What to make for dinner? The question begs attention every day. Between work schedules, the kids’ after-school programs and walking the dog, making time for meals is hard. Pork to the rescue! Pork is one of the most versatile sources of protein available — and it won’t break the bank. Even the most picky of eaters can find favor with a pork recipe or two.
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But for how much? At around $4 a pound for ground pork, it’s easy to feed the whole family, plus make enough for leftovers. Ground pork can be used in a variety of dishes just like ground beef. And more good news — its high-nutrition content is great for growing kids and health-conscious families.
“Wee, wee, wee” all the way home
Rest assured your family is getting the nutrition they need. A serving size of ground pork has over 23 grams of protein, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Fat content depends on the percentage of lean meat you purchase. There is ground pork available upwards of 90% lean. Pork is also high in iron and B vitamins, according to registered dietitian Amber Pankonin in this video:
While pork can be cooked to your liking, the National Pork Board suggests cooking ground pork to an internal temperature of 160°F. So whether dinner tonight is spaghetti, tacos, burgers or even egg rolls (see recipe below), ground pork can truly save the day — and your grocery bill!
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