Ham is a cut of pork that’s typically cured and preserved, rich in protein and several beneficial nutrients. But eating too much processed meat may raise your risk of certain cancers. You’ve probably had ham on sandwiches or with holiday meals. It’s a popular deli meat, appetizer, and main dish. It’s a pork product that … Read more
Penrose pickled sausages were once a beloved snack for generations of Americans. The juicy, tangy sausages packed in jars were a staple at backyard barbecues, summer picnics, and as a quick appetizer to enjoy at home. But over the past decade, fans of this iconic snack have found Penrose pickled sausages increasingly hard to come … Read more
Sausage cooked in an air fryer is the easiest, fastest, and hands-off way to make Italian sausages that are juicy and golden brown. You will never make air-fried sausage any other way again! It tastes great on its own, in a bun, over pasta, or in the classic way with peppers and sausage. There was … Read more
Easter is prime time for ham and every year questions crop up about it. What’s the difference between the butt and shank parts? How much should I buy? Does the ham get glazed? There’s no doubt that the price is right if you want to have ham for Easter. Consumers are being hit hard by … Read more
About 3% of Americans have gout, an inflammatory form of arthritis that makes one or more joints hurt, stiff, and swell. Gout is different from osteoarthritis because it is caused by uric acid crystals building up inside your joint and stopping it from working normally. Uric acid is a natural acid that forms when common … Read more
In the 1950s, it was unclear whether humans could survive outside Earth – both physically and mentally. The science fiction writer and warfare expert Cordwainer Smith wrote about the psychological pain of being in space. Plants, insects and animals had been taken to high altitudes in balloons and rockets since the 18th century. The Soviet … Read more
Eating well is an important part of a healthy lifestyle for now and into the future. Making small steps to improve what you eat is a great way to achieve this. One small step you can make is to cut down on eating processed meat by finding healthier alternatives. Bowel cancer is one of the … Read more
Hams: They can be fresh, cook-before-eating, cooked, picnic and country types. There are so many kinds, and their storage times and cooking times can be quite confusing. This background information serves to carve up the facts and make them easier to understand. Hams may be fresh, cured or cured-and-smoked. Ham is the cured leg of … Read more
Learn how to trim, bake, and glaze a ham shank or butt for holidays and every day. Find out how to keep the meat moist and get creative with leftovers. When a whole ham is too much, make a ham shank instead. Known as city hams, these cuts are readily available, very affordable and easy … Read more
Kroger spiral sliced hams are a holiday staple for many families. Their distinctive spiral cut makes serving a breeze – just pull apart those pre-sliced rounds for perfect portions every time But one key question arises when buying your Kroger spiral ham is it fully cooked already, or does it require additional cooking time? In … Read more
