Chili is one of America’s most beloved comfort foods The hearty, spicy stew offers warmth on cold days and brings people together over big, shared pots. But when making chili, one question always comes up – should you drain the excess fat from the ground beef before adding it to the chili pot? Good arguments … Read more
Cutting beef bones at home can seem like an intimidating task, but with the right tools and techniques, you can do it like a pro! As a home cook and food blogger, I love being able to source high-quality bones from my local butcher to make rich, flavorful dishes like bone broth, osso buco, and … Read more
People usually talk about ground beef and ground pork as the stars of the meal, but ground chicken doesn’t get much attention. Ground chicken, on the other hand, is cheaper, full of flavor, and full of protein. It’s also lighter and more tender. Ground chicken can also be used in a lot of different ways. … Read more
Heifer growth is often compared to breed standards to determine normal progress. We designed breed-specific, printable Growth Charts that may be used to plot heifer growth by hand. The charts are based on measurements taken of a lot of heifers of different breeds across the United States in 1991 and 1992. Most of the information … Read more
How many ounces of meat are in a pound? How many ounces of ground beef or chicken do you need for your recipe? Should you measure meat raw or cooked and what is the difference?. This page has a free printable kitchen measurement conversion chart, but we wanted to make sure you knew about the … Read more
Many things can be used to tell if meat has gone bad, one of the best being “is it dark green?” But smell has always been the best way to tell if something is safe to eat. If something smells bad, it’s usually a sign that you shouldn’t eat it. This is called “The Smell … Read more
Beef intestines, also known as tripe, are a unique ingredient used in cuisines around the world However, cleaning them properly before cooking is crucial to avoid foodborne illnesses This article will walk through the process of cleaning beef intestines step-by-step, from start to finish. Why Thorough Cleaning is Essential Proper cleaning removes any harmful bacteria … Read more
There’s nothing quite like a late-night snack. We’ve all had the munchies right before bed, and it can be hard to say no to them, especially if you’re trying to lose weight. Lots of people think they can’t have any of their favorite snacks or foods they crave, but that’s not entirely true. There are … Read more
A lot of people who like the outdoors like to go elk hunting, but you need to know a lot about the game to make a good shot. One important factor to consider is the size of an elk’s vital organs, particularly the heart. Knowing where and how big an elk’s heart is can make … Read more
This is a simplified spin on Julia Child’s Beef Bourguignon. It’s full of beef chunks that melt in your mouth and vegetables covered in a rich, tasty sauce. If you want to impress someone, this is the dish to make. It tastes rich and decadent, but it’s really very simple to make. Beef bourguignon is … Read more
