Pork is an excellent source of iron, vitamin B12 and protein, and it's also less fatty than it used to be. The National Pork Board notes that in the past 20 years, the total fat content of many popular cuts of pork has decreased by as much as 16 percent. Pork also contains arginine, an amino acid that may benefit your health.
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Squash and plum tomato sauce offer a low-calorie, nutritious alternative to fattening pasta dishes. Like most pastas, you can use any variety of spices and cooking oils to enhance the flavor of your dish. In addition to its ric...
Ice cream cakes are made of layers of ice cream of different flavors, sometimes with baked cake layers or other ingredients mixed or layered in. Frosting choices for ice cream cakes are whipped topping, soft-serve ice cream or...
Goulash is a traditional Hungarian stew made with beef and vegetables. In the U.S., goulash is often made with ground meat, elbow macaroni, canned tomatoes and a variety of spices and vegetables. You can prepare goulash on your...
...ture. Foods must be stored at suitable temperatures to prevent bacterial growth and cooked to suitable temperatures to ensure they're safe to eat. The only really reliable way to test the doneness of meats, for example, is w...
By refrigerating your meat below 40 degrees F you can prevent the growth of bacteria, allowing you to keep fresh meat for several days. If you don't have access to a refrigerator, you can still keep meat for long periods of tim...
Many dried beans are excellent, low-cost sources of nutrition. They typically are low in fat and cholesterol, provide protein and minerals and are good sources of dietary fiber. Dried beans often require soaking in water for an...
Popular mythology surrounding soda and meat claims that meat can be dissolved in soda, specifically Coca-Cola, within a day or two of immersion. Many mainstream sodas contain a type of acid that can tenderize steak and chicken,...
Top round is sometimes referred to as a London Broil, which is a generic name sometimes used for less-desirable, inexpensive steaks. Flap steak, another inexpensive steak, is also known as sirloin tip steak. Although both steak...
...fraction of your total blood volume. Platelets are designed to help prevent bleeding. Low blood levels of platelets, known as thrombocytopenia, increases your risk of bruising and bleeding. While red meat can help increase r...
The high fat content in meat gives it the reputation of being an unhealthy, fattening food. Any food is fattening when you exceed your daily caloric requirements, which you can do eating just one meal with an American-size port...
...#8211; part conduction, part convection and part infra-red oven. The triple-power capability enables many foods to cook quickly, though you will still want to take your time when you use it to braise meat. After all, the slo...
Cutting meat into cubes might seem like a no-brainer, but a few tips will help you ensure that they are the right size and shape for your dish. Depending on what you’re cooking, your cubes may be different sizes. More fa...
...Digestion may present challenges for those with gastrointestinal disorders related to aging and disease due to an insufficient level of hydrochloric acid or protease, the enzyme that digests protein. Meat's composition inclu...
... water or steam. It's a widely used technique in both commercial and home kitchens, especially to prepare vegetables for freezing or later use. However, blanching can also be used to good effect with meats. This is less comm...
...om pureed food, including those who have difficulty swallowing or those with dental conditions. Nearly any food can be pureed, including fruits, vegetables, casseroles and certain salads. Even ground meat such as beef, chick...
...of Health. Given the harm these diseases cause, it's important to handle and cook your food properly to minimize your risk of contracting a food-borne illness. One possible safety concern is refrozen meat. There are some cir...
Stomachaches can ruing the enjoyment of eating lamb meat. Pains in the abdomen are a general symptom that may be related to different digestive conditions. If you develop this symptom as an isolated instance that continues to g...
...s." According to the classic Sanskrit texts that explain this ancient Indian system of preventing and healing disease, the ideal ayurvedic diet need not -- and sometimes should not -- be free of meat. In fact, the autho...
meat provides a range of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients essential to a number of vital body functions. However, meat also contains saturated fats, and overconsumption of these fats can have detrimental effects on health...
...need about 50 grams to 175 grams of protein per daily, based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet. You can choose from numerous foods to help fulfill your daily recommended intake of protein. In addition to meat such as beef, poult...
Allergies to processed meats occur due to potential allergens that are not susceptible to degradation during industrial cooking. Most of these allergens are blood proteins that occur in high concentrations, especially in beef, ...
meats such as chicken, beef and pork are sources of protein in your daily diet, which helps you build and maintain a healthy immune system and muscle tissue. However, meats also can contain saturated fats and cholesterol that c...
Every meat product contains fat--the question is only how much fat is in any specific type of meat. Typically fish and poultry have a lower fat content than red meat; but the many different cuts of meat have varying amounts of ...
Rare meat is cooked to a temperature below 145 degrees Fahrenheit, and the digestion of rare meat differs somewhat from that of more thoroughly cooked meat. The process of heating meat results in the denaturation of meat protei...
