I published my first investigation of the year last week. It showed what’s in some Boar’s Head meats that you might buy at the deli counter, such as: A lot of you were shocked by this because you’ve never seen what’s in their deli meats and thought they used better ingredients because of how they … Read more
Corned ham is a cured ham from the South of the United States that is salty and has a lot of flavor. Its unique, strong flavor comes from being dry cured, also known as “corning.” This is an old way to keep meat fresh that involves rubbing the ham with coarse salt. You might be … Read more
Costco is beloved for its high-quality yet affordable bulk grocery items, including everyone’s holiday favorite – ham! A Costco bone-in or spiral sliced ham can feed a crowd, but leftovers are inevitable Before that delicious ham goes bad in the fridge, consider freezing the extras. You can save your Costco ham for later meals and … Read more
If you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant soon, you may have heard that you should stay away from all cold cuts, no matter how much you like them. But what about ham? Is it safe to eat Iberian ham while you’re pregnant? The short answer is no, and at Enrique Tomás, we’ll explain why. … Read more
The Taylor Ham pork roll is a deli-style ham that looks like a bologna and is full of memories from the East Coast, mostly New Jersey. This is a quick and easy breakfast that will keep you full and wanting more! The Taylor ham breakfast sandwich is a classic and rich recipe that will make … Read more
The ham shank is a tasty piece of meat from the pork leg that can be used to season soups, stews, beans, and other foods. Their smoky, salty flavor adds a wonderful depth and savoriness to dishes. But like any fresh meat, ham shanks don’t last forever. So what’s the best way to store ham … Read more
Ham skin, also known as ham rind, is the outer layer of cured pork that covers a ham steak or roast. It’s a thin, leathery layer of fat and skin that forms when a pork leg is cured and smoked to make ham. Many people trim the skin off and discard it before eating ham … Read more
To make this easy crock pot cabbage and ham recipe, you only need a few simple ingredients. The ham and cabbage are cooked slowly in a flavorful broth with celery salt, garlic, onion, and a dash of apple cider vinegar. I know that cabbage might not always seem interesting, but I like it because it’s … Read more
People love having a honey-baked ham as the main dish at holiday meals and other special events. It’s hard to say no to savory ham that has been cured in smoke and sweet honey glaze. Honey baked hams are often sold pre-cooked and fully frozen for convenience. But this also means they need to be … Read more
Ham is a beloved meat across many cultures and cuisines From spiral sliced holiday hams to Italian prosciutto, the salty, savory flavor of cured pork is hard to resist However, some find ham leads to unwanted gas or bloating. What causes this gastrointestinal distress, and is there anything you can do to still enjoy ham … Read more