Pork shoulder is a cut from the pork belly. This part of the pig has a high-fat content and is usually sold at markets or supermarkets. The meat is also known as Boston butt because it resembles the shape of a human backside. This type of meat is often served as a main dish in …
Ground turkey has become a staple at the dinner table across the globe. This flavorful protein source is often enjoyed during Thanksgiving meals, sandwiches or even burgers. Yet, some ground turkey simply isn’t good enough. How does one tell if their meat is bad? Ground turkey is a delicious lean cut of white meat from …
Pickled Onions are a type of pickle that uses vinegar instead of salt to preserve the vegetables. They are small white onions that have been preserved in vinegar and salt for several weeks. They can be eaten raw or cooked like regular onions. It is usually served as a side dish or appetizer. A common …
Jalebis are delicious sweet treats from the Indian subcontinent and also known as gulab jamun in India, jaggery panna (candy) in Nepal and dulce de leche caramel in Latin America. They are usually deep fried or steamed, but they come in many different varieties too. The history of these sweets dates back centuries before they …
Subway has become synonymous with sandwiches, but did you know they also sell salad dressings and other condiments? What kind of oil and vinegar does Subway use? Subways are everywhere these days. They are found in airports, malls, office buildings, restaurants, coffee shops, and even hospitals. In fact, they are now the largest restaurant chain …
Summer sausage (or summer ham) is a type of salami that has been cured using salt instead of nitrates or nitrites. Salami is traditionally made from pork, although some varieties are also produced from beef, chicken, turkey, lamb, duck, venison, horsemeat, and even fish. Salamis come in various sizes and flavors, depending on their country …
