Radishes are perhaps not the most common vegetable on our plates, but half the reason for this is its on again, off again spiciness. Radishes are delicious in their own way, but they sometimes have an unexpected kick that can completely catch you off guard. So let’s see why radishes are spicy (when they are) …
Risotto and pilaf are two of the three main ways of cooking rice. And since rice is such a staple in most pantries, it’s important to know the distinctions of each method. Today we’re comparing pilaf to risotto, see how these two methods differ in their key points, and how both use the starch in …
So many kinds of peppercorns out there and it’s so easy to get overwhelmed trying to understand them all. Today we’re tackling red peppercorns, and also discussing how they’re different from pink peppercorns and Sichuan peppercorns, and how to tell all of these apart. What are red peppercorns ? Red peppercorns are the mature fruit …
Black peppercorns are what most people know and what most people think of when they see a recipe calls for pepper. But there are a few other options, and one of the is green peppercorns. This means there’s got to be some differences between green and black peppercorns, so here they are and what they’re …
Green peppers are a common item alongside many dishes, and often they’re found in dishes that are supposed to be hot. But as far as you know, green peppers are not ripe, and so are they even spicy ? Would a green pepper be sweet ? Is there a difference between a green hot pepper …
When you’re cooking fish you know it’s a whole different game than poultry or beef. Fish is more fragile, is easier to overcook, and it might not sit well with everyone. But cod is one so the most common fish on the market so it’s very likely you’re cooking cod if you’re having fish. And …
Salmon is perhaps the first fish that comes to anyone’s mind when you say you’re having fish for dinner. But there are so many other delicious fish out there that it’s a shame to not explore them. So today we’re taking a look at salmon substitutes, and focusing on the fish that do resemble salmon …
Rainbow trout is one of the most common fish you can find, and it’s a great option when you can’t really go down the salmon route. One of the most common questions about rainbow trout (or any fish, really) is whether it has bones. Fish bones are beyond annoying, and they can quickly put you …
Adding more fish into your daily diet can be quite tricky, especially if you don’t have the time or disposition to cook fish. So that leaves you with canned fish, tuna being the most common (and delicious). You may be wondering though, does tuna have any bones in it ? Is there a difference between …
Wondering why fresh tuna is so much more expensive than canned tuna ? Is it really the same fish, in the can and in the steak ? How is canned tuna any different, and is fresh tuna overpriced ? Well it turns out there’s quite a difference between canned and fresh tuna, and it’s not …
Asparagus is delicious yet temperaments, and sometimes even the best of cooks can get a bad batch of stringy asparagus. Sometimes it’s the cook, sometimes it’s the veggie. So let’s take a look at why asparagus is stringy sometimes, and what you can do about it. Why is asparagus stringy ? Cooked asparagus can be …
Beans, absolutely filling and delicious, but they don’t sit well with everyone. If you’re someone who likes beans (I do!) then you know that cooking your own beans, from dry, is a whole other story than canned beans. Oh canned beans are amazing in a pinch ad they save you so much time! But I …
The cold season is here and so are the preparations for the holiday menus. One of the staples is the green bean, whether it’s steamed and buttered, or in a casserole, or grilled, or fried, doesn’t matter. It just needs to be on the table. But most people either cook their green beans wrong, or …
Corn is possibly one of the best fall harvests, both because it’s easy to use in many dishes, and because it tastes so good. Unfortunately by the time the holidays come up the fresh corn is already dried and mostly ready to be turned into cornmeal. So your options are mostly canned corn, which is …
Brussel sprout season is fast approaching and figuring out how to make it taste delicious is… a task. Why are brussel sprouts bitter, and what can you do to make them taste better ? Is it true that modern brussel sprouts are milder than the ones grown 100 years ago ? What do you pair …
Cauliflower is a delicious and very nutritious veggie, and you might feel tempted to cook the entire head when you find a good looking one. But what if you get leftovers ? Can you reheat cauliflower ? And what if you’re meal prepping, does cauliflower reheat well and does it get mushy later on ? …
Wondering if grapefruit is really all that great ? It looks great, smells great, but oh wow that bitterness… why ? Why is grapefruit bitter, and what can be done to make it taste better ? Does peeling it really remove the problem ? Is adding sugar all you can ever do ? Let’s find …
Bitter orange juice is the bane of anyone’s morning, and really not what you’re looking forward to when you sit down for a nice brunch. So why is orange juice bitter ? Is there anything you can do about it ? Does it matter if it’s fresh or from a carton ? Does it matter …
The cold season is upon us, and so are the Thanksgiving recipes. Yes we all need to start early, especially if you want to test something before the big family dinner. And with this cold, spiced season come the many questions regarding storage, how long soemthing lasts, and whether it freezes well. Today we’re talking …
Tomatoes are a key ingredient in many dishes, and they’re available in many forms, including tomato paste and tomato sauce. You may be wondering how they’re any different, and which you should use in your cooking. The thing is, they are quite different but both are extremely versatile. Let’s take a look at tomato paste …
A good pot of stew is always welcome, and if that’s what you’re craving for dinner then you’re likely incredibly disappointed when and if it turns out bitter. Luckily this is an opportunity to learn why this can happen in the first place, and how to fix it if it happened. So let’s take a …