I’ve discovered that freshly cooked, hot, and golden fries are incredibly delicious, especially when made with duck fat. The savory duck fat imparts a delicate flavor that really enhances the fries, and its high melting point makes it perfect for deep-frying. You can sometimes find duck fat at grocery stores or specialty markets, or even … Read more
So you’re probably wondering why I’m so picky about only eating grass-fed beef. Well, I’ll tell ya – it’s because I care about what I put in my body. Grain-fed beef is just no good in my book. Sure, it may look plump and juicy sitting there on the plate. But did you know those … Read more
I know it’s healthy to eat more fish, but keeping fresh fillets stocked isn’t easy without constant trips to the store. That’s where Costco helps. I’ve found that their selection of both fresh and frozen seafood is quite good. I often hear from other shoppers about their favorite picks and how they use them throughout … Read more
Tacos are a favorite around the world, partly because you can make them with so many different fillings, including ground beef. When I’m planning to make tacos, I always consider the serving sizes to figure out how much ground beef I’ll need. For each taco, I usually use about 2-3 ounces of ground beef. If … Read more
I find that Costco offers excellent beef ribs known for their rich flavor and tenderness. The ribs are well-marbled and larger than pork ribs, providing generous portions of meat. They can be slow-cooked or marinated to enhance the taste. Costco’s bulk buying model ensures value for money, making it a reliable choice for beef ribs. … Read more
I’m known as the “Costco King” at The Kitchn because of my 12-year loyalty to Costco, where I shop at least once a week. Interestingly, I’m within a 30-minute drive of five Costcos. However, before I became devoted to Costco, I was a Sam’s Club member for a year or two. Recently, hearing friends talk … Read more
Corned beef is pretty much in everything. It has that real savory taste, and you can put it in all kinds of meals. And in Costco, there are tons of corned beef options, so even picky eaters can find something they wanna choke down. This post is all about the corned beef choices at Costco. … Read more
If you want to feed a bunch of people without ending up with a fridge full of leftovers ’til next year, the amount of food you buy is really important. Especially if you’re cooking something everyone goes nuts for, like prime rib. Get it wrong, and your guests will leave still hungry, or you’ll be … Read more
You know how some cuts of meat are supposed to be all fancy and special? Well, the pork shoulder is one of those. People like to go on and on about how “succulent” and “richly flavored” it is. Which basically means it’s juicy and tastes good. Now, when you’re cooking this pork shoulder, which way … Read more
So I’m out at a Brazilian steakhouse right, just minding my own business and checking out all the meat walking by. This one waiter wouldn’t leave me alone, though, going on and on about how I just had to try the picanha. I’ll admit I was skeptical at first. But the guy was so passionate … Read more