Recipes, Tips / 18.10.2017

There are so many creative ideas concerning food around the holidays, and Halloween is no exception. With a wide range of pumpkin-based meals and monster-themed goodies, it can be hard to decide which foods to prepare. We've included a few options that are sure to have your guests leaving happy. Frightening Feasts Let's face it --- pumpkin is the food of the season. With chilly weather making its comeback, warm meals are a necessity, and this pumpkin beef stew recipe combines the best of both worlds. Your guests are likely to...

Recipes, Tips / 11.10.2017

The best part of using a slow-cooker or crockpot is the simplicity. Preparing your ingredients, adding them to the slow-cooker and pressing Start, is what brings the appeal. But the difference between a good meal and a great meal can be as easy as these 5 easy slow-cooker tips. Use the Right Size Slow cookers are available in a range of sizes, from 1 quart to 8 1/2 quarts. Use the size cooker recommended in your recipe. Purchasing a slow-cooker around the 5- to the 6-quart range can typically...

Recipes, Tips / 20.09.2017

There are a variety of factors that make Broadbent’s ham unique but none more precious or secret than our curing strategy. Our curing is a dry, salt-based process which takes place over many months. Curing is a simple process steeped in tradition: however, there is more than one way to cure a ham. Below we provide a brief overview of dry curing versus wet curing along with the benefits of our chosen methodology. Dry Cured Meats Dry curing has been a part of the human tradition for centuries. The need...

Recipes, Tips / 11.07.2017

In celebration of #NationalPecanPieDay, we wanted to share some delicious recipes using Pecans in addition to the classic pie. Below are 4 of our favorite recipes which incorporate pecans. Don’t be afraid to buy too many, as pecans have a long shelf life. In-shell pecans can last up to 6-12 months in a cool, dry place. Shelled pecans can be stored sealed in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 9 months or frozen for up to 2 years....

Recipes, Tips / 27.06.2017

Summer has officially begun and the weather is beyond perfect! Take advantage and enjoy some time outdoors. Whether you’re hiking a mountain or hiking to the back-porch picnic style meals are a fun way to eat well. Be sure to get your family involved in packing the meal and don’t forget the sunscreen! ...