One question that often comes up is whether or not Little Debbie honey buns contain pork. With so many food products containing hidden animal-derived ingredients, it’s important to know what you’re consuming. We’ll take a closer look at what’s in Little Debbie honey buns and find out for sure if they have pork in them. … Read more
Can You Eat Pork with Colitis? A Complete Guide Colitis refers to inflammation of the colon or large intestine The two main types are ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease Diet plays an integral role in managing the symptoms of colitis, including diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramping. Many people with colitis wonder if they can eat … Read more
Make a lot of your own chili seasoning to have on hand whenever you want to make a quick pot of chili. It tastes great and doesn’t have any of the bad preservatives that are in store-bought mix because you make it yourself. One of my familys favorite meals — year-round, actually — is chili. … Read more
Can You Get Food Poisoning from Pork Sausages? Sausages are enjoyed around the world as a tasty and convenient food. But undercooked pork sausages can potentially cause foodborne illness. Let’s examine how sausages are made, what hazards they may present, and how to handle and cook them safely. How Sausages Are Made Sausages consist of … Read more
Ground beef is a kitchen staple used in everything from hearty pasta sauces to homemade burger patties. But when a recipe calls for 3 ounces of ground beef, do you know exactly how many cups that equates to? This handy guide breaks down the typical ground beef conversions to take the guesswork out of measuring. … Read more
It’s a childhood favorite. A hospital staple. A college student’s creative way to consume alcohol. You know what were talking about. Jell-O. Jell-O is the brand name of something called gelatin dessert. It’s a light, bright, sweet treat that can be enjoyed by nearly everyone. But it doesn’t come without controversy – what, exactly, gives … Read more
Beef patties are a backyard grilling must-have and the star of many a burger night. But with so many patty options at stores it’s tricky to know what size to buy. You want patties that will cook evenly fit the buns, and provide proper portions. So what’s the weight of an average beef burger patty? … Read more
Thawing frozen pork chops allows you to cook them right away instead of waiting for them to defrost. But once thawed, how long do pork chops last in the fridge before use? Properly stored, thawed raw pork chops can keep for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator before cooking. Knowing the shelf life of … Read more
When in doubt, throw it out? Not so fast. Many canned foods, like cranberry sauce, soups, and pumpkin purée, don’t have dates on them. The Food and Drug Administration doesn’t require shelf life dates to be written on canned foods because they last so long (decades or more). Still, a lot of companies choose to … Read more
Country Style Pork Ribs are a budget friendly cut that are great to enjoy covered in BBQ sauce. Have you ever heard of country style ribs? I didn’t know what they were or how to cook them so that the meat would be tender at first. But now I’ve done the testing on these tasty … Read more
