It takes WHEAT to make beer… Today commemorates 83 years of being able to buy, sell and drink beer. What better day to talk about WHEAT and its role in sustenance and sustainability. According to the Brewers Association, at the end of 2015, there were over 4,000 craft breweries in the United States, some varietals by these local brew masters include wheat. Although most breweries incorporate barley, wheat beer is brewed with a larger proportion of wheat, compared to the amount of malted barley included in the mix. Wheat is considered a specialty grain and can create different flavors and levels of complexity in the beer. A beer made from…
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What you should know about the TOP 5 Root Vegetables
What is a Root Vegetable? Root vegetables are defined by being any fleshy, edible vegetable that grows underground or grows tubular. Grown worldwide, root vegetables differ in their concentration of carbohydrates (sugar and starches). In some countries, those root vegetables high in carbohydrates are viewed as a staple food item. Root vegetables such as carrots and potatoes can vary in size and color. Here are a list of lesser used root vegetables, but should be added to your repertoire. #5 Root Vegetable: BEETS Nutritious, tasting very sweet and earthy, golden varieties have a milder taste than the more common red. Picked between June and November for peak freshness. When buying…
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My Mama’s Frugal Meatloaf
My mom was an incredible cook! She prepared delicious meals on such a strict budget. Today, I made her classic meatloaf. As an avid deer hunter, my dad provided much of our protein, for the winter months, with Venison. I know there are animal lovers out there who would find this outrageous, but feeding a family of four on a firefighters salary in the ’70s and ’80s was very tough. Without deer meat or fish, caught from local lakes, we would have starved. Meatloaf was not one of my husband’s favorite meals, however, he changed his mind after trying my mom’s recipe. Made with pantry staples, it is not only…
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Easiest Slow Cooker Pot Roast Ever!
This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I will be paid a small percentage. Throughout my childhood, I always enjoyed a classic pot roast; however, this is the easiest dinner recipe you will possibly ever make. I had never heard of “Mississippi Pot Roast” before I discovered this recipe. I took the liberty of changing a few things about this recipe; however, do not leave out the Peperonchini Peppers. They will not add any spiciness to the roast, but they will pack a punch of flavor. My version of “Mississippi Pot Roast” requires a rub to impart flavor to the meat. The slow cooking method will create…
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Tips for Cooking Ham For Easter
A beautifully cooked ham is a traditional centerpiece for an Easter family dinner. Roasting a ham is not difficult if you follow some simple steps. The following are some good tips on thawing, preparing and cooking your holiday ham. There are several types of ham, most common is the precooked ham. The key to preparing a ham is to NOT overcook the ham. Proper cooking temperatures for all types of ham are as follows: FRESH HAM – 145º to 155º WHOLE OR HALF LEG – 145º to 155º SMOKED HOLE OR HALF LEG – 145º SMOKED OR FULLY COOKED – 130º to 140º THAWING If you buy your ham…
