When it comes to pork ribs, most people will habitually grab a pack of back ribs. They're full of meat, tender, and always feed a crowd. But lately, I've been putting an effort into learning how to cook with the less popular cuts of meat. Chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts, flank steak instead of [...]
If there is one thing I love, it's charcuterie. Sometimes I literally have it as a meal on its own. I'm crazy about the combination of warm creamy cheeses and cured salty salamis and prosciuttos. One of my passions in life is entertaining, and an elaborate charcuterie board is one of the traditional "go-to" hors-d'oeuvres [...]
The Pork Pulled Pork is a classic. There are so many routes you can take with this popular savory protein. Some people opt for smokey, while others may opt for sweet, spicy, or vinegary. When I make pulled pork, I tend to take a sweeter approach, then top it with a handful of fresh vinegary [...]
Turkey Chili is one of those classic January meals in our household. The sky is usually dark and gloomy, everyone is still experiencing a "holiday hangover", and not everyone is up for cooking complex meals. Aside from being comfort food, turkey chili is loaded with lean protein, vegetables, and beans. It's also easy! You can [...]
After a few days of heavy carb filled holiday meals, it's nice to have something a little more refreshing. Tacos are - of course - always a favourite. They're comfort food, but bright and refreshing at the same time. Typically when I make tacos, I will use homemade corn tortillas for a spicy tender beef [...]
I love having access to a meat grinder! While the majority of store-bought sausages or hamburgers are delicious, I do prefer being aware of every ingredient. I also love being able to ensure that my sausages and hamburgers are made with high-quality cuts of beef or pork. I recommend using the Kitchen Aid attachment for home [...]
Pork Carnitas with Homemade Tortillas is one of my favourite weekend meals. I love the combination of the spicy pork with fresh lime juice, pico de gallo, and sour cream over a warm corn tortilla. The first time I had pork carnitas I was on a beach in Mexico in my early twenties. Before that, [...]
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