Why is it that grilled, charred or smoked anything is perceived to be more delicious? Is it our inner cave man/woman calling the shots or do we subconsciously like to see some sort of mark on our meal (a grill line, a colored rind) to know that yes, it is indeed cooked. Perhaps it’s a visual […]
Our world is changing right before our eyes. Women run international corporations, we have stay-at-home dads, women who golf, men who go to spas, and moms and dads both changing diapers. Whether you’re for it or against it, one thing is certain: gender roles are disappearing. I am a little old fashion to accept all these […]
1. Jerky is Hot Habanero-spiced aside, the quest for low-carb, high-protein eats is at an all-time high. The salty snack that was once found in gas stations and pharmacies has gone mainstream and and can even be found on the top shelf. There is a revival of Artisan produced jerky products. Not limited to beef […]
How much more delicious was that hot dog before you knew what went into making it? Delving into the nitty gritty particulars can be more like opening a (ahem) can of worms. Do you really want to know if your favorite snack is healthy? Lucky for you, you can keep the top on that can, […]
Big, hairy and unpredictable, the American Bison (bison) roamed in large quantities in North America when Columbus landed. Early settlers called them Buffalo, as they look similar to Buffalo found in parts of Europe and Africa. The name has simply stuck, but scientifically, it’s different but acceptable. So what is the difference between buffalo and bison? […]
As the 4th of July approaches and we celebrate America’s 238th birthday, we are reminded of some of our favorite American summer traditions: summertime barbecues swimming in lakes wearing jean shorts in the sun going to baseball games picnics in the park fishing campfire stories What is your favorite part about summertime in America? As […]
Mountain America Jerky A Top Gift For Dads Father’s Day is just around the corner on June 15. If you haven’t picked up a Father’s Day gift, consider giving Mountain America Jerky a try. SaveOnEnergy.com has named Mountain America Jerky a top contender for Dad this year. SaveOnEnergy.com, which focuses on saving energy, money and […]
Every March, the college basketball season heats up and it is tournament time. Friends and family gather to cheer on their favorite team and there is a reason why some folks refer to it as “madness”. When you are getting everyone together for the big game, arm them with some flavorful fun, some exotic jerky […]
Think you know about jerky and nutrition? Well, let’s have a little fun and test your jerky knowledge. No peeking at the answers below! First: Let’s start with beef jerky nutrition facts. How much protein is there in each ounce of Mountain America Beef Jerky? Second: Which jerky product has the lowest amount of carbs per […]
Valentine’s Day is coming up fast. Most of the publicity will be about how difficult it is to find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for her. But what about for him? Ok ladies, we have heeded the call and we are here to help you solve your Valentine’s Day dilemma. What does your man want […]