Poultry farming involves raising domesticated birds like chickens turkeys ducks, and geese for the purpose of harvesting their meat, eggs, feathers, or manure. As with any agricultural endeavor, poultry farmers have certain driving objectives behind their work. Understanding the core aims of poultry production provides insight into this vital industry. The overall goal of operating … Read more
It’s easy to make pork stew, and it tastes great! Tender pork shoulder, potatoes, and vegetables make a hearty, thick stew that will warm you up from the inside out! Good news! The best cuts of meat for pork stew also happen to be the most affordable. Pork shoulder is a great cut of meat … Read more
This simple guide was made because we get asked a lot what weight of meat to order per person, or how much meat one number of people needs. You should usually give each person half a pound (225g) of meat without bones or three quarters of a pound (340g) of meat with bones. But, to … Read more
This brine is for a pork shoulder (butt) but would work for basically anything. The flavors used are some very basic aromatics. The real power of brine is the salt. Boston butt pork roast also known as pork shoulder is a tough, flavorful cut that benefits immensely from brining before cooking. Brining is the simple … Read more
Grilling pork tenderloin on a gas grill is fast and easy. We love this easy recipe because the meat is juicy and tender on the inside and has a touch of char on the outside. You will too. Just follow my step-by-step photo instructions. Pork tenderloinSeasoning—salt and pepper or other seasoningOptional brine—water, salt, sugarOptional—BBQ dry … Read more
Shrimp are sold by count per pound in the United States. The number on the label will indicate the number of shrimp in the package. If it reads 21/25, you know there should be from 21 to 25 shrimp in each pound. Here is a general list of sizes and weights per pound. The “U” … Read more
Having a freezer full of ButcherBox’s delicious meat ready to go whenever you want a great meal is one of life’s simple pleasures. But we understand that knowing exactly what to do with your frozen meat can be a little confusing. ButcherBox is lucky to have meat industry experts and experienced chefs on staff who … Read more
People have been farming oysters for food for more than 2,000 years. They are one of the oldest living things on Earth. They are part of the mollusk family of shellfish that also includes mussels, clams and scallops. Mollusks are bivalves, which means they have two shells that are the same size and protect a … Read more
Having a pork allergy is no-joke. It’s not as simple as avoiding pork. There are a lot of unsuspecting foods that contain pork. Here’s a list of the foods to avoid if you have a pork allergy. Pork enzymes are widely used as processing aids in the food industry Many people avoid pork for religious, … Read more
MedlinePlus says that a 3-ounce serving of sirloin steak is about the size of a deck of cards or the palm of your hand. A 6-ounce serving is twice that size. Eating a 6-ounce, protein-rich sirloin will help you meet — or exceed — your daily protein needs. In addition to being rich in protein, … Read more