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Making Bacon From Scratch

If you've ever wanted to learn how to make the King of Meats right in your own kitchen, you've come to the right place. Making bacon really couldn't be any simpler!


Tips

Pork Ribs: Baby Back Ribs vs Spareribs

What’s the difference between baby back ribs and spareribs?


How-To's

How to Make a Stuffed Pork Loin

Have you always loved the look of a rolled pork loin roast but weren’t sure how to make one? Do you love pork, ham, salami, and gooey cheese? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, this article is for you. You’ll learn how to butterfly, stuff, and roll the pork roast of your dreams.

All About Pork Ribs and How To Smoke and Grill Them

Learn all about buying and trimming pork ribs — baby backs and spareribs. A simple rub and sauce is all your ribs need (check out our recipe for Spicy Dry Rubbed and Grilled Spareribs with bock barbecue sauce).


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Recipes

Shrimp & Ham Jambalaya

While there are as many versions for jambalaya as there are cooks in Louisiana, this one definitely hits the mark. It’s a simple recipe that puts a little spice back into dinner.

As with all cooking, some organization up front will help to get dinner on the table fast. To start, peel and devein the shrimp. Next, dice the vegetables. In Louisiana cooking, these vegetables (onion, bell pepper, and celery) are referred to as “the Holy Trinity,” and they’re essential to the flavor of this…

Brat & Sauerkraut Soup with Spicy Brown Mustard

What’s better than brats with sauerkraut? A comforting, German-style soup packed with savory sausage, tangy cabbage, plus beer, potatoes, and some classic seasonings — that’s what. Don’t be shy with the mustard, here. The spicy flavor of the brown mustard plays well with each of the components in this soup.

Bean & Bacon Soup

There’s nothing more American than canned pork and beans. This recipe takes the classic meal and bumps it up a notch. Turn to quality bacon, a generous amount of garlic, and smoked paprika for a soup like none other. Ready in just 40 minutes, this soup is perfect for busy weeknights. To make it even quicker, prep the ingredients and cook the bacon ahead of time.

Japanese-Style Mabo Dofu (Tofu with Spicy Miso Pork Sauce)

Mapo tofu is a popular Sichuan dish — tofu in a spicy sauce, featuring pork or beef as more of a seasoning than the main event. It's a Chinese recipe, but variations are found in many other countries. This version has been adapted for Japanese tastes and ingredients and is called Mabo Dofu. Serve over steamed rice to soak up the sauce.

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Street Loaf for Tacos al Pastor

This popular Mexican street food is the ultimate in fusion cuisine — tacos and shawarma. It requires a little patience, but this mostly hands-off dish is worth the wait.

Tacos al pastor starts with sliced pork that’s marinated with chiles, spices, and pineapple. The pork slices are then stacked on a vertical spit, called a trompo, and roasted. As the pork cooks and caramelizes it’s shaved off the loaf and is served in any number of ways, tacos being one. If this technique sounds famil…

Instant Pot Hoppin' John with Bacon Relish

Turn to your Instant Pot to serve typically long-simmered meals any night of the week. Dried peas rapidly make their way onto your dinner table — and it’s no pressure.

Serving up simple, hearty fare is quick and easy with an Instant Pot. And who doesn’t love a steaming bowl of comforting hoppin’ John? With black-eyed peas, mustard greens, and ham, plus a fresh and smoky relish, and

Pork Chops with Dried Plum Sauce

Dried plums are rarely used to their culinary potential, but this sauce just might ignite a newfound appreciation for the unassuming fruit. Simply simmer them in a flavorful combination of red wine, earthy rosemary, and a touch of brown sugar. The plums start to break down, adding silky body to the sauce — a perfect partner for seared pork chops. Get your easy pork chop dinner right here!

Alsatian Breakfast Sausage Casserole

Rise and shine! Sausage, Gruyère, apple, and rye come together for one heck of a sweet & savory breakfast egg casserole. Gruyère is a Swiss cheese with complex flavors that are creamy, fruity, and nutty. It pairs well with the sweet, yet tart, flavor of Honeycrisp apples.

Creamy Sausage Tortellini

It doesn’t get much more comforting, or simple, than this creamy, Italian sausage tomato sauce. Mostly hands off, this sauce simmers away in the slow cooker and develops incredible tomato flavor. Then cream cheese is melted in at the end for undeniable creaminess. Delicious served over tortellini, this simple, creamy meat sauce can be served over any pasta you have on hand.

Pork Stuffed Shells

These stuffed shells are simple to prepare and perfect make-ahead fare. And while stuffing pasta might seem a bit fussy, jumbo shells make things easy. Cook the shells until they’re just pliable enough to work with, but not too long since they’ll finish baking in the oven.

After stuffing the shells with the pork filling, lay them in a bed of aromatic tomato sauce — it’s the perfect match for the rich and creamy, meat-filled shells. At this point, you can cover the dish with foil and r…

Garlic Pork Loin Roast with White Wine Pan Sauce

Pork loin is a terrific cut of meat — it requires little preparation, can easily feed a group, and won’t break the bank. But it has its drawbacks. If overcooked it can be dry and flavorless. By studding it with garlic and properly cooking it, you can make this cut taste delicious and look gorgeous! This pork roast and pan sauce is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. And if there’s any pork leftover, it makes a fantastic sandwich.

To start, for flavor, make small slits in the por…

Spanish Meatballs with Tomato-Saffron Sauce

Add to your arsenal of appetizers with these Spanish-style meatballs (albóndigas) that are perfect for any celebration or revelry. They are a cocktail party’s best friend — they’re bite-sized, easy to eat, and full of flavor.