< Back House of Meats: Ox Tail Barley Soup Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 4 hours 45 minutes Serves: 6 Level: Beginner About the Recipe Thanks to Jim Meads for this great recipe! Ox Tail Barley Soup is rich in flavor and is one Jim's favorite soups! Ingredients 1 House of Meats Beef Oxtail (about 2 lb.), disjointed Your House of Meats Butcher will be glad to trim and cut your Ox Tail. (OPTIONAL) 2 lbs House of Meats Choice Black Angus Beef Stew Meat If you like your soup extra meaty add House of Meats Choice Black Angus Beef Stew Meat. ½ cup Onion , chopped 8 cups Water 1 ½ tsp Salt ¼ tsp Pepper ¼ cup Chopped Parsley ½ cup Chopped Carrots ½ cup Chopped Celery ¼ cup Barley 1 Can (12 oz.) Tomato Juice ½ tsp Marjoram ½ tsp Basil Note: All of the products will direct to House of Meats - Maumee location. Please make sure to change the location to your home House of Meats store! Preparation Step 1: In a 5-6 quart Dutch oven or stock pot cook oxtail pieces over medium heat until lightly browned. OPTIONAL: For extra meaty soup add 2 lbs. House of Meats Choice Black Angus Beef Stew Meat. Step 2: Add onion and cook until it is soft. Step 3: Add water, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Step 4: Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, about 4 hours to blend flavors and reduce volume by half. Step 5: Add all remaining ingredients. Simmer until barley is cooked, about 45 minutes. Skim off any excess fat before serving, if desired. Previous Next

< Back House of Meats: It's Not "Just" Bacon - A Sampling of 50 Bacon Recipes Prep Time: Depending on Recipe Cook Time: Depending on Recipe Serves: Level: Beginner About the Recipe Make House of Meats bacon the star ingredient in pastas, salads, snacks and more from Food Network Magazine. Source: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/articles/50-things-to-make-with-bacon Ingredients Find ingredients in each Note: All of the products will direct to House of Meats - Maumee location. Please make sure to change the location to your home House of Meats store! Preparation (1) Bacon Guacamole Mash 2 avocados with 1/2 cup each chopped tomato and cilantro, 1/4 cup each chopped onion and crumbled cooked bacon , 1/2 minced jalapeno , some lime juice and salt . (2) Cheesy Bacon Popcorn Drizzle 4 cups hot popcorn with 1 tablespoon bacon drippings. Toss with 3 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon and 1/4 cup each grated Parmesan and cheddar . (3) Warm Bacon Slaw Cook 6 slices thick-cut bacon in 1 tablespoon olive oil ; drain and crumble. Add 1/2 sliced red onion , 1/4 cup each cider vinegar and water, 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds to the drippings. Toss with 6 cups shredded cabbage and the bacon. (8) Bacon Butter Cook 2 slices bacon in a skillet; drain and chop. Blend 1 stick softened butter with the drippings and 2 tablespoons maple syrup. Stir in the chopped bacon. (9) PB&B Sandwich Peanut butter , banana and cooked bacon with white bread. Cook in a buttered skillet. (14) Bacon-Wrapped Scallops Wrap bacon around scallops ; secure with toothpicks. Broil, turning, until crisp, 8 minutes. (15) Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuff pitted dates with blue cheese and wrap in bacon . Secure with toothpicks. Broil, turning, until crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. (18) BLT Pasta Cook 8 slices bacon ; drain and chop. Cook 1 chopped red onion , 3 sliced garlic cloves, some red pepper flakes and 1 teaspoon salt in 3 tablespoons drippings. Add 5 cups grape tomatoes ; cook 12 minutes. Add 1/3 cup cream; cook 2 minutes. Toss with 12 ounces cooked penne , 4 cups arugula, the bacon, some basil and a splash of pasta water. Top with Parmesan . (21) Bacon Nuts Beat 1 egg white until frothy; toss with 2 cups mixed nuts , 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning , 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 4 slices crumbled cooked bacon . Bake at 325 degrees F, 10 minutes. (28) Bacon Fried Rice Cook 1/2 cup chopped bacon in a skillet. Add 1/2 cup chopped scallions and 4 cups cooked rice; stir-fry until hot. Add 3 beaten eggs and 1 teaspoon each sesame oil and grated ginger; stir-fry until the eggs are set. (32) Bacon Muffins Make corn muffin mix as the label directs; add 1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon and 2 tablespoons chopped chives. (33) Bacon-Corn Sauté Cook 1/2 cup chopped bacon in a skillet; pour off half of the fat. Cook 1/2 each chopped red onion and jalapeno in the skillet until tender. Add 3 cups corn; cook 4 minutes. Add chopped cilantro, lime juice and salt to taste. (34) Bacon Brussels Sprouts Cook 6 ounces diced slab bacon in a skillet; drain. Separate 1 pound Brussels sprouts into leaves; stir-fry in the drippings. Add 1 minced garlic clove, 2 tablespoons each teriyaki sauce and water, a pinch each of sugar and red pepper flakes, and the bacon. (35) Warm Bacon Vinaigrette Cook 4 slices chopped bacon in a skillet; drain and crumble. Whisk 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar and 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard into the drippings; add salt, pepper and the bacon. (36) Spinach-Bacon Salad Make Warm Bacon Vinaigrette (No. 35). Toss with baby spinach, sliced mushrooms and sliced red onion. (43) Bacon Grits Simmer 2 cups each milk and water with 1 teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Stir in 1 cup grits; simmer until tender, about 35 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons butter and 1 cup each grated cheddar and crumbled cooked bacon . Top with chopped chives. (44) Bacon Quesadillas Cook 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms and 1/4 cup chopped onion in butter until soft. Add 2 slices chopped Spicy-Sweet Bacon (No. 42). Spread on tortillas with grated cheddar, then fold in half and cook in a skillet. (45) Bacon-Apple Pancakes Mix 1 cup flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup buttermilk, 1 egg, 1 grated apple and 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon . Cook in a hot buttered skillet. 46. Bacon Banana Bread Stir 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon into your favorite banana bread batter before baking. 47. Bacon-Potato Pancake Cook 2 slices bacon ; drain and crumble. Shred 2 peeled russet potatoes; squeeze dry. Mix with 1/4 grated onion, the bacon, and salt and pepper. Cook in the drippings until crisp, 8 minutes per side. (49) Bacon Oatmeal Stir 2 tablespoons each maple syrup and crumbled cooked bacon into 2 cups cooked oatmeal. (50) Bacon Brittle Boil 2 cups sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan, without stirring, until 340 degrees F, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in 1 cup peanuts , 5 slices crumbled cooked bacon , 1 tablespoon butter and a pinch each of cayenne and cinnamon . Spread on a greased baking sheet to harden. Previous Next

