It’s hard to resist the honey-cinnamon butter on the warm buns at Texas Roadhouse. When you think of the restaurant, you probably picture servers doing corny line dances and people throwing peanut shells on the floor. But meat lovers love the chain restaurant because it serves something else that makes our mouths water: juicy steaks. … Read more
When you freeze meat to keep it fresh, you use low temperatures to make the food last longer, mostly by slowing down the rate at which microbes break down and spoil the food. Characteristics of meat that are important to be preserve include tenderness, water holding capacity, color, and flavor. In general, freezing improves meat … Read more
When I worked at Longhorn Steakhouse for almost ten years, I learned a lot as both a front-of-house and back-of-house worker. As someone who has worked as a server, bartender, speed cook, and prep and line cook, I want to tell you a secret about everything Longhorn. Perhaps you want to work there or just … Read more
Anyone with acid reflux can tell you that the symptoms are not pleasant. We’ve all had acid reflux at some point, but for some people it can be a long-term problem. A lot of the symptoms are directly related to our diet. The foods that we eat directly affect the amount of acid that is … Read more
Ground beef is a kitchen staple used in everything from hamburgers to meatloaf But with its processed nature, it begs the question is ground beef still considered a whole food? Let’s examine what defines a whole food, ingredients found in ground beef, and tips for choosing high-quality options that align with whole food standards What … Read more
Beef jerky has become my go-to protein snack lately It’s tasty, portable, and packed with savory flavor But as a health-conscious eater, I need to be sure I’m choosing the healthiest options. One of my favorite brands is Pacific Gold – their teriyaki flavor is so addictive! But I had to take a closer look … Read more
Corned beef is a canned meat product commonly found in British supermarkets and beloved for sandwiches and other dishes. With rising rates of celiac disease and gluten intolerance it’s understandable that consumers want to know – is Princes corned beef gluten-free if you live in the UK? Let’s dig into what exactly corned beef is … Read more
Sirloin steak is one of the most popular cuts of meat, but there’s often confusion about what exactly it is Is sirloin beef or pork? Where does it come from on the animal? How do you cook it? This complete guide will clear up all the questions and help you become a sirloin expert. What … Read more
When you think of wonderfully homey dinners, surely pot roast must be an all-time favorite. Slow cooking meat in the oven makes a tasty dish when roasted with herbs, spices and broth. Its the kind of meal your family will want to linger over and savor. The best way to slow-cook a roast in the … Read more
Gout is a type of arthritis that occurs when too much uric acid is in the blood. Uric acid is a waste product produced when the body breaks down a molecule called purine. Purines are nitrogen-containing organic building blocks found in the cells of all living things. Too much uric acid in the blood can … Read more
