Crispy smoky just a little bit sweet – homemade bacon cured with brown sugar is sheer perfection. Skipping the supermarket bacon aisle for DIY bacon is so rewarding, plus you can customize the flavor exactly how you like. I’m going to show you how to use a simple brown sugar cure to turn pork belly … Read more
Cured ham hocks are a delicious addition to countless savory dishes. Their rich, smoky flavor takes soups, beans, stews and more to the next level. While you can buy smoked ham hocks at the grocery store, curing them yourself at home results in superior taste and texture. Read on for an easy tutorial on curing … Read more
To make the barbecue sauce: simply combine all the ingredients, taste and season. Brush the bacon chops with about a tablespoon of the barbecue sauce. Set them aside until you are ready to cook them. Reserve the remainder of the barbecue sauce to use when cooking the beans and the chops. To cook the beans: … Read more
I tested it many times to find the best timing! Learn how to brine pork loin like a pro to always have tender, juicy pork. I’ve done lots of testing to perfect the best method and timing for brining a variety of meats. Now it’s time to share how to brine pork loin for well … Read more
As a home cook who loves brisket, I know how hard it can seem to cook a frozen beef brisket. A lot of people don’t work with frozen briskets because they don’t know how to thaw and cook them correctly. However, do not worry! If you know what to do, you can turn a frozen … Read more
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. When I was growing up, there was always a Folgers coffee can of bacon fat in the freezer because my family loved salty pork slabs so much. We were always looking for the best way to cook … Read more
Veal cutlets fried in bread crumbs are a traditional Italian-American dish that is quick and easy to make during the week. Fresh veal is great, but having frozen breaded veal cutlets on hand is a great way to always have a quick protein ready to go. But how do you cook those frozen cutlets so … Read more
If you’re a vegetarian, you can’t really eat those cute Conversation Hearts, even if the sugar isn’t made with bone char, unless gelatin is part of your idea of vegetarian food. Yes, like gummy bears, Brach’s Conversation Hearts, the Valentine’s day fave, contain gelatin. Um, with an exception. While I was at Walmart looking at … Read more
A ham hock terrine is a perfect make-ahead dish for entertaining. The rich smooth texture studded with pieces of tender ham makes an elegant starter or lunch dish. But what if you end up with leftovers after all that work preparing a terrine? Can you freeze ham hock terrine to enjoy later? The short answer … Read more
Tuna pouches have become a popular on-the-go snack or addition to meals Their convenience makes them a pantry staple But how long do they last after the printed expiration date? Generally, unopened pouched tuna lasts 1-3 years past its expiration date, if stored properly in a cool, dry place However, tuna quality degrades over time, … Read more