There was a real danger to our grandparents’ and grandfathers’ health when they were young that we don’t have to deal with today. No, I’m not talking about the lack of antibiotics, nor the scarcity of nutritious food. It was trichinosis, a parasitic disease that used to be caught from undercooked pork. The legitimate worry … Read more
Raising quail can be an extremely rewarding experience for any backyard hobby farmer. From their rapid growth to their surprisingly loud chirps quail chicks are a delight to care for. However many new quail owners wonder – how long do baby quail stay with their parents after hatching? In this comprehensive guide, we will cover … Read more
Steamed pork belly is a classic Cantonese dish that results in incredibly tender and succulent meat when done right. The combination of gentle moist heat from the steam and the fat marbled throughout the pork belly leads to pork that is fall-apart tender. When properly steamed, the fatty layers become soft and gelatinous while the … Read more
Sometimes the most intimidating part of preparing a roast is shopping for one. For some reason, beef tenderloins cost more than other cuts of beef, and they can come in different shapes and sizes depending on where you buy them. Here are some tips that will give you the confidence to buy a beef tenderloin, … Read more
Hanging pork in a cooler is a great way to dry age meat and develop deeper, more complex flavors. But how long can you actually hang pork before it goes bad? When it comes to cooler aging, the maximum safe timeline depends on several factors. Overview of Hanging Pork Hanging or dry aging pork involves … Read more
You might be thinking, Of course, mints are vegan. But beware—these cruelly obtained ingredients lurk in some mints: And there’s nothing fresh or minty about that. So which breath fresheners are safe to consume? Check it out: Demystifying a Popular Mint’s Ingredients: Do Altoids Contain Questionable Pork Gelatin? With their bold flavor and curiously strong … Read more
I always make my Simple Smoked Pulled Pork Butt (also called Smoked Pork Shoulder) when I need to feed a lot of people quickly. With only 3 ingredients, you’re looking at some good, classic BBQ with plenty of flavor. This process for smoked pulled pork is a delicious way to cook pork butt. It’s a … Read more
Throwing a taco party is a great way to make your event memorable and tasty for your guests. With a variety of protein options and a lot of different toppings, a taco bar gives your guests a fun, do-it-yourself party experience that is unique to them. However, pulling off a successful taco bar party does … Read more
You can put my tasty Pork Gravy Recipe on top of your next pork roast. It only takes 10 minutes and only needs drippings and a few simple ingredients. No need to buy store-bought pork roast gravy again – you won’t want to!. Lately, one of my favorite go-to meals to make my family is … Read more
Our beautiful, fully cooked Spiral-sliced Hickory Smoked Ham is lean and tender, cured with brown sugar, and slowly smoked over natural hickory logs for a flavor that is all its own. We use only growth hormone free pork from the Missouri Ozarks. Fully cooked, spiral-sliced, and with the bone still in. Great as a gift … Read more
