Like so many Britons, I love a bacon butty or a plate of ham and eggs. That being said, most of these pork products are made with nitrates, which the World Health Organization says can cause cancer. So I’ve been investigating the alternatives …. Before the World Health Organization put processed meats on its list … 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
Every fall, thousands of hunters head to the mountains and wilderness areas of the American West in search of the mighty elk For many hunters, especially those traveling from out of state, getting their hard-earned elk meat back home can be a daunting task. I recently went on my first elk hunt and was shocked … Read more
Pork chitterlings, also known as chitlins or chitterlings, are a culinary delicacy with a long history in Southern cuisine. However, many people find them unfamiliar or even off-putting. In this article, I aim to shed light on this unique Southern food by explaining exactly what pork chitterlings are, their origins and cultural significance, how to … Read more
You can use this Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin recipe if you aren’t very good in the kitchen but still want to make someone happy. It’s ridiculously simple and pretty much fool proof. Spread garlic, herbs, and oil on the pork, then put it in the oven. THE END. It’s really that easy. Pork is a … Read more
What’s for dinner? Grilled pork chops, roasted potatoes, strawberry beet salad, and strawberry rhubarb bundt cake for dessert! It’s time again for What’s For Dinner! This week it’s all about summer suppers. Think grilled meat, roasted potatoes, seasonal berries and seasonal rhubarb. Fresh and delicious. Juicy, savory pork chops make a hearty, satisfying entrée. But … Read more
I always make my Simple Smoked Pulled Pork Butt (also called Smoked Pork Shoulder) when I need to feed a lot of people quickly. With only 3 ingredients, you’re looking at some good, classic BBQ with plenty of flavor. This process for smoked pulled pork is a delicious way to cook pork butt. It’s a … Read more
As someone who doesn’t like the way mushrooms taste or feel, I needed a beef stroganoff recipe without mushrooms. I had to make my own recipe without the mushrooms because most of them call for cream of mushroom soup. I learned that I could make salisbury steak and shepherd’s pie without mushrooms once I learned … Read more
Cooking for a crowd always takes some extra planning, especially when it comes to scaling up recipes Spaghetti with meat sauce is a classic dish that feeds a lot of people But how much ground beef do you really need to make enough meaty sauce for 100 hearty portions? Let’s break it down. An Overview … Read more
Beef jerky is one of my favorite on-the-go snacks. It’s tasty portable and packed with protein – perfect for noshing when I’m road tripping or hiking. But as a beef jerky enthusiast, I’ve always wondered just how many pieces make up an ounce. Is 7 small pieces the same as 3 large ones? What factors … Read more