We’re big fans of lard, butter, coconut oil, and olive oil. We try to eat a clean diet without processed foods. I make our bread, tortillas, stocks and broths, etc. We feel great since making the switch.
Do you think that source is accurate about the the homemade Lard?
The trouble with commercial lard is that it is usually hydrogenated, so it will store better. Unfortunately, as with ultra-pasteurized milk and cream that doesn’t need to be refrigerated until opened, hydrogenation is bad for you.
So if you use lard, it’s best if it is homemade, or pay a little extra to get the good stuff.
I did go as far as finding out what days the local supermarket butcher could give me the best quality pork fat for free, but I haven’t yet gotten around to making it.
Beans and rice have become a large part of my diet for economic reasons, and I do intend on looking into homemade lard to brighten up the beans.
I know that the store bought lard didn’t add much, but this homemade stuff sounds like a whole new ballgame.
The stuff in the stores is phony an is hydrogenated which is a transfat not a true Saturated fat like Lard.
Some think Crisco is Lard which it is not, it is made from Cotton seed oil this is the stuff that caused heart disease.