To make pulled pork, you need to slowly cook pork shoulder or butt until it is soft and easy to shred. But because pork is getting more expensive, home cooks are looking for cheaper options like pork loin or cottage roll. So, is it possible to make juicy, tasty pulled pork from a cheap cured … Read more
Ah, Halloween. Time to pick out costumes and stock up on candy for Trick or Treaters. And, of course, time for the weirdest, plastic-test, in-n0-way-corn-like candy corn to make its annual return. Which may have you wondering if candy corn is vegan or even if people should eat it at all. We can’t really answer … Read more
Advil Liqui-Gels are a popular over-the-counter pain reliever and fever reducer. They provide fast-acting liquid relief in an easy to swallow capsule. However, many people wonder – do Advil Liqui-Gels contain pork gelatin? Let’s take a deeper look at the ingredients. What Are Advil Liqui-Gels? Advil Liqui-Gels are a form of ibuprofen designed to provide … Read more
Humans love meat. In the African savanna, where meat consumption helped Archaic Homo sapiens evolve into smarter people with bigger brains and smaller guts who could fully communicate verbally, our desire for calorie-dense foods began. The brain needs a lot of nutrients, and it wasn’t until our earliest ancestors started eating foods that were high … Read more
Smoking-Meat. com is supported by its readers. Anyone who buys something through a link on this page may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These past few months, I’ve been asked a lot of times how to reheat pulled pork and keep it from getting dry. I’ll start this tutorial by … Read more
Pork loin is a lean, tender cut of meat that can be prepared in endless ways. But when cooking pork loin, you may notice some pink coloration even after it reaches the recommended safe internal temperature. This leads many home cooks to wonder: Is it safe to eat pink pork loin? In this comprehensive guide … Read more
These stuffed pork chops (with rye, apple, and thyme) far exceed an everyday chop. Plus, they’re not hard to make! Let’s step things up a notch and cook this delicious dish together! You know Dustin and I love a good pork chop? How about one that’s stuffed with rye and topped with a tasty sauce? … Read more
Find out if its safe to eat pork during pregnancy, including pork pies and pork scratchings. Plus, precautions to take to keep you and your baby healthy. Pregnancy cravings can strike at any moment, and when that craving hits for something like crunchy pork crackling, it can be hard to resist But is this tasty … 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
A glistening, golden brown pork loin roast with tender, juicy meat is a savory centerpiece for any special meal. While roasting a pork loin seems straightforward, mastering the technique ensures moist, flavorful meat without over or undercooking. Using a roaster oven provides excellent results, with even heating that thoroughly cooks the pork while keeping it … Read more