Introduction: 10 Reasons Why You Should Cook With Lard

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While lard may be an animal fat that is rich in cholesterol, it can actually be good for you. Lard has 20% less fat than butter, doesn't contain any trans fat, and contains lots of monosaturated fats that can decrease the low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL) that has been linked to heart disease.