cooking elk steak

How to Cook Elk Steak

Beef is great, but sometimes you just need to mix it up with a new type of meat. Elk is a great choice because it’s a wild meat that’s often available from reliable farmed sources. This means you don’t have…

cooking duck breast

How to Cook Duck Breasts

Duck breast is known for its rich, flavorful meat and crispy skin, making it a favorite for many. If you want to try something new in the kitchen, duck breast could be your next experimental venture. Despite it seeming like…

beer marinated steak

Marinating Steak in Beer

Steak lovers know that their favorite cuts of dry aged beef don’t need much beyond salt and pepper to taste great. Still, there’s nothing wrong with experimenting with other flavor profiles when you enjoy beef on a weekly basis and…

air fryer chicken wings

Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Do you want chicken wings that are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and full of flavor, without heating up your oven? Cooking them in the air fryer might be the answer you’re looking for. This guide will…

braised beef short ribs

What is Braising Beef

The Science of Braising Braising is a moist-heat cooking method that produces exceptionally tender and flavorful beef. This section unravels the science behind what makes braised beef so melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Understanding the key principles helps explain why tougher cuts suit…

Steak Seasoning and Flavor (Part I)

The Art & Science of Preparing Steaks (Part I) Great steaks start with great seasoning and flavoring techniques. Whether you prefer a simple, pre-grill salting, a homemade marinade, or a thorough dry rub, your steak’s flavor rests (as always) on…

smoked flank steak

How to Properly Smoke Flank Steak

The Flank steak is cut from the abdominal muscles lower on the cow, giving it a well-developed flavor at an affordable price. It’s often chosen primarily for uses like making beef jerky or steak fajitas. Yet this cut is also…

cooked pork butt steak

How to Cook Pork Butt Steaks

Pork butt steaks, also known as Boston butt steaks, are a flavorful and versatile cut of meat that can be prepared using several cooking methods. Whether you prefer the oven, stove, grill, crock pot, or air fryer, there’s always a…

cooked porterhouse steak

How to Cook Porterhouse Steak

Porterhouse is, by far, one of the most eye-catching steaks you can put on your plate. That’s probably because it’s usually the size of a whole plate, leaving little room for anything else. It’s also an interesting cut that includes…

new york strip steak and top sirloin steak

Top Sirloin vs New York Strip Steak

With so many different steaks to choose from, it’s not always easy to narrow down exactly which cut is best for your next special dinner. Some steaks are great for everyday enjoyment, while others are more suited to special occasions…

smoked pork loin

Smoked Pork Loin

We’ve been introducing you to all kinds of smoked meat guides lately, including smoked beef short ribs, smoked pulled pork, and smoked top sirloin roast. This guide to smoking pork loin is sure to be another crowd-pleaser you’ll want to…

cooked shoulder roast

Cooking a Shoulder Roast

Pot roast sometimes gets a bad rap. Either you love it because you know how to cook it well, or you balk at the thought of it because you’ve been subjected to eating dry, overcooked, bland pot roasts in the…

air fryer pork steak

Air Fryer Pork Steak

Air fryers soared into popularity just a few years ago. At first, home cooks tended to use them most for cooking frozen foods, like French fries and chicken strips, quickly and without needing to heat the home with a hot…

cooked lamb chops

How To Cook Lamb Chops

Cooking lamb chops can seem a bit daunting, but it’s easier than you might think. Whether you’re looking to grill, pan-sear, or bake them, this guide has you covered. We’ll walk you through different methods step-by-step, ensuring you achieve perfectly…

oven roasted chuck roast

How to Cook a Chuck Roast in the Oven

Chuck roast is a humble yet delicious meat that’s a must for anyone seeking a culinary adventure with loads of flavor and palate-pleasing tenderness. This cut of beef comes from the cow’s shoulder area, so it isn’t overly exercised. What…