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The Best Methods for How to Freeze Bacon

Good bacon makes everything better—which is why you should never waste it. Thankfully, the freezer extends the shelf life of quality bacon by several months. You probably know that you can freeze it by the pack, but what if you don’t want to use a whole pack in one sitting? […]

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10 Meaty Back to School Meals Your Kids Will Love

It’s back-to-school season, which means it’s time to get back into the habit of packing lunches for your kids. And while the turkey sandwich or PB&J has its place, sometimes you want to know your kids are filling up on a variety of healthy, nutritious dishes. And, most of all, […]

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Never Had Steak Tips? Here’s What You Should Do with Them

If you’ve never experienced the pure joy of the cut of beef known as steak tips, this is the time to start. The uber-tender hunks of steak are convenient, flavor-packed, and work well in a variety of preparations. You’ll never grow bored with the options. Try them skewered and grilled, […]

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The 3 Most Common Grilling Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)

It seems easy enough: Light grill, throw meat on, flip it, then eat. But, as with most forms of cooking, there are nuances to grilling. And there are a few common grilling mistakes that rookies– and even experienced grillers–often make. Before you light the grill, read on to see what can […]

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The 5 Basic Rules for Cooking Meat Perfect Every Time

Chef Yankel and the ButcherBox Kitchen share the top tips for cooking meat perfectly every time. 1. Use a meat thermometer. Use a digital meat thermometer to cook your meat to the right temperature. 2. Choose the right cooking method: Dry direct heat or moist indirect heat. Grilling, searing, roasting. […]