Today I bought a pork shoulder from Walmart, planning to grind it for a recipe.

Why Grind Your Own Meat?

Grinding your own pork at home has several advantages:

• Freshness: You know exactly what’s in it — no fillers or additives.
• Flavor: Homemade ground pork is more flavorful and juicy than pre-packaged versions.
• Control: You can customize fat content depending on the recipe.

The Recipe

For today’s plan, I’m making a classic pork sausage mixture — ground pork, salt, black pepper, garlic, a pinch of paprika, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. The freshly ground pork binds beautifully with the seasonings, making it perfect for patties or stuffing into casings.