1784. Domestic Hints (Marbled Fat in Meat)
Why does the marbled appearance of fat in meat indicate that it is young and tender?
Because in young animals fat is dispersed through the muscles, but in old animals it is laid in masses on the outside of the flesh.
1785. Domestic Hints (White and Red Meat)
Why is some flesh white and other flesh red?
White flesh contains a larger proportion of albumen, (similar to the white of egg) than that which is red. The amount of blood retained in the flesh also influences its colour.
1786. Domestic Hints (Raw and Cooked Oysters)