Loosely defined, a stew is a dish of meat and vegetables slow cooked in a closed pot at a simmering temperature. The most-common stewing meats are tougher, less-expensive cuts of beef that require careful braising to achieve th...
...and other animals. Creatine supports the delivery of energy to all of the cells in your body, especially to your muscles. Your body synthesizes creatine from L-arginine, glycine and L-methionine. Red meat is one source of cr...
Sticking to a low-fat diet can be a challenge, especially if you are trying to balance nutritional needs with calories. Doctors and nutritionists recommend white meat poultry almost unanimously, but dark meat poultry contains m...
Lean meats are a healthier choice for your diet, but a dry, flavorless dinner does little for your taste buds. Waiting for meat to marinate or drenching it in sauce might boost the flavor factor, but neither can make meat tende...
After boiling, broiling or grilling a lobster, your next job is remove the meat from its hard shell. While the tail contains the majority of the meat, do not forget about the meat in lobster claws. Include a lobster cracker and...
Papaya is rich in carbohydrate but contains little protein or fat. meat, on the other hand, provides no carbohydrate to your diet but supplies you with protein and fat. Therefore, the digestion of papaya and meat involves break...
...lth care practitioners support the theory of adrenal depletion, and commonly advise dietary changes to facilitate healing and recovery. Although adrenal depletion diets tend to emphasize protein, red meat consumption may wor...
Biotin, or Vitamin H, is a useful nutrient found in many different foods, including liver, pork and salmon, with liver the best source by far. Biotin should be consumed on a daily basis to maintain the health of your hair and s...
...d ground beef sold in grocery stores and markets. While a butcher may be able to grind ground beef finely on request, it is fairly simple to turn regular ground beef into the authentic, finely ground meat used in traditional...
meat is only safe to keep in the refrigerator for a certain length of time, after which you should throw it out. This may be costly, but consuming meat that has gone bad may cause you to become ill. Spoiled meat may have a stra...
...aring or cooking lamb in just the right way helps to make it tender, juicy and flavorful. Choosing the correct piece of lamb goes a long way in keeping it tender during cooking as well. Look for lamb meat that is marbled wit...
Most of the livestock in the United States are treated with synthetic hormones, and some consumers worry that the hormones provide excess estrogen in the American diet. However, this is a controversial subject with limited vali...
The label on a package of beef stew meat makes obvious the most common use for these precut and convenient chunks of meat, but why stop there? Choose preparations and presentations that minimize serving portions of meat and emp...
Pregnancy is a time when good nutrition is critical, with the foods in your diet nourishing both you and your growing baby. Pregnancy is also a time when food safety and proper food handling are very important. During pregnancy...
Cooking a tender and juicy steak can be a challenge, because steaks tend to get dry and tough due to incorrect cooking methods. At every step of the cooking process – from choosing the meat cut to cooking it – preci...
Red meat is a good source of protein, as well as vitamins and minerals, including zinc and iron. Although red meat contains saturated fat, it doesn't have to be fattening as long as you choose the right cut of meat, trim visibl...
...it possible to have safe, fresh, high-quality foods in the average home year-round. Freezing is especially useful, preserving foods for months in nearly fresh condition. However, freezing and thawing meats repeatedly can tak...
Steaming is a gentle, moist, no-fat cooking method used for cooking a variety of vegetables and meats over boiling water. The rising steam engulfs and cooks the food rapidly and as a result, no flavor or nutrients wash away in ...
Marinades are a traditional food preparation method and an excellent way for busy cooks to add flavor to beef, pork, poultry or fish. However, be careful not to leave the food in marinades too long. Over-marinading can damage t...
The loin area of a cow produces beef that is flavorful, tender and juicy. When entertaining or planning a backyard barbecue, good results can be assured when steaks from either the short loin or the loin are chosen. If calories...
If you handle meat safely and thaw it properly, you can safely refreeze thawed meat. While you can thaw meat in cold water or in the microwave oven, meat thawed either way is not safe to refreeze unless you cook the meat thorou...
...ue to blocked arteries. It is also used for decreased mental capacity or dementia, erectile dysfunction and male infertility. Arginine is found in dietary products containing protein, such as various meats like pork, beef, c...
Vegans and vegetarians rely on meat alternatives, such as beans, tofu and faux meats to supply certain key dietary nutrients. Non-vegetarians may also benefit their health by substituting meat alternatives for meat in some of t...
...ou to access and utilize creatine-based energy systems. Individuals who do not wish purchase concentrated creatine supplements or whose stomach cannot handle direct creatine ingestion may eat certain meat products to boost t...
...ar for grilling or broiling. Taken from the rib primal, or the top portion of the rib section, ribeye can be butchered from the foreshank with relatively few tools. Although this is typically done by meat packers at the plan...
