a whole lot of patience. The time between buying a cut of meat from the butcher to actually serving it at the table can be months. Or even years. That’s when the meat breaks down, unlocking flavor you ...

Salt is my frenemy. But it is also the magical crystal of culinary alchemy. Salt can harden my arteries but also transform raw fish, fowl and meats into delectable morsels through curing. Curing is ...

Sandwich meat is great for whipping up a quick bite to eat. However, the meat is often jammed with sodium and other ...

Popular lunchbox staples are convenient and tasty, but some deli meats carry hidden risks for heart health and long-term ...

This week, we’re going to dive into the art and science behind curing meat. Curing involves packing meat in salt and sugar — they are both hygroscopic, meaning they pull out moisture. That’s why salt ...

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Did you know that you can cure meat at home using nothing more than a wine refrigerator? This was my first attempt at meat curing, and I’d say it went fantastically well. This project was inspired by ...

A good steak, roast, or stew will always have its place in the kitchen. But as you’re about to learn, few foods are more satisfying to make and eat than hunks of meat that you’ve cured with these two ...