When you hear the name “Rocky Mountain oyster,” you might think, “Oh, I love oysters! Are they like Blue Points?” But these little suckers are nothing like the sweet and briny oysters you might find at an oyster happy hour. Read these 11 things first before you try to order Rocky Mountain oysters on the … Read more
If you need to know how much pulled pork per person to cook, I’ve got an easy solution. Learn how to calculate how much pork you need to buy for your next cookout. Charts, formulas, and a calculator for boneless and bone-in pork shoulders are below. Hot dogs and hamburgers are always a quick and … Read more
The Montana plains are famous for the North American elk, which is a favorite game animal of the hunters who come here. In recent years, elk populations have grown again thanks to a concerted conservation effort over the past few decades. There are now over a million elk living in North America again. Elk populations … Read more
This oven-baked ham recipe is so simple, with no scoring and no studding with cloves. For the first half of this recipe, moist heat is used to cook the meat. At the end, a blast of high heat is used to caramelize the top of the ham. The result yields meat that is juicy, tender, … Read more
Dried beef is a handy pantry staple that can be used to quickly add protein and flavor to meals and snacks Hormel is one of the most well-known brands of dried beef But if you’ve had a package lingering in your pantry, you may be wondering – how long does Hormel dried beef really last? … Read more
Many people love lobster, but have you ever thought about how many of these crustaceans are still alive? Even though lobsters are heavily fished, their populations stay stable. There are an estimated 250 million American lobsters living in the Gulf of Maine alone. However, uncertainty surrounds the total population of spiny lobsters and other tropical … Read more
Homemade Vegetable Beef Soup is so easy to make, either on the stovetop or in the slow cooker. This healthy soup recipe has hearty vegetables, tender beef chunks, and a rich tomato broth that cooks them all together. An easy, cozy, satisfying meal that’s perfect to enjoy during the winter season!. This vegetable beef soup … Read more
Cooking a perfect beef brisket can seem intimidating. But with the right technique even novice cooks can make this cut of meat melt-in-your-mouth tender. The key is using a roaster oven and keeping the cooking low and slow. In this article, I’ll walk you through my simple, foolproof method for cooking brisket in a roaster. … Read more
After getting a tattoo, you shouldn’t eat foods that are high in fat or sugar because they can make your skin swell and slow down the healing process. Examples include fresh sausage, smoked sausage and ham. These foods can cause inflammation and increase the risk for slow recovery and scarring. People who have skin problems … Read more
Pumpkins are a popular fall crop, known for being made into jack-o-lanterns and pumpkin pie. But did you know that wild animals like elk also enjoy eating pumpkins? Keep reading to learn more about whether elk eat pumpkins and how to use pumpkins to attract elk to your property. An Overview of Elk Diet Elk … Read more
