Processed Meat

Can You Eat Iberico Ham When Pregnant?

Most foods and drinks are safe to have during pregnancy. But there are some things you should be careful with or avoid. Iberico ham also known as “pata negra,” is a special type of cured ham made from black Iberian pigs in Spain and Portugal. It is highly prized for its rich, deep flavor and … Read more

Master the Art of Cooking a Perfect Cades Cove Ham

For over 200 years, the smokehouse artisans in the Cades Cove valley of the Great Smoky Mountains have been curing and smoking exceptional hams Their traditional techniques produce hams with rich, smoky flavor and juicy, tender meat Cades Cove hams are fully cooked so heating through is all you need to do. However, my tips … Read more

How Long After Eating Undercooked Sausage Will I Get Sick?

Eating undercooked sausage can be dangerous and lead to foodborne illness. Sausage is made from ground meat, often pork, beef or poultry, that is highly susceptible to bacterial contamination. Consuming undercooked sausage puts you at risk of contracting harmful pathogens like Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, and more. But how long after eating undercooked sausage will … Read more

How Long Does Cryovac Ham Last in the Fridge?

Most of us love a ham at our Christmas spread. Not the sliced stuff we eat during the year slapped on a sanger. But ham from a whole ham with glazing, crackling and Christmas trimmings. For this year’s holiday food, our Senior Food Scientist, Dr. Rozita Vaskoska, knows the best way to store your Christmas … Read more

Do You Need to Boil Sausage Before Frying?

People have been coming up with new sausage recipes and cooking methods to bring out the most flavor in the meat since then. If you don’t know how to cook sausages or what the best way is to cook them so they taste their best, don’t worry. You can learn how to do it here. … Read more

can you freeze ham steaks

Can You Freeze Ham Steaks? A Guide to Freezing for Quality and Safety Ham steaks make for quick and easy meals but you may have leftovers you want to save. Can you freeze ham steaks? The answer is yes you can freeze both cooked and uncooked ham steaks for later use. With the right freezing … Read more