For the important aspects of temperature control, I’ve been ‘reviewing’ the INKBIRD ITC-308 for many years now and using it to get a target temperature range. I’ve used this for charcuterie, dry cured meats and many other temperature controlled environment projects at home which I’ll talk about. For about 20 years I’ve had many hobbies (food and alcohol based) that …
How to Store Cured Meat: Tips and Tricks
The way you store cured meats does depend a lot on what style of cured meats you have. I’ve got a true passion for cured meats of all kinds, and that’s why I started this website. I buy and make my own types of cured meats of every style you can imagine across the globe. I thought it would be …
Is Cured Meat Raw?
It gets a little bit confusing with the cured meats and raw meats since the definition of cured meats does have a lot of variations across the globe. I’ve been lucky enough to have tasted and experienced, as well as made, many of the variations of cured meats in the traditional and modern context. I will try to give a …
Cured Meat vs Uncured Meat
Recently, I delved deeper into the realm of cured and uncured meats, and to my surprise, I discovered that the distinction between the two isn’t solely about the curing process itself. Rather, it lies in the packaging legislative aspects that govern the use of certain additives. Let’s explore this intriguing aspect further. What is the difference between uncured and cured …
Preserving Meat: The Cheapest and Most Economical Methods
I have been preserving meat over many years. Here I want to highlight tips for economic methods to help you from my experiences and what I’ve learned about. It is not always about expensive charcuterie, sometimes the perspective on economics has to come into play. Are you looking for affordable ways to preserve meat? Look no further! In this blog …
Easiest Ways to Preserve Meat
The easiest ways to preserve meat are using the simplest methods and procedures, this is where I will focus this article. There are many ways you can preserve meat (like canning, dry curing, etc.), however, the easiest ways tend to need the least effort and resources. I’ve often got excess farmed or wild meat, so I’ve explored all the ways …
Ways of Preserving Meat at Home – Overview
The ways you can preserve meat at home are varied, I’ve found there are some overlaps in the techniques, and since you can’t always rely on the freezer. Some of these other methods of preserving meat at home could help create an entirely new passion, well that’s what I’m hoping for. It definitely started me on the journey. I’ve done …
Can You Save Money from Buying Whole Beef Cuts?
When it comes to beef, there’s nothing quite like a juicy, tender steak. But purchasing steaks from the grocery store or butcher shop can quickly add up, especially if you have a large family or enjoy grilling out frequently. That’s why many people are turning to buying whole beef cuts as a way to save money and get the most …