The brainchild of Frank Bellissimo of the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York, Buffalo chicken dip was originally intended to be passed around at midnight, free of charge, to bar patrons. That was in 1964. Since then, its simple deliciousness has spread like a wave across the country, bringing ideas to homes and pubs from … Read more
Parboiling chicken before cooking is a great technique for ensuring moist, flavorful results every time. But exactly how long should you parboil chicken? The answer depends on a few factors. In this complete guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about how long to parboil various cuts of chicken. What is Parboiling? Parboiling refers … Read more
Since I’m trying to eat more simple, healthy foods, roast chicken has come back into my life in a big way. I like how creative pizza with zucchini crust and cauliflower rice are, but sometimes I want something simpler, like something my grandparents would have made without thinking. Thats where the classic whole roasted chicken … Read more
For those of you who want to raise your own chicks this year, good luck! Not only is it fun, but it’s also a great way to a) get your own food and b) make a little extra money if you want to. Incubating your own chicken eggs is a super fun way to stay … Read more
Are Chicken Breasts Boneless? Chicken breasts are often sold boneless, but not all chicken breasts are naturally boneless. Chicken breasts are cut from the pectoralis major muscles on the front of the chicken’s breastbone. Boneless chicken breasts have had the breastbone and ribs removed before being sold. Chicken breasts with the bone still attached are … Read more
It’s always a waste of time to try to say what something in a city is “best of.” The Best Burrito in Denver. The Best Burger in Denver… I could give answers to these, but they are easily debatable. One that I would feel the most comfortable with is wings. The best wings I’ve personally … Read more
The long-time debate, “which came first, the chicken or the egg?” will outlive all of us. However, there is one question that many chicken enthusiasts ask that we can answer: how many eggs does a chicken lay a day?. Chickens typically lay eggs daily or near daily. But the exact number of eggs a chicken … Read more
Everyone in the South loves greens, like kale, cabbage, collards, turnip greens, and mustard greens. Every home cook has her own favorite recipe, but this Southern collard greens recipe is one of the best. The tough greens are slowly braised in a rich pot liquor (or “pot likker”) that tastes like smoked meat. The flavors, … Read more
I consider myself a fried chicken sandwich aficionado, bordering on sommelier. As someone who has eaten a lot of crispy cutlets, I can say that the Popeyes chicken sandwich is one of the best. That said, getting one of them delivered to your door is a gamble. The humidity that can build in the bag … Read more
If you’re new to raising chickens, one of the most common questions is: “What is the best feed for chickens?” Many people look for ways to save money on chicken feed, but when you break it down, raising backyard chickens can cost more than just buying eggs from the store. However, you and I both … Read more