...el. All come with a fan that helps circulate hot air as the food cooks. This provides browning that you do not find in a normal microwave oven. Many models have a built-in defrost function that thaws meat. Once unfrozen, you...
Naturally tender cuts of meat tend to be more expensive, and serving meat on a budget can be a challenge. There are many ways to tenderize tough meat before cooking it, which include pounding, scoring, soaking in a marinade and...
Since the turn of the 21st century, there has been greater awareness of the social costs of factory-farmed meats, driven by books like Michael Pollan's 2004 bestseller, "The Omnivore's Dilemma." Some diners have chosen to reduc...
Anyone who's ever sat down to a holiday turkey knows that the bird is divided between light and dark meat. These are two distinctly different forms of muscle tissue, and because of this white and red meats are different in thei...
Low-cost cuts of meat need special preparation to tenderize them without sacrificing flavor, texture and nutrient value. Flank steak, arm roast, shank cross cuts, brisket and skirt steak all benefit from the process. Tenderizin...
Eating extremely large amounts of meat can hurt your stomach. Your body may have an intolerance toward meat. In this problem, the body cannot absorb an oversupply of meat, resulting in an allergic reaction that causes abdominal...
Your body manufactures most of the arginine, also known as L-arginine, that you need for optimal health, while the rest is consumed in microscopic amounts in a well-rounded diet, making the amino acid a semi-essential nutrient ...
Your doctor might prescribe a low-purine diet for you if you have kidney stones or have had an organ transplant, but the most common reason is gout. Gout usually manifests as a swollen, painful big toe, and is caused by an exce...
Juicy, protein-rich meat loaf is traditionally baked in the oven, but you can also cook it in a skillet on your stove top with the same basic preparation and ingredients. Even better, the meat loaf comes together in minutes and...
Once meat has been frozen, it can lose some of its natural flavor and texture, especially if the cut of meat was not particularly tender to begin with. For this reason, it is essential to tenderize certain cuts of frozen meat, ...
Food cravings stop many a dieter from following through on dietary changes. However, eliminating a certain food from the diet, such as meat, will not necessarily trigger cravings for that particular food. On the other hand, you...
Whether you add too much salt by accident or intent, salty meat is never a good thing. The sodium in salt can put your health at risk and the taste can ruin your meal. While neutralizing salty meat is possible, it can be a chal...
Buying a cheaper cut of meat at the grocery store may shave money off your grocery bill. But cheaper pieces of meat can be tougher than those that are more expensive. If you purchase a tough cut of meat, you can follow a few st...
Grind your own burger meat to customize the flavor and fat content. When you grind your own meat, you know the source, whereas when you purchase ground meat from a grocer, the meat may come from dozens of different animals, inc...
Choose your meat loaf ingredients carefully to reduce calories and fat. Traditional meat loaf ingredients include ground meat, bread crumbs or oats, eggs, ketchup and spices, though modifying the dish is simple and provides end...
Cuts of meat from the muscular, heavily used parts of the animal, such as the shoulder, legs and rump, tend to be tough. Tough cuts of meat, which usually are less expensive, contain the same level of vitamins and minerals as m...
Less expensive cuts of meat like flank steak tend to have tough muscle fibers that make the meat difficult to chew. Budget-conscious cooks don't have to sacrifice tenderness for cost, however. It is not difficult to tenderize f...
Bodybuilding is a type of body modification, typically for competition, that involves building muscle and losing fat to improve your physique. Bodybuilders often consume large quantities of meat to provide their muscles with ad...
...tle resemblance to the simple and elegant original dish. Making beef stroganoff is not difficult, even if you use the more authentic cubed beef instead of strips or ground. Most recipes call for the meat to be braised, whic...
Moist, tender meat is as much a matter of timing as it is of proper prep work and cooking method. Even the most tender cut of meat will dry out and get tough if it is overcooked or prepared using the wrong method. Some cuts, li...
If you don't have an outdoor grill or the weather isn't conducive to a backyard barbecue, you can still achieve tasty results by broiling your meat on the top rack of your oven. The cooking process will take a little longer tha...
The best meats for stew must stand up to moisture and heat, sometimes for long periods of time. This requirement rules out the well-marbled meat of tender steaks that would fall apart and contribute greasy fat to the stew, or s...
Though not considered a healthy cooking method, frying meat can make for a delicious alternative to baking or grilling. Normally, meat is fried after being dipped in a batter, but coating it with cornmeal or bread crumbs also y...
As anyone who has had the privilege of watching a professional smoke house carver in action can testify, there is an art to properly cutting boneless meat. With a simple stroke of the carving knife, a perfectly prepared flank s...
Despite being known for high fat content and artery-clogging capabilities, animal meats actually provide healthy sources of lean protein. Your food preparation techniques are deciding factors in whether meat is beneficial or ha...
...w many you will serve, your budget and what type of gathering you're going to have. Whether you have a party, backyard barbecue or fundraiser, one of the more simple and least expensive ways to serve meat to your guests is h...
