Ham

Mastering the Perfect Dearborn Spiral Sliced Ham

If you’ve ever wondered how to cook a spiral ham (I love the Kirkland brand), look no further. You only need a few tips and tricks to make sure your holiday ham stays juicy and tender. You can use the glaze packet that comes with it or make your own. Once you try this easy … Read more

How to Defrost Ham Slices: A Step-by-Step Guide

Defrosting ham slices properly is essential for ensuring delicious and safe meals. Frozen ham cooked straight from the freezer leads to uneven cooking, poor texture, and moisture loss. Taking the time to thaw ham slices first allows the ice crystals to melt evenly throughout the meat so your ham ends up tender and juicy. But … Read more

can you eat ham on a low fodmap diet

Can You Eat Ham on a Low FODMAP Diet? A Guide for IBS Relief If you suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you know that certain foods can trigger uncomfortable digestive symptoms like bloating, gas, abdominal pain, and diarrhea The low FODMAP diet is an effective diet therapy for managing IBS But can you still … Read more

How to Cure a Fresh Ham Without Nitrates

There are two ways of curing meat – a salty brine, or just plain salt. I will share recipes for both. Curing a fresh ham yourself allows you to control exactly what goes into the process, resulting in tasty, nitrate-free ham that your whole family can enjoy. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through proven … Read more