Liver is a highly nutritious organ meat that is prized in many culinary traditions. People who want to add more nutrients to their diet often choose this because it is high in iron, vitamins, and minerals. However, liver can be perishable and may not always be readily available. This leads many people to wonder if … Read more
Unpacking the Nutrients: Does Beef Broth Contain Iron? As a home cook and soup enthusiast, I’m always looking to amp up the nutritional value of my dishes. And with iron being an important mineral for energy, immune function, and oxygen transport, I want to know if standard pantry ingredients like beef broth can provide it. … Read more
How long after the “sell by” date is ground beef still safe to eat? I bought it three days ago and want to make hamburgers with it. The quality and safety of your beef will depend on how cold it was stored at the store and on the way to your house, as well as … Read more
Diverticulitis is debilitating, so its important that your diet wont make it worse. If you like steak or a cooked breakfast, you should find out if there is a link between red meat and diverticulitis or between bacon and diverticulitis. The answer seems to be: “Its complicated. “. When you have a diverticulitis flare-up, meat … 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
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