Searing meat is done by cooking it over high heat to seal its exterior. The heat browns the proteins, enhancing the color and flavor of the meat. This browning process only takes place when the temperature exceeds 315 degrees F...
Carbohydrates are an essential nutrient needed in the diet as it provides the main source of fuel to the brain and body. Meat is a source of protein that is required for the growth, development and maintenance of muscle and bod...
Ground meat works well in everything from casseroles to pasta dishes to soups. Ground meat pan-fries into crumbles, rolls into meatballs or shapes into mini or full-size loaves and patties in minutes. Less tender cuts of beef, ...
Substituting plant-based sources of protein for meat is healthy and cost-conscious. It isn't difficult to get adequate amounts of protein without eating meat, and the American Diabetes Association points out that most Americans...
...ant to consider crab. Crab is nutrient-dense, it is versatile, and you can use it in salads, appetizers or as a main course. Thoroughly cook your crab or any seafood before you eat it, and avoid crab meat if you suspect that...
When it comes to white and dark chicken or turkey, nutrient value is no contest. White and dark chicken and turkey provide five essential nutrients: protein, magnesium, phosphorus, niacin and choline. They also provide small a...
meatloaf is a meal made from ground beef, pork, turkey or chicken baked in the shape of a bread loaf. If it is prepared incorrectly, slices of meatloaf will crumble into small pieces when you cut them. However, you can modify y...
The English roast is often found in stores by other names, but regardless of what it is called it can be found in most grocery stores that have a meat department. The English roast is easily cooked through low-maintenance cooki...
Many factors affect whether the meat in your diet makes you unhealthy. For example, if you eat nothing but meat, you're missing out on the important nutrients plant food sources provide. But more often, people follow high-prote...
Reheating your meat is a way to get another meal or snack out of your leftovers. However, before reheating your meat, ensure that it has not been exposed or left out for more than two hours, or one hour if the temperature is ov...
Americans have decreased their intake of red meat, especially beef, since the 1970s by replacing it with poultry, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Many Americans are scared of the high saturated fat content of b...
A coating of flour on meat helps seal in the meat juices and provides a crispy outer coating. But, the flour coating can slip off the meat before you get it into the pan. There's also the risk of it flaking off while you're coo...
meat eaters and non-meat eaters have obvious differences -- one person chooses to eat meat, while the other does not. A "Vegetarian Times" magazine survey indicated that 96.8 percent of Americans are meat eaters, and 3.2 percen...
Practically all animal species are eaten in one part of the world or another. When used for food, animal flesh is termed as meat. In the United States, the most common meats consumed come from pigs, cattle, lambs, chicken and o...
Ground beef is most commonly used for making taco meat. Ground beef should be refrigerated or frozen until ready for cooking preparation. This preserves freshness and slows growth of bacteria. If refrigerated, use within 1 to 2...
...art. Normally, the arteries are smooth and elastic, which allows them to bend and move as blood flows through them. When you eat foods that are high in saturated fat and cholesterol, such as some red meats, it increases the ...
You can turn tough, cheap meat cuts into juicy, tender bites by using fruit as a meat tenderizer. Kiwi, pineapple and papaya all contain enzymes that break down protein molecules, necessary to tenderize tough meat cuts. Indigen...
...er could be much higher since symptoms sometimes go misdiagnosed, according to the Lupus Foundation of America. Since 1 in 3 patients have heart disease, S.L.E. Lupus Foundation suggests limiting red meat intake for a better...
As a healthy alternative to frying meat on the stove, boiling cuts out the grease and leaves meat tender. With a large pot and your favorite meat and seasonings, this may even be the start to a homemade soup or stew. Boiling me...
In 2006, Americans consumed about 234 pounds of Meat and poultry per person, according to the American Meat Institute. Meat is one of the leading sources of protein and other nutrients, such as iron, in the human diet. However,...
Juicy steaks and burgers rank among American's favorite foods. Many people like to grill these meats, but you can still have them if it's pouring down rain or snowing a blizzard outside, using nothing more than your oven's broi...
Improperly defrosted meat can result in food poisoning. The USDA suggests not leaving any meat out in the open for more than two hours, or one hour in climates above 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Any meat left too long in temperatures...
People give up meat for a variety of reasons, only some of which are related to health. Very few people need to eliminate meat from their diets for health reasons alone. If you decide to give up meat, replace it with high-quali...
Curing meats is the process of applying salt and other ingredients to drain the meat of moisture and make it inhospitable to bacteria that cause meat spoilage. Salt is often mixed into water to form a salt solution. A curing so...
Leg of lamb is a classic cut of meat to serve at larger gatherings and on holidays. Trussing the leg of lamb as part of the preparation process helps you form the meat for even cooking. Trussing also keeps your stuffing inside,...
