As a home cook who loves making soups, stews, braises and other tasty dishes I’m always looking for ways to add more flavor. Recently, I had the idea to mix together two different broths – beef and vegetable – to create a super savory blended broth. I wanted to know if combining these very different … Read more
Ham is a popular centerpiece for festive meals and holidays like Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. But with inflation driving up food prices, many shoppers are wondering – how much does a ham cost per pound in 2023? The price of ham has steadily increased over the past few decades. According to the U.S. Bureau of … Read more
Beef wellington is a fabulous dish, but it’s notoriously tricky to get right. Nothing is more disappointing than cutting into a beautifully browned wellington only to find a soggy, mushy pastry bottom underneath. Sogginess ruins both the texture and flavor of this elegant entree. So how do you keep that pastry nice and crisp? After … Read more
Liver sausage, also known as liverwurst or leberwurst, is a soft, spreadable sausage made primarily from liver With its smooth texture and distinctive flavor, it makes a tasty sandwich filler, appetizer, or snack But like any fresh sausage, liver sausage has a limited shelf life. So how long does it actually last in the fridge … Read more
One thing I learned from making red beans over the years is that it’s a labor of love. There’s more to it than quickly gathering some ingredients together and dumping it into a pot. I learned that the key to making a great pot of beans is to build up the flavors, just like in … Read more
Many people have asked me to make sinigang, which makes me happy because it’s one of my favorite Filipino dishes. I remember the first time I had it I thought, “Its like a Filipino version of tom yum!”. Sinigang is a Filipino sour soup, owing its sour flavour from tamarind. This tart soup is both … Read more
With its convenience portability, and bold flavors beef jerky makes for a tasty snack to munch on wherever you go. But can you actually bring this dried meat product into Australia when traveling or shipping items there? Unfortunately Australia enforces strict regulations on importing animal products like beef jerky to prevent introducing diseases. However, with … Read more
Freezing is a well-known and widespread preservation method, prolonging the shelf-life of meat and many other food items. Many people like to freeze meat because it keeps it almost fresh for a long time and can be shipped long distances. However, depending on the time and temperature combinations during frozen storage, changes in meat quality … Read more
Today I’m going to show you how to make delicious canning pork. It’s simple and super quick to make. The canned pork tastes heavenly on a bread or a bun. On the other hand, you can cook with it or chop it up and eat it as a cheese steak. I cook the pork in … Read more
Bush’s Baked Beans are an iconic staple at cookouts and potlucks across America. With their sweet, tangy flavor and smooth, creamy texture, they have been a beloved side dish for generations. But for those with dietary restrictions or preferences, one key question arises: do Bush’s Baked Beans contain pork? This article takes a comprehensive look … Read more
