A Beginner’s Guide to Hanging Beef at Home

Hanging beef, also known as dry aging involves storing large cuts of raw beef in a controlled environment to enhance flavor and tenderness. While commercial meat processors have specialized facilities for aging beef the process can also be done on a small scale at home. In this beginner’s guide, we’ll look at the benefits of … Read more

How to Remove the Clear Button on a Spiral Sliced Ham

Spiral sliced hams often come with a small clear plastic button inserted into the bone. This little button serves an important purpose – it helps hold the slices together for easier packaging and transportation. However, before you cook your ham, it’s important to remove this clear button. In this guide, we’ll explain what the clear … Read more

Is It Safe to Eat Uncured Ham? Examining the Facts on This Controversial Meat

Uncured ham has become more widely available in recent years as a niche pork product With labels declaring it “nitrate-free” or “no artificial ingredients,” uncured ham appeals to health-conscious consumers But is it truly safe to eat uncured ham straight from the package? Or does this meat require special handling to avoid health risks? Let’s … Read more