The pancreas is a small, oval-shaped organ that aids in the chemical processes required for digestion. When you consume red meat, the pancreas plays an essential role in helping your body break down proteins and fats into avail...
Proper storage of meat includes keeping it refrigerated at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below or, alternatively, frozen at 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Straying outside these tempe...
Meat substitutes aren't limited to soybean-based alternatives such as tofu or textured vegetable protein. Others come from the fungi kingdom, such as mycoprotein and portabella mushrooms, while seitan is derived from wheat. Man...
Poor digestion of meat may occur for a variety of reasons. Digestion begins in your mouth when you chew, before it even reaches your stomach or intestines. For the most part, poor meat digestion can probably be adjusted with a ...
...mia, also called anemia. According to the Iron Disorders Institute, iron deficiency anemia is the most prevalent nutritional deficiency worldwide, and is on the rise in the United States. Because red meat is a good source of...
Freezing food is a convenient method of preservation, yet it can cause the quality of the food to deteriorate. However, losing taste and texture is not the biggest danger of thawing and refreezing meat. If performed in an unsaf...
Marinating meat before cooking it can help to soften and tenderize the meat while adding flavors that can enhance its natural taste. Marinades vary from meat to meat, and there is no "right" marinade as far as flavor goes, so t...
If you enjoy a juicy burger or thick steak, you are getting a healthy dose of protein and iron, but you might also be damaging your health. Regularly eating meat helps you achieve recommended protein levels, but it can be detri...
In a time when people are trying to reduce their consumption of processed foods, meat that has been preserved by exposure to gamma rays does not sound like better living through science to many concerned consumers. Irradiation ...
Poaching means cooking foods in water at a simmer, hot enough to cook -- but not boil -- the food. Poaching meat preserves its tenderness and adds flavor if a well-seasoned broth is used instead of plain water. Poaching uses a ...
Home cooks have potted and canned meats since before refrigeration became available to preserve it. To preserve all the meat from an animal, you can pot or can meats and store them for long periods unrefrigerated. This can be e...
Roasting Meat over an open fire conjures an antiquated approach to slow-cooking food -- where the food itself is less important than the process of cooking your food over a fire. Meat cooked on an open fire has a smoky, delicio...
... you have on hand, you can put together a delicious chili in as little as 30 minutes. Although chili can mean different things to different people, typically, a nonvegetarian chili consists of beans, meat and spices. Chili c...
...ises to the top when soybeans are boiled. It is nutrient-rich, provides a mild, earthy flavor and absorbs marinades effectively. Its protein content is particularly high, and it often substitutes for meat in vegetarian dishe...
Meat-stuffed squash is a fairly popular way to serve large winter squash, such as butternut squash and acorn squash. Though many stuffed squash recipes call for pork sausage, it's simple to substitute chicken or turkey sausage ...
meats provide good sources of protein and other essential nutrients. The healthiest meats include lean cuts such as round steaks, pork loin, extra lean ground beef, skinless chicken, turkey cutlets and lean turkey, roast beef a...
...tto is a type of ham that comes thinly sliced and is integrated into various entrees, such as sandwiches and pastas. It is made from dry-cured ham and is usually served uncooked. Prosciutto is a rich meat that is thinly slic...
Buy marinade -- a liquid mixture designed to flavor and tenderize meats -- from supermarkets or make it at home. Make marinades from a variety of ingredients, but most employ acidic ingredients to tenderize, while using spices ...
Handling fresh, frozen or thawed meat correctly is important for preventing bacterial growth or spoilage. Refreezing thawed meat is a safe practice, provided you defrost the meat in the refrigerator, according to the USDA. If y...
Grinding meat, whether for baby food or to make sausage or meatloaf, doesn't require any special equipment. While you may want to invest in a meat grinder if you grind a great deal of meat frequently, for most people, a regular...
Dehydrating meat is the oldest and most common practice for food preservation. Preparing your own meat at home will control the quality and create a longer-lasting food supply. Unlike canned foods, dehydrated meat can be stored...
Squash is a versatile, low-calorie vegetable that pairs well with many meats. Whether used as a side dish or cooked together with meat in a recipe, squash serves as a nice complement to a variety of dishes. Squash is grown year...
...panese dish that combines vinegared rice with a multitude of cooked and raw ingredients. Seafood such as crab, shrimp, tuna, salmon, white fish, red snapper and eel are common sushi ingredients. Crab meat is the primary ingr...
...lerance to gluten commonly experience symptoms such as lethargy, diarrhea, constipation and bloating. There are many healthy gluten-free foods to enjoy as part of a healthy diet including gluten-free meat substitutes.
Encrusting meat before cooking keeps it from drying out, and adds flavor and texture. Among the ways to encrust meat include using dry rubs, adding breading or encasing it in pastry, which is called en croute. The cooking meth...
