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
How long does ham last? Ham stays good for one to two weeks after the date it was labeled, depending on the following factors: Ham has a different shelf life depending on things like the sell by date, how it was prepared, and how it was stored. Ham, just like bacon, is a cured meat … Read more
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
Hillshire Farm’s smoked sausages are a delicious, convenient option for hearty meals. But what if you can’t eat them all right away? Can you freeze the leftovers? The short answer is yes, you can freeze Hillshire Farms smoked sausage. Freezing allows you to store the sausages for future use while preserving taste and texture In … Read more
This time of year, people in the South are buzzing about the return of SEC football. This year, football starts a little later than usual, which makes us even more excited to see it again. I love going to games and tailgating with friends and family, or I can watch them at home. A delicious … Read more
After all the holiday parties and open bars, I’ve been craving healthy, easy meals that I can make in one pan. They make me feel good. Don’t get me wrong—I love that the holiday season is also a time to treat yourself, but sometimes I really want some fresh vegetables, especially during the week. I … Read more
If you’ve eaten yang chow fried rice, you’ve tasted Chinese sausage. It’s a common ingredient of stir fried noodles and claypot dishes too. I still remember my first bite of Chinese sausage. It was enveloped in a soft and fluffy bun that had been steamed. It wasn’t until many, many years later that I learned … Read more
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
Lap cheong, or Chinese sausage, has a lot of different tastes and textures when you bite into it. The thin casing snaps a little at first, but then you get a wash of fatty meat and a salty, soft flavor that stays in your mouth. Like a lot of Chinese food, lap cheong is different … Read more
I tested 2 ways to cook a spiral cut ham and have you covered for any occasion. Two were cooked: one in the oven and one on the smoker. You can choose the method that works best for you. It can be messy and scary to start with a raw or fresh ham, especially when … Read more
