Most people have constipation at some point or another, but no one likes to think about it or talk about it. About 4 million people in the U. S. have it pretty often. So if youre dealing with tummy troubles, youre not alone. As long as you make a few simple changes, your digestive system … Read more
Can food from Spain be brought into the U.S.? A couple in Highland Park lost $100 worth of ham when U S. Customs said no pork products could be brought into the States. (Michael Robinson Chavez/Los Angeles Times). Elena Campbell Martinez and her husband brought back from Spain a pound of vacuum-sealed jamón ibérico for … Read more
It’s breakfast. But also lunch. And don’t forget dinner. Oh, and it’s brunch. It’s a sandwich, a pizza topping, a side dish or a main course. It’s pork roll — and it’s our NJ Vocabulary word of the week. Were you ever in a New Jersey diner (and you weren’t? You’re missing out), you would … Read more
A ham hock is a cut of meat from the leg of a pig. It contains a portion of the leg bone surrounded by meat, skin, fat, and connective tissue. Ham hocks are often used to add flavor to dishes like soups, beans, and stews. But if you’re new to cooking with them, you may … Read more
Ham is a staple at many holiday meals, but what about that layer of skin surrounding the juicy ham meat? The ham skin, also known as the rind or pork rind, is a polarizing topic among home cooks. Some love its unique taste and texture when crisped up, while others find it unappetizingly chewy. So … Read more
Our recipe for Ham and Cheese Crescent Rolls is next level. Crafted with homemade dough, each roll enfolds savory ham and melty mozzarella. This kid-favorite, big-batch recipe works well to make ahead and freeze, too. Croissants are the quintessential pastry that instantly evoke images of leisurely weekend mornings and cozy cafes. Their flaky, multilayered texture … Read more
What cut makes that famous holiday ham? It’s a mix of the cut (from the hind leg) and the curing. When a ham is preserved through salt-forward curing, you can expect it to be moist, tender and flavorful. It also brings out the ham’s sweet, salty and sometimes smoky-tasting notes. Given the size, it’s ideal … Read more
Make your sandwich with thin sliced honey roast ham for a hearty lunch with a touch of sweetness. Meals that are carefully planned deserve the best ingredients. This product is now made without any added nitrates or nitrites, artificial flavors, or preservatives. Ingredients: ham, water, honey, vinegar; less than 2% of the following ingredients are … Read more
Glazed ham is the easiest holiday centerpiece, but it can be hard to do if you’ve never done it before! This short guide will teach you everything you need to know about Glazed Ham, including how to choose a ham, remove the rind, how much to buy, the ham glaze, how to store it, and … Read more
As the makers of the #1 selling boneless ham in the country, there’s a very specific nightmare that haunts us every holiday season: home cooks who fail to give their ham enough time to thaw. It’s true, folks: every year, way too many holiday hosts make this simple mistake. Some are new to the job, … Read more
