raw beef steak fillets on dark table

Can You Cut Meat on a Wooden Cutting Board? Safety Tips & Best Practices

Wooden cutting boards are a must-have in any kitchen. They’re one of the most popular types available.  While wooden cutting boards are excellent for slicing vegetables and fruits, you may wonder if cutting meat on them is safe.  Let us see the pros and cons of cutting meat on a wooden cutting board and provide…

Butchers cutting beef in slaughterhouse, wearing hygienic masks

Do Butchers Put Food Coloring in Meat? How to Avoid Food Dyes

Have you ever noticed how some cuts of meat look incredibly vibrant—almost too perfect? Is the brilliant shade of red in some cuts of meat seemingly too perfect? If you’re like me, your first thought might be, “Is there something in this meat that shouldn’t be there?”  The idea that butchers might use food coloring…

How To Sear Meat Properly till Brown

Should You Brown Meat Before Adding It to Soup? The Answer May Surprise You!

We’ve all been there—the moment when you’re making soup, and you’re standing in front of your cutting board, staring at that beautiful, raw meat. The question pops up in your mind: “Should I brown it before throwing it into the pot, or can I skip that step?”  It might seem like a trivial decision, but…