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The Rise and Fall of Canned Ham in America

There arent many foods quite as quirky as canned ham. Preserved meat that is high in protein is the last thing most of us would pick up at the store these days. It’s old-fashioned and, to be honest, pretty bland. The hard, pale pink outside isn’t very Instagrammable and makes me think of the jelly-filled, … Read more

Is Oyster Sauce Good for Acid Reflux?

What are the pros and cons of oyster sauce? Is it vegan? Gluten-free? Acidic or alkaline? Low in fodmaps? Good for you? Healthy? Sustainable? Here are the pros and cons of oyster sauce: everything an honest consumer wants to know about it. Every day we eat, and if you’re like me, you like to make … Read more

Is Rump Roast Good for Beef Jerky? The Ultimate Guide

Heres how to make homemade beef jerky following 4 simple yet critical steps. There are four steps in the process, and when they’re all done, you’ll have a bag of gold that’s worth dying for. Okay, maybe not dying for, but pretty close. Beef jerky is a tasty and protein-packed snack that has become wildly … Read more

What Does “Pork” Mean in the Military?

The term “pork” has a unique meaning in the military that differs from its common usage. Let’s explore the origins and usage of “pork” within the armed forces The Meaning of Pork in Military Slang In military slang, “pork” refers to easy soft or excessively cushy assignments and situations. Some examples A “pork chop platoon” … Read more

How to Cook a Delicious Beef-Pork Roast

I come from a roast beef family. When I was a kid, my grandfather would cook a huge roast dinner for everyone every Sunday. My dad introduced me to the South Philadelphia classic Nick’s Roast Beef. Now, every time I go home to visit, my aunt and I make plans to go play slots at … Read more

What’s in a Name? The Many Aliases of Beef Tenderloin

As a beef lover, I was always a bit mystified when restaurant menus or recipes used various fancy French names for cuts of meat. Filet mignon, chateaubriand, tournedos – it sounded like code I couldn’t crack. After some sleuthing, I discovered these all refer to my favorite guilty pleasure the tender, elegant beef tenderloin. Turns … Read more

Is There Pork in Jelly Beans?

It’s Veganuary! If you’re taking part or know someone who is, you’re probably looking for snacks that are vegan-friendly. But are jelly beans vegan?. Veganuary is a pledge people make to go vegan for a month. There are plenty of reasons people go vegan. It can be good for your health and is a great … Read more