Cuts of meat come with various degrees of tenderness. Often the tenderness relates to how fibrous the meat is -- cuts of muscle that are worked hard tend to be tougher and less tender. Fat content also influences the tenderness...
To prevent the growth of bacteria and meat spoilage, salt was traditionally added to meats. However, as meat processing methods improved, it was found that nitrates present in some salts gave meat its pinkish color while also a...
meat includes a variety of sources including beef, pork and chicken served as the main dish for meals. While most meat has a tender flavor, sometimes it's necessary to disguise the taste of the meat. Covering up the natural fla...
...de meals that were portable and had the ability to sustain the men who were battling the enemy. Tamales have spread to many cultures, and variations on the filling include everything from traditional meat mixtures to berries...
Nearly any type of meat can be used to make jerky, although beef, turkey and venison tend to be the most common. Jerky is essentially made through dehydration, which pulls much of the moisture out of the meat and allows it to b...
...arieties of paprika to achieve the flavor you are looking for in any dish. The sweet variety mostly brings color and a little flavor to a dish; smoked paprika provides a grill flavor that complements meat; and hot paprika ad...
Thawing Meat properly is is crucial for maintaining the quality of the product and ensuring its safety. Meat that is improperly thawed can spoil, making it unsafe for consumption and ultimately destroying dinner plans. Not much...
Chuck steak is a relatively inexpensive cut of meat that is full of flavor. Its drawback is that it can be a rather tough unless it is braised in a liquid. This makes chuck steak perfect for stews, where liquid and heat help to...
There are two methods of aging beef to improve tenderness. Wet aging is done by simply leaving meat in its vacuum-sealed packaging in the refrigerator. However, wet aging does not give the same improvement to tenderness and fla...
"Gardenburger" is the brand name of a company that markets vegetarian burgers and meat substitutes made primarily from soy and legumes. Veggie burgers are low-fat, versatile meat substitutes that are frozen and need little prep...
Fresh steamed lobster is an expensive delicacy that is as good for your body as it is hard on your wallet. Lobster meat has fewer calories than chicken or steak and it is high in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Eating whole...
meatloaf is a common comfort food enjoyed as a dinner entrée and in sandwiches as leftovers. You can make meatloaf with different ground meats and use various ingredients that highlight specific flavors. Barbecue meatloa...
meat loaf is a favorite family comfort food and is widely served in restaurants, diners and cafeterias, as well. Typically, cooks use bread crumbs to keep meat loaf from falling apart, but crackers are a good substitute. In ad...
There are a number of reasons to include wheat and meat substitutes in your diet. If you suffer from celiac disease or are gluten intolerant, then it is essential to find alternatives to wheat products. Even if you are not, sub...
With more focus on responsible eating and the effects of meat production on the environment and human health, there are some questions as to whether man needs to eat meat at all. Your body needs 10 essential amino acids to func...
You've probably heard that doctors advise against eating too much meat every day, especially fatty cuts of beef and pork. Yet what's often less clear is how much is too much. A commonsense approach to meat trumps any absolute l...
...efined grains. The squash is low-calorie, with 35 calories in a one-cup serving and less than a gram of fat. Spaghetti squash has a mild, slightly sweet taste, that manages to stand up even to strong meats, and complements a...
Ziti, like other pastas, offers a neutral starch that carries and absorbs the flavor of the meat, vegetables and seasonings you mix with it. When mixed with Italian sausage, tomato and cheese, your ziti acquires a classic Medit...
...ches, and act as the star of the show on a dinner plate, turkey can be stored in the freezer until the planned meal or sudden inspiration strikes. Depending on the size of the turkey or the amount of meat packaged into one c...
Barbeques equipped with hoods allow you to use the grill for roasting large cuts of meat that would not otherwise be suitable for grilling. Whether you're roasting beef, lamb, pork, venison or some other large cut of meat, you'...
Stew meat generally refers to tough cuts of beef that come from well-exercised muscles from the fore- or hindquarters of the animal. Cuts from the chuck -- the area around the shoulder of the cow -- are full of sinewy, connect...
One method of making the perfect meat dish is to sear the meat prior to cooking it. Searing uses high heat at the start of the cooking process to caramelize the surface of the meat. This locks in the internal juices released du...
Stew meat tends to be leftover scraps from other cuts of the lamb. The irregular pieces can be cubed for use in a stew or kebab recipe. Stew meat is not a lesser quality, but may contain bits from any area. Lamb is traditionall...
Cutting out meat isn't always easy: Just the thought of a hamburger can kick off intense cravings. Still, there's no physical need to give in. Even the strongest cravings are rarely as serious as they seem, and you can treat th...
There are thousands of species of crabs, many of which are valued for the particular taste and texture of their meat. You can serve crab meat plain, in cakes or as part of larger dishes. Different crab meats have different nutr...
