You dont need to live in Spain to be able to enjoy a good Spanish ham. Still, there are a few easy things you should do to get the most out of this wonderful product. Ibérico ham, known as jamón ibérico in Spanish, is considered by many to be the finest cured ham in the … Read more
Now you can make soups and gravies even better with my Ham Bone Broth recipe! You’ll never go back to store-bought stock again after tasting how much better homemade stock tastes. Plus, it’s easier than you’d ever imagine. Up until recently, it had never occurred to me just how important using homemade stock was. Why … Read more
There is a lot of deli meat, also called lunch meat, that doesn’t last long. It goes from tasty to slimy in just a few days. Many home cooks still wonder if they can freeze deli meat, even though they know how to freeze chicken breasts and stew meat. The short answer is yes. Deli … Read more
Even those who aren’t particularly interested in food know that prosciutto is something special. Without a doubt, this is one of the most famous Italian cured meats in the world. For hundreds of years, people have loved it as a snack, in deli sandwiches, and on pizza. We’ve decided to compile answers to the most … Read more
Ham bones are flavor powerhouses that can transform ordinary dishes into rich, savory masterpieces. But with all that concentrated porky goodness locked inside, it begs the question – how many times can you actually use a ham bone before it’s spent? Let’s dive into the possibilities and limitations to make the most of these underutilized … Read more
As a Smithfield ham enthusiast, I’m often asked – how long can you freeze a Smithfield ham? With so many varieties like spiral sliced country cured and hardwood smoked, there’s confusion about proper freezer times. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll share exactly how long each type of Smithfield ham can be frozen to maintain peak … Read more
This amazing Crockpot Ham is the BEST slow cooker ham recipe! It’s cooked in pineapple juice and has a brown sugar glaze with Dijon, balsamic vinegar, and honey. It’s SO EASY to make that it almost makes itself for the holidays! This delectable Crockpot Ham has been the top holiday recipe on my site since … Read more
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
As a pediatric dietitian, food safety for moms-to-be is my specialty. As you navigate this exciting time, it’s important to pay close attention to nutrition. This guide has a list of 10 foods that you should not eat while you’re pregnant and explains why. It also has my advice on the best foods to eat … Read more
Many dishes love this fermented pork sausage. But have you ever thought about whether it’s safe to eat raw? This article will talk about whether eating Bouakham Nam Sausage right out of the package is safe and healthy. This popular Southeast Asian food has a sour taste and doesn’t last long. We’ll talk about everything … Read more
