If you think of a juicy, meaty burger, you probably picture something like the burger emoji, with cheese, a single juicy patty, and maybe a few extra toppings or sauces. It’s probably a quarter-pounder, which is the best size for most buns and gives you the right amount of meat to bread. It’s also a … Read more
If you’re having a big family gathering or party, a tasty taco bar is the easiest and most popular way to feed everyone. Anyone can put anything they want on their ground beef tacos, and everyone is happy and full when they leave. But then you are faced with the question…. how much taco meat … Read more
Pulled pork is a crowd-pleasing staple that’ssimple to make in a slow cooker While most recipes call for thawed pork shoulder or roast, you can actually cook frozen pulled pork in the crock pot too With some preparation tips and the right cook time, it turns out just as delicious. Keep reading to learn how … Read more
Just about any food cooked on the grill will have a unique, fire-kissed flavor to it. One simple reason why meat roasted over a charcoal grill tastes better than meat grilled over gas is that the temperatures are higher. As a whopping 1200 degrees, charcoal burns hotter, about twice as hot as the average gas … Read more
Protein is finally getting some attention, and it’s not just because it helps build and repair muscles. Protein also helps regulate hormones, transports molecules, acts as an enzyme for chemical reactions, and more. If you don’t know how much protein you eat every day, you should start keeping track of it and figuring out how … Read more
Summer sausage, kielbasa, bologna, bratwurst: The list goes on and on. There are so many varieties of sausage. Is it safe to store them for a long time and where? Are they fully cooked or not? The information below will answer these and other questions. Use the chart as a guideline for safe storage. Sausages … Read more
A beautiful glazed ham just screams “special occasion”. Our idea of a main event, though, is all the incredibly easy side dishes that will really make the meal one to remember. These sides can round out your dinner menu and make sure that your holiday ham is paired with delicious potatoes, vegetables, homemade breads, and … Read more
Beef is well known for being a great source of protein, but did you know it also contains high amounts of an important mineral called potassium? Getting enough potassium in your diet provides many health benefits like lowering blood pressure, reducing kidney stone risk, and regulating blood sugar. Let’s take a closer look at how … Read more
Say goodbye to dry and flavorless pork tenderloin. With my easy cooking method, you can make the best, juicy, tender pork tenderloin in under 30 minutes. If you’re tired of dry pork tenderloin, try this easy recipe. It guarantees moist and juicy pork, which you can make with your favorite spice rub. I cook this … Read more
The sound of bacon cooking on the stove and the wonderful smell of it are just as good of alarm clocks, if not better. Many people feel the same way about turkey bacon. Even the biggest bacon fans will lick their lips with hunger when they see a crispy slice of turkey bacon. Mel Magazine … Read more