The traditional way to serve Korean bulgogi or barbecued beef is with whole red lettuce leaves, sliced raw garlic and spicy fresh peppers, soybean paste and white rice. Each person can create her own "wrap" by placing a piece o...
...y weight or physical health by manipulating what you eat and how you eat it. This has led to a culture of belief that eliminating certain foods from your diet can help you achieve optimum health. Red meat and bread are two f...
Flap meat steak is an inexpensive cut of meat taken from the less tender part of the cow. Often used in carne asada, seasoned flap meat can also be used to complement the vegetables used in fajitas. Flap steak fajitas are quic...
A meat roll is a decorative way to dress up your meal presentation. A flank steak stuffed with savory ingredients makes a main dish attractive enough to serve to important clients and tasty enough that your family will ask for ...
Venison, a game meat that comes from deer, is a healthy alternative to red meat, which comes from cows, pigs and sheep. Beef, pork, lamb, mutton and veal are examples of red meat. Venison is healthier because it has fewer calor...
Tortillas filled with meat and/or cheese, rolled up and covered with a flavorful sauce, enchiladas may be as diverse as the cooks that prepare them. Mexican cooks usually soften corn tortillas in hot oil and dip them in a chili...
Fajitas are often associated with Mexican food, although they originated in Texas and are commonly referred to as Tex-Mex cuisine. Fajitas are normally made from grilled or seared meat and a collection of bell peppers and onion...
Buffalo, also known as bison, has become an increasingly well-known meat dish in recent years and marketers sometimes present it as an alternative to beef. Buffalo meat generally has less fat than most cuts of beef, and can be ...
Reheating meals in the microwave can be both convenient and time-effective. Nearly everything can be reheated in a microwave, including meat. If you take leftovers to work for lunch the next day, you'll need to know how to prop...
...of the heat-source placement, oven broiling is similar to cooking via an outdoor grill. Distance from the heat source and the length of cooking time are factors that, together, determine whether your meat is tender and tasty...
All animal-based protein foods, such as meat, poultry, fish, shellfish and dairy products, provide high-quality protein. Game meats, such as goat, can be healthy alternatives to increase the variety in your diet. Eat goat as pa...
...tives prevent microorganisms such as fungi and bacteria from developing on foods, which then lead to spoilage. Preservatives are also used to maximize the amount of time poultry, fish, beef and other meats and foods can stay...
Casein and meat allergies are two different types of allergic reactions that can cause similar symptoms and pose the same threat. Casein is a protein found in cow's milk that is considered one of the most common food allergies....
Meat is a general term usually applied to any type of animal flesh, such as beef, poultry, pork and fish. Some vegetarians would argue that no Meats are healthy and are environmentally unfriendly food sources. Others point to t...
Stuffing meatloaf gives home cooks an elegant way to incorporate more flavor and nutrients into a classic comfort food. Vegetables, small portions of cheese and cured meat add texture and color to the dish, making an attractive...
...e heat to food, which causes it to brown -- a result similar to grilling, but without the charcoal, pit or grill. Broiling can be done in a gas or electric oven with all types of food, particularly meat. Whether you have c...
You may have seen the term "aged beef" on a restaurant menu or in the grocery story. This term refers to the practice of hanging the meat carcass after slaughter for several days or weeks. During this time, enzymes present in t...
Meat pies mean different things depending on the culture. Nigerians eat them as finger food and prepare them in dumpling-sized portions. Meat pies are also a favorite in Australia, where the concoction is created as a tradition...
The thawing method used to prepare meat for cooking affects the safety of the food. Methods such as running meat under warm water increase the risk of foodborne illnesses by creating an ideal environment for bacteria to grow. M...
Jerky refers to meat that has been dried as a means of preservation. Jerky is usually tough and chewy and is ideal for hiking, camping or other situations where you are without refrigeration for a period of time. You can make j...
Crab meat in the can saves you the effort of cracking the legs and claws before you can prepare a dish. This convenience often comes with added sodium used during processing. The meat may also be hiding a few pieces of shell th...
Leftover stuffing is a fabulous side dish on its own, but if you've made enough to feed all thirteen original colonies, finding creative new ways to serve it can be a challenge. Making meat loaf with leftover stuffing is a tast...
Packaged taco seasoning mixes limit what you can put into your ground beef and often contain high amounts of sodium. Creating your own blend of zesty herbs and spices allows you to experiment with different flavors, while monit...
Marinating adds flavor to meat without adding a lot of calories and helps chicken, pork or burgers stay tender on the grill. If you're going to use a marinade, the vessel you use is as important as the ingredients in the marina...
Gyros are an American-Greek lamb or beef sandwich served on a pita with a cucumber sauce, lettuce and tomato. The sandwich gets its name from the gyroscopic spit that the meat is cooked on before serving, according to the What'...
