Bacon. Onion. Garlic. Pinon nuts. Eggs. Pasta. Parmesan cheese. Oh my goodness, what a divine collection of wonderful things! They all come together quickly and easily to make my version of Pasta Carbonara, which I’m about to share with you. And bonus, I’m passing on a great way to make bacon! I know, right? Let’s … Read more
This stuffed salmon recipe looks fancy, but it’s surprisingly simple to make. You’ll love it for a dinner party or a fancy, healthy dinner during the week. Salmon is stuffed with a Mediterranean-inspired mixture of spinach, feta, and roasted red peppers. Oven-baked and ready in just 30 minutes!. Friends, you are going to want to … Read more
People who know me well and often visit Egypt often ask me if they can bring certain foods through customs. One of the most common questions is “Can I take bacon to Egypt?”. While Egypt is a Muslim country, bringing pork products like bacon into the country is not outright prohibited. However there are some … Read more
This bacon pasta bake is so easy to make and only needs a few things. It’s a great meal for the middle of the week. Making pasta recipes is one of my favorite things to do. It’s even better when you can add cheese and make it into a pasta bake. This easy bacon pasta … Read more
Nothing beats the textural delight of crispy, crackling pork skin. But achieving it takes technique. Many cooks rely on baking soda to draw out moisture and tenderize the skin for superior crispiness. In this article I’ll explain how baking soda transforms pork skin into irresistible crackling. You’ll learn when and how to apply baking soda … Read more
Making your own homemade Smoked Bacon is a bit of a process, but it’s 100% worth the effort. I will show you how to make smoked bacon from scratch that is much better than store-bought bacon. I don’t think I’ve ever cooked anything that made me as excited as this homemade smoked bacon. I mean, … Read more
This homemade taco meat recipe starts with ground beef, a delicious homemade taco seasoning, and a little broth. Once you see how easy this taco meat recipe is, you’ll never use a taco seasoning packet again! Plus, it tastes so much better! Bianca said, “Excellent recipe…after years of trying to perfect taco meat, this is … Read more
What person doesn’t like bacon? This recipe for pre-cooked bacon is perfect for those of us who love how it makes food taste better but don’t like how it makes the house smell when you fry it. In a Southern kitchen, bacon makes almost everything taste better. It adds crunch and a salty, savory punch … Read more
Even though pork chops are a classic dinner item, they can taste bland or dry when cooked the old-fashioned way. Baking pork chops in an oven bag is a simple but effective way to make sure they are always juicy, tender, and full of flavor. The herbs, spices, and other seasonings get into the meat … Read more
One question that often comes up is whether or not Little Debbie honey buns contain pork. With so many food products containing hidden animal-derived ingredients, it’s important to know what you’re consuming. We’ll take a closer look at what’s in Little Debbie honey buns and find out for sure if they have pork in them. … Read more