crumbled bacon bits, it’s hard to imagine American cuisine without this iconic food. But have you ever wondered just how much bacon we eat in the … Read more
This is a classical French-style recipe for homemade beef stock. It’s much better than store-bought stock and one of the main things that sets restaurant cooking apart from home cooking. Let me say from the outset: homemade beef stock requires effort. It takes time—at least four hours, but ten hours is better—because you have to … Read more
Deer sausage is a tasty wild game meat that many hunters enjoy making into sausage. Freezing is a great way to preserve deer sausage so you can enjoy it for months after the hunt. But exactly how long does deer sausage last in the freezer? In this article we’ll cover everything you need to know … Read more
For this feature, we used the sharp eyes of Steve Chappell, who owns Chappell Guide Service and is one of the best field judges in the elk hunting world. He also makes the Extreme Bulls video series. As avid hunters, we often hear fellow sportsmen throw around the term “250 inch elk.” But what exactly … Read more
Whenever you plan to serve a big pork dish like a ham for Easter or Christmas dinner, you are faced with a lot of questions. Where should I buy the ham? What kind of ham should I buy? Should it be bone-in or boneless? How much ham should I give each person? It’s likely that … Read more
Summer sausage is a beloved snack for many, but determining proper 2 ounce portion sizes can be tricky. When following recipes or counting calories, understanding what a 2 ounce serving looks and feels like is important. In this article, we’ll break down simple tricks for measuring 2 ounce summer sausage amounts. Whether you’re slicing up … Read more
As a parent you likely can’t wait to introduce new and exciting flavors to your little one. But it’s important to wait until your baby is developmentally ready before offering certain foods especially hearty meats like ham. So what age is appropriate for babies to start eating ham? Let’s take a closer look. Around 6 … Read more
As a fitness buff and gym rat, I’m always trying to get enough protein. And as a busy dude, quick protein sources like ground beef are staples for me. But I never knew exactly how much protein was packed into my burger patties and taco meat until I did some research. If you’re wondering the … Read more
The “Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon” is a fun pop culture game that reveals how closely connected actors are to prolific Hollywood star Kevin Bacon It assigns each actor a “Bacon number” based on their degree of separation from him, But who has the highest Bacon number in Hollywood and how is it calculated? Let’s … Read more
Meal preppers (and lazy cooks) have no need to fear. Researchers bust the myths on microwaving food – with tips on how to enjoy leftovers safely. Making meals ahead of time and then reheating them is a great way to save time in the kitchen and keep food from going to waste. One myth is … Read more