Textured vegetable protein, also known as TVP, is often used as an extension or replacement for meat. Usually made from soybeans, TVP is used in place of beef or chicken in burgers, soups, stews and taco dishes. TVP comes packa...
Beef is a staple in the typical Western diet and can be found in hamburger, steak and some processed meats like hot dogs. The term "red meat" is often used interchangeably with beef but may also refer to goat, horse or sheep m...
...ethod many people avoid because they think it is too complicated. In reality, poaching is an extremely simple, low fat cooking method that anyone can do. Although poaching results in a juicy piece of meat, it does not tender...
Goat is a popular meat in North African, Middle Eastern, Indian and Mexican cultures. In the United States, the demand for goat meat by ethnic groups and in segments of the mainstream is increasing. The typical goat meat choice...
Both genuine crab meat and imitation crab make up a part of an American diet, as an ingredient in salads, soups, casseroles, or even on their own. Regular crab meat can come from a range of crab species, including snow crab, bl...
...ar extinction of the breed, which is a sister to domestic cattle. Today, bison, also called American buffalo, provide a lean protein source that many choose for health reasons. You can purchase bison meat in grocery stores a...
Packaged, precooked meats such as lunch meats and hot dogs make for easy-serve meals. Because they are already cooked, they seem quite safe, even if they're eaten cold. But bacteria in precooked meats can make you sick -- and i...
When you want the flavor of seafood without the cost or length of time it takes to prepare for consumption, consider eating imitation crab. Also called surimi or sirimi, this processed seafood is made from white fish, most ofte...
Nutrition recommendations are constantly changing. Years ago, some doctors suggested avoiding all red meat, for fear that it would increase heart disease. More recently, some medical experts are suggesting that it may not be as...
Buffalo are the largest land animal in the United States. Before North America was colonized, vast herds would roam wild. Native Americans would hunt them for their meat and hide. At the end of the 19th century, the buffalo was...
The answer to the question of what's for dinner has changed significantly since the 1980s, according to a report in BEEFmagazine. As more women have entered the workforce, the consumption of beef in America has dropped, while t...
...g in one of your joints, gout might be the cause. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, or AAFP, the peak incidence of gout occurs between ages 30 and 50. Certain foods, such as red meat, have been associat...
Crab meat can be a healthy addition to any diet. Fresh whole crabs or crab legs may be available in your store's seafood section. Alaskan king crab legs are usually available frozen. Fresh lump crab meat is available in some sp...
Meat provides protein, zinc and iron -- all important nutrients for a healthy diet. Meat cuts vary in their amounts of fat, saturated fat and calories. Sandra Woodruff, author of "The Best-Kept Secrets of Healthy Cooking," repo...
Red meat, or beef allergies, affect between 3 percent to 6 percent of all children and up to 20 percent of children with a cow's milk allergy, according to She-Health-Living. Most red meat allergies are outgrown by the age of 3...
Deer meat, whether hunted or farmed, is known in the culinary world as venison. While it may not be a common dinner staple for most Americans, this lean, red game meat is nutrient-rich and offers health benefits. Like beef, ven...
Nearly all meat tenderizers commercially available at your supermarket contain one of two enzymes: papain or bromelain, according to the Enzyme Development Corporation. Papain and bromelain both work to break down the connecti...
Beef, pork, fish and other Meats -- when consumed in moderation and combined with whole grains, vegetables and fruit -- offer more than just different flavors. Meat contains an abundance of beneficial proteins, iron, vitamins ...
The HCG diet, which combines an extremely low calorie diet with hormone injections, promises rapid weight loss for vegans and meat eaters. HCG stands for human chorionic gonadotropin, a hormone produced by women in early stages...
It may sound strange at first, but it's actually a tasty, healthy alternative to meat. Textured vegetable protein, or TVP, is made from texturized soy flour that is processed into small granules, resulting in a texture similar ...
...same as textured soy protein, or TSP. According to the Illinois Center for Soy Foods, TVP from defatted soy flour is high in protein and low in fat. TVP is a vegetarian alternative for many types of meats because of its tex...
Meat tenderizers are extremely popular home remedies for inflammation. These readily available, low-risk remedies are used to ease pain and swelling associated with insect bites, jellyfish stings, sports injuries and arthritis...
Bison, or buffalo, meat is rich in nutrients such as zinc and iron. It generally contains fewer calories, less fat and lower levels of cholesterol than beef, chicken and pork.
One of the principles of the Mediterranean Diet is eating less red meat, such as pork or beef, and more fish and chicken. Would this change alone have a real impact on your health? It appears so. Researchers at the National In...
One of the principles of the Mediterranean Diet is eating less red meat, such as pork or beef, and more fish and chicken. Would this change alone have a real impact on your health? It appears so. Researchers at the National In...