House of Meats has a ham for everyone! All hams are fully cooked, simply heat and serve! Try one of our delicious hams for your holiday dinner! Our Signature Honey Glazed - Spiral Sliced Boneless Hams Old Fashion Netted Boneless Hams Old Fashion Netted Semi-Boneless Hams < Back How to Prepare House of Meats Baked Hams Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Serves: 1 serving Level: Easy About the Recipe House of Meats has a ham for everyone! All hams are fully cooked, simply heat and serve! Try one of our delicious hams for your holiday dinner! Our Signature Honey Glazed - Spiral Sliced Boneless Hams Old Fashion Netted Boneless Hams Old Fashion Netted Semi-Boneless Hams Ingredients One Fully Cooked, Heat and Serve Ham from any House of Meats Location Preparation Step 1 Your boneless ham is already fully cooked and only needs to be warmed through. Pre-heat oven to 350 °F. Step 2 Place ham in a baking dish, add ¼ i nch of water to the dish. Cover the pan tightly with foil, making sure the foil is sealed completely to keep the moisture in. Step 3 Bake for approximately 12 to 14 minutes per pound of ham. Cooking guidelines: Whole Hams - 9 lb. Average - Bake for approximately 2 ¼ hours Half Hams - 4.5 lb. Average - Bake for approximately 1 ¼ hours Quarter Hams - 2 lb. Average - Bake for approximately 45 minutes Step 4 Adjust your cooking time to the weight of the ham. Sliced hams will cook faster. It is easy to overcook ham. To present a perfect baked ham, make sure to use a good instant-read thermometer. The internal temperature should read 130 °F. Step 5 Before serving the House of Meats Spiral Previous Next

< Back House of Meats: Whole Beef Tenderloin Prep Time: 12 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Serves: 8 Level: Intermediate About the Recipe Ingredients 4.50 lbs House of Meats Whole Beef Tenderloin (ask our butchers to trim and tie your tenderloin!) 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter, at room temperature 1 tbsp Kosher salt 1 tbsp Course Ground Black Pepper 1 tbsp Garlic Powder Note: All of the products will direct to House of Meats - Maumee location. Please make sure to change the location to your home House of Meats store! Preparation Step 1: Preheat the oven to 500 degrees. Be sure your oven is very clean , the high temperature will cause it to smoke. Step 2: Place the HOM Whole Trimmed Beef Tenderloin on a sheet pan and pat the outside dry with a paper towel. Spread softened butter on the tenderloin with your hands. Sprinkle evenly with the salt, pepper, and garlic. Step 3: Roast in the oven for exactly 22 minutes for rare and 25 minutes for medium-rare. Step 4: Remove the beef from the oven, cover it tightly with aluminum foil, and allow it to rest at room temperature for 20 minutes. Step 5: While your roast is resting, in a saucepan on the stove bring your House of Meats Au Jus ( you may add the drippings from the roast ) to a boil and then reduce to simmer. Step 6: Remove the strings and slice the fillet thickly. Serve and enjoy! Tips: If a serving is too rare for one of your guests, simply hold their piece of Prime Rib in your simmering Au Jus for the count of 10. This will cook the meat and remove the rareness while the meat will remain moist and tender. They will think you are a culinary genius! Previous Next

< Back House of Meats: Turkey Chops Prep Time: 2 hours Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves: 1 Level: Easy About the Recipe House of Meats Bone In - All White Meat Turkey Chops are cut from Premium Turkey Breasts and may be prepared marinated and grilled or breaded and baked. Ingredients House of Meats - Bone In Turkey Chops Apple Cider Vinegar or Dry White Wine Brown Sugar or Honey Olive Oil Worchester or Soy Sauce Seasoning for your marinade: Thyme, Black Pepper, Minced Garlic, Crushed Red Pepper, and Sea Salt. Resalable Plastic Bags. Note: All of the products will direct to House of Meats - Maumee location. Please make sure to change the location to your home House of Meats store! Preparation Step 1: MARINADE: Prepare a marinade to your tastes. Prepare enough to marinate your House of Meats Turkey Chops. Add to a mixing bowl Apple Cider Vinegar or Dry White Wine, stir Brown Sugar or Honey, and finally seasonings to your taste as Thyme, Crushed Red Pepper, Black Pepper, Sea Salt, or Minced Garlic. Be creative. Stir in a small amount of olive oil until the marinade is the consistency of smooth paste. Step 2: Pat the Turkey Chops lightly with paper towels so they are dry. Put the marinade in a resealable plastic bag and add the chops to the bag. Squeeze the bag lightly to coat the chops and remove as much air as possible and seal the top. Step 3: Place the chops in the refrigerator and let them marinate for 1 to 8 hours, the longer the better. Step 4: GRILLING: Preheat your grill to medium heat. Place the chops on the hot grill and cook them for about 3 minutes per side or until the internal temperature of the turkey chops reaches 165 degrees. DO NOT OVERCOOK. Serve with grilled potatoes and vegetables. Previous Next

< Back House of Meats: Busy Day Soup Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Serves: 6 Level: Beginner About the Recipe Busy Day Soup is perfect for those busy weeknights. It’s quick to make and requires little effort. Who loves easy recipes? Rich and savory broth, tender pasta, and loads of veggies and beef in each bite. An easy soup recipe your family will love! It's quick to make and takes little effort. Perfect for those busy weeknights. All meat items are available at House of Meats. Ingredients 1 lb House of Meats Choice Black Angus - 90% Lean Ground Chuck 1 Packet of Onion Soup Mix 1 ¾ cups Frozen Mixed Vegetables 5 cups Water 1 28 oz. Can Diced Tomatoes 1 cup Macaroni, uncooked Note: All of the products will direct to House of Meats - Maumee location. Please make sure to change the location to your home House of Meats store! Preparation Step 1: In a large soup pot, brown ground beef. Drain fat. Step 2: Pour in water, onion soup mix and tomatoes with juice. Simmer for 1 hour on medium low. Step 3: Add macaroni and frozen vegetables. Cook 15 minutes longer on medium heat. Serve hot. Step 4: TOPPINGS FOR BUSY DAY SOUP: Sprinkle with fresh parsley or even Italian seasoning for color and flavor. Shred and sprinkle cheese that adds a nice cheesy flavor. Add on some crackers or even crunchy croutons to soak up the savory broth. Splash of hot sauce to elevate the heat factor. Slow Cooker Method: You can also make Busy Day Soup in the slow cooker. Cook the ground beef first on the stove. Add all the ingredients except the pasta to the slow cooker. Cook on low heat for 6 hours. Add in the uncooked pasta when there is only 30 minutes left of cooking time. Previous Next

< Back House of Meats: Beer Battered Cod Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 4 minutes per batch Serves: 4 to 6 Level: Easy to Moderate About the Recipe This Beer Battered Cod is a crispy, golden delight with a light, airy batter that perfectly complements the tender, flaky fish. Using beer in the batter creates a delicate crunch, while deep frying locks in flavor and moisture. Serve with tartar sauce for a classic, pub-style fish dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Ingredients 2 lbs. House of Meats Cod Fillets or Cod Loins 1 ¼ cups Flour ½ tsp Salt 1 Egg, separated 12 oz Beer (stale beer works best) 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil Oil for Deep Frying Extra Flour for Dredging Tartar Sauce (optional) Preparation Step 1: In a large bowl, sift together flour and salt . Step 2: Make a well in the center and add the egg yolk and half of the beer . Whisk gradually, drawing in the flour to form a smooth paste. Step 3: Stir in the remaining beer and vegetable oil , being careful not to overmix. Cover and let the batter rest for 15 to 30 minutes . Step 4: Meanwhile, heat the deep-frying oil to 375°F . Step 5: Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel and cut them into 4-inch pieces . Step 6: Beat the egg white until very foamy, then gently fold it into the batter. Step 7: Working in batches, dredge each piece of fish in flour , shaking off excess. Step 8: Dip each floured fillet into the batter, coating evenly. Step 9: Carefully place the fish in the hot oil and fry for about 4 minutes , or until golden brown and crispy. Step 10: Remove the fish from the oil and drain on paper towels. Keep warm while frying the remaining pieces. Step 11: Serve hot with tartar sauce , if desired. Previous Next

< Back House of Meats: Air Fryer Boneless Wings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves: 4 Level: Beginner About the Recipe House of Meats Marinated Boneless Wings are ready to go! They may be prepared "as is" or breaded as described. If you choose not to bread your wings proceed to the cooking process.** Ingredients 1 lb Of your favorite House of Meats Marinated Boneless Wings. Serves 4 2 Eggs 1 cup Flour ½ tsp Garlic Powder , if desired ½ tsp Salt , if desired Olive Oil Spray or your favorite spray oil Note: All of the products will direct to House of Meats - Maumee location. Please make sure to change the location to your home House of Meats store! Preparation Step 1: House of Meats Marinated Boneless Wings may be prepared breaded as described or “as is”. If you choose not to bread your wings proceed to the cooking process.** Step 2: In a shallow bowl whisk together the 2 Eggs. Add House of Meats Marinated Boneless Wings to the egg mix. Step 3: In a separate shallow bowl or zip-lock bag mix together the flour, garlic, and salt. Step 4: Prepare just enough to fill the Air Fryer, do not work ahead. Remove the boneless wings from the egg , let excess to drip off and add to the flour mixture. Toss until boneless wings are coated with flour. Step 5: **Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 degrees. Spray the basket with the Olive Oil and add the egg and flour coated wings to the basket leaving some space between them Lightly spray with oil and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, turn and cook for an additional 7 to 10 minutes. Internal temperature should reach 165 degrees. Step 6: Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and celery. Previous Next

< Back House of Meats: Pork Country Style Ribs with Kraut Prep Time: Cook Time: Serves: Level: Beginner About the Recipe House of Meats Pork Country Style Ribs are meaty ribs cut from the shoulder. The meat to bone ratio favors heavily on the side of meat, so they are a good value. The best preparation is low and slow cooking. Pork Country Style Ribs are available from HOM bone in or boneless. The meat is tender, flavorful, and falls off the bone when cooked properly. This recipe the ribs are seasoned, seared, and then slow baked with sauerkraut and apples until they are fork tender for a delicious Comfort Food dinner for not only on New Year's Day, but any day of the year. Ingredients 3 to 4 pounds - House of Meats Bone In or Boneless Pork Country Style Ribs . 1 1/2 tsp. - Kosher Salt. 1 tsp. - Black Pepper. 1 tsp. - Garlic Powder. 1 tsp. - Smoked Paprika. 2 tbsp. - Vegetable Oil for browning. 1 medium - Sweet Onion, Chopped. 2 medium - Sweet Apples, peeled, cored, and chopped. Honeycrisp or EverCrisp apples are excellent choices. 32 oz jar - Sauerkraut with caraway seeds (optional), drained. 3/4 cup - Apple Cider Note: All of the products will direct to House of Meats - Maumee location. Please make sure to change the location to your home House of Meats store! Preparation Step 1: Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Step 2: Remove ribs from packaging and blot dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, garlic, and smoked paprika. Liberally season ribs with combined spics. Step 4: Heat oil in a large skillet over med high heat, until oil begins to shimmer. Add seasoned ribs and brown on all sides. Remove ribs as they are done and lay in a single layer in a roasting pan or Dutch Oven. Step 5: Top ribs with sauerkraut and spread evenly over the ribs. Top sauerkraut with onions and then apples, also spreading evenly. Step 6: Pour cider over the top. Cover and bake in oven, 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the ribs are fork tender. Step 7: Serve with Mashed Potatoes and Apple Sauce. ENJOY! Previous Next

