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Country Ham vs. City Ham: What’s the Difference?

Country ham and city ham may come from the same cut of pork, but they don’t taste much alike. One is the salty, deeply savory ham you might tuck into a biscuit; the other is the tender, juicy ham many people picture at a holiday table. The main difference is how they’re cured. Country ham […]

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How to Host Thanksgiving Without Cooking All Day

You can host Thanksgiving without spending the entire day cooking. The trick is to decide which parts of dinner actually need your attention, prepare or order the rest ahead of time, and work backward from the time you want everyone sitting at the table. A good Thanksgiving plan gives you less time at the stove […]

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Heat & Serve Holiday Meals: A Guide to Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter

Somewhere between the third pan that won’t fit in the oven and the moment you realize the turkey needs another hour, hosting a holiday dinner stops feeling like a celebration and starts feeling like logistics. Cracker Barrel prepares the holiday meal. You pick it up chilled and heat it at home when you’re ready to […]

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Fuel Your Summer Road Trip With Cracker Barrel

Summer is road trip season. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, visiting family, heading to the lake, or taking the long way just because the weather is too good not to, a little extra help with food and fuel can go a long way. That’s why Cracker Barrel is launching Fuel Your Summer Road Trip, […]

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