Beef stew is the ultimate comfort food. With tender beef, carrots, potatoes and hearty broth, it’s a delicious and filling meal on a cold winter’s night. The problem is, beef stew makes a HUGE batch Unless you’re feeding an army, you’ll inevitably have leftovers But that’s a good thing! Frozen beef stew reheats beautifully. With … Read more
Bacon is treasured for its smoky, salty, umami flavor that enhances everything from breakfast to burgers. However, the high sodium content can be off-putting for those limiting their salt intake. Thankfully, it’s possible to remove some of the salt from bacon through simple soaking and rinsing techniques. Why is Bacon So Salty? To understand how … Read more
As a pet owner and foodie, I’m always on the lookout for new and nutritious treats for my furry friends and adventurous palate Recently, I stumbled upon beef tendon and was surprised by conflicting information about its potential cholesterol content Naturally, this discovery piqued my interest, so I dug deeper to uncover the truth. In … Read more
Getting enough protein is essential to maintaining a healthy diet and achieving your health goals. Optavia is a weight loss program that emphasizes the importance of incorporating lean protein sources into your diet. To help you be as healthy and happy as possible, we’ve put together a list of Optavia-approved meats that are not only … Read more
In this video, I talk about why bacon grease is GOLD and the best ways to use it to make many foods and recipes taste even better!!! Bacon Fat vs Butter Which is Healthier? The battle between bacon fat and butter has been raging for years. Both have passionate defenders claiming their fat is the … Read more
This beef liver and onions dish is full of good things for you and tastes great. The beef is cooked until it’s soft and juicy. The onions add even more flavor. This quick and easy recipe for how to cook beef liver is super healthy and incredibly delicious!. Beef liver is one of the most … Read more
There are cranberry beans and bacon in this easy bean and bacon soup. It makes a quick dinner that you can eat all week. I cook mostly with canned beans and have never cooked with dry beans before. I was so happy to learn that cranberry beans can be used in soup after only an … Read more
Shrimp is one of the most popular seafoods prized for its sweet briny flavor and versatility. But if you’ve ever felt sick to your stomach after eating it, you’re not alone. Many people experience nausea or vomiting after consuming shrimp. If you find yourself wondering “why does shrimp make me nauseous?” this comprehensive guide will … Read more
Even though these foods are more likely than others to have germs that are bad for you, any food can become contaminated at any point in the food production chain, even in the kitchen when food is mixed with other foods. Following four simple steps at home—clean, separate, cook, and chill—can help protect you and … Read more
Few cuts of beef elicit as much excitement as a beautifully roasted whole beef tenderloin. This celebratory roast is a tender mild-flavored yet expensive cut that can be the centerpiece of a special meal. Because of the high cost, it makes sense to buy whole beef tenderloins on sale and freeze portions for later use. … Read more