< Back House of Meats: Toledo's Best Fresh Homemade Kielbasa Prep Time: No prep! Cook Time: See Instructions for Cooking Time Serves: 3 to 4 Level: Beginner About the Recipe Try Toledo's Best Fresh Homemade Kielbasas at any House of Meats location! Perfect for special occasions, holidays, or everyday dinners! Ingredients House of Meats - Toledo's Best Homemade Kielbasa Two links, approximately 1.25 lbs. serves three to four. 8 oz. House of Meats Horsy Sauce Enough for about 5 to 6 lbs. of Kielbasa Note: All of the products will direct to House of Meats - Maumee location. Please make sure to change the location to your home House of Meats store! Preparation Step 1: Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F. Step 2: Place Kielbasa in a baking dish, add 1/2 inch of water, cover with foil, and bake for approximately 30 minutes. Step 3: Remove foil, drain, and bake for an additional 15 minutes to brown. Step 4: Slice in one-inch pieces at an angle and serve with House of Meats Horsy Sauce. Previous Next

< Back House of Meats: Pork Baby Back Ribs - In the Oven Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes Serves: 6 Level: Beginner About the Recipe This is a great rib recipe that can be made in just over an hour, full of flavor, with rib meat that falls off the bone! Ingredients 3 Slabs House of Meats Pork Baby Back Ribs , approximately 9 to 10 lbs. Serves 6 with a 1/2 Slab per person. Buy House of Meats Grab N' Go Pork Baby Back Ribs and save. 1 Bottle Thick BBQ Sauce We suggest Sweet Baby Rays , Gertie’s or Mississippi 1 Rib Rub We suggest House of Meats Rib Rub or House of Meats Dad’s Seasoning Heavy Duty Foil Note: All of the products will direct to House of Meats - Maumee location. Please make sure to change the location to your home House of Meats store! Preparation Step 1: After opening the package of House of Meats Baby Back Ribs trim the back of the ribs and season well with rib rub. Step 2: Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Step 3: Wrap your ribs tightly in aluminum foil, no holes. Place on a baking pan to catch any drips. Bake for about 1 hour. Step 4: After about one hour, peel the foil back and check the ribs. When they appear done, remove from the foil wrap and place on a foil lined oven pan to broil. Swab on BBQ sauce on both sides. Pre-heat broiler. Step 5: This is a critical step. Place directly under the broiler. WATCH YOUR RIBS CLOSELY! DO NOT LET THEM BURN. Broil for 5 minutes, then turn, and broil for an additional 5 minutes. Step 6: Your ribs are ready to serve. Cut between bones and enjoy. Serve with House of Meats Cole Slaw or Potato Salad. Don’t forget the Corn on the Cob. Previous Next

< Back House of Meats: Choice Black Angus Rump Roast Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 3 hour and 40 minutes Serves: 6 Level: Beginner About the Recipe This roast is perfect for a special occasion or a Sunday dinner with family and friends. The seasoning blend adds a lovely depth of flavor to the meat, while the slow roasting ensures a tender and juicy roast that is sure to please everyone at the table. Ingredients 3 lbs - House of Meats Choice Black Angus Boneless Rump Roast 3 Cloves of Garlic , minced 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary, chopped finely (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary ) 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme, chopped finely (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme) 2 tsp Kosher Salt 2 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper ¼ cup Olive Oil Preparation Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Step 2: In a small bowl, combine the garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper. Stir in the olive oil until well combined. Let mixture rest for 5 -10 minutes so the herbs soften and the oil takes on their flavor. Step 3: Rub the herb mixture all over roast, making sure it’s completely covered. Step 4: Place roast in roasting pan and cook for 30 minutes to brown the outside. Step 5: Reduce the oven temperature to 225°F and continue cooking for 1 ½ to 2 hours or until an internal temperature reads 135 – 150° F, depending on your desired level of doneness. Step 6: Remove the roast from the oven and cover with it aluminum foil. Let the roast rest for 15-30 minutes before serving. Slice and serve. Leftovers make delicious Beef Manhattans. Previous Next