Halloween is that very special time of year when everyone is a child, even the parents. You’re either giving out candy, or receiving it. But whichever side you find yourself on, you’re always going to much on a few pieces before 9 PM. But what’s so different about Halloween candies ? Everyone seems to complain …
Brown sugar is a common ingredient in recipes that call for an extra dose of flavor. It also blends into doughs and cakes a little better than white sugar, and offers a chewy texture. There are different brown sugar versions on the market, but one thing that all have in common is their color. Why …
As fall rapidly approaches – summer is ending in a month, you know – our minds turn to rusty leaves, cool air, pumpkins and the ever-present spice mix that’s in everything, everywhere. We’re big fans of that, feel free to judge us. One thing that’s always in that spice mix is cinnamon, no matter what …
Pumpkin season is well on its way, and if you’re any sort of Halloween lover, or general autumn enthusiast, you’re already checking pumpkin patches for growth. This is great, because you get to witness the little guys turning from tiny flowers at the base of the plant into big, orange squashes that are just waiting …
Coconut flour is often touted as a great way to add variety to your baked goods, and a way to add a nice coconut flavor without adding a coconut filling. But because most recipes are formulated for regular white flour, using coconut flour means a different result. So you might have a lot of questions …
Coconut water is delicious in its own way, though it’s not all that well known in places where coconuts aren’t abundant. And because of that, it may even spark some confusion among many possible customers. One of the most confusing things about coconut water is its varying degrees of pink. Sometimes it’s there, sometimes it’s …
Bacon is everyone’s favorite it it just screams breakfast at you. Of course, you can have it any other moment of the day and it’s just as good but there’s just something about morning bacon, right ? So, if you’re like most people and want more than a couple of slices of bacon on your …
The air fryer sounds like a great invention, and it really is ! However the name is a little bit misleading, since by name alone you’d think you don’t need to add any oil at all. After all it’s an AIR fryer. Well, you do need the slightest bit of oil, otherwise your food will …
Risotto is one amazingly simple yet fancy rice dish, and like all rice dishes it’s very easy to misjudge how much you’re making. One moment you think a cup of uