Hilary ElmerDec 15, 20233 minDry Curing: Better and Easier Than JerkyEuropeans have been dry curing meat for thousands of years. Classics like prosciutto, spalla, speck, cappicola, pancetta, and Iberico...
Hilary ElmerDec 8, 20232 minHow much freezer space will I need for a whole or half hog?"Do I have to have a big chest freezer to store a whole or half hog?" That is an important question to ask before committing to...
Hilary ElmerSep 9, 20232 minDo You Love Milk but Can't Stomach It?I have known several people, including my mom, who thought that they were lactose intolerant. But when they drank raw milk from cows...
Hilary ElmerAug 24, 20232 minYou Are What You EatMilk is milk, right? As long as it pours over cereal, it's fine. The truth is, all milk is NOT created equal. I'm not even talking about...
Hilary ElmerAug 9, 20232 minSAFE RAW MILK is No AccidentI'm not normally one to brag, but I feel like I deserve it right now. In the past couple of weeks, I have had both an insurance...
Hilary ElmerAug 1, 20231 minWhy I love having a whole or half hog in the freezerFor years I only bought a few packages of meat at a time. I had to go to the store if I ran out. I will never go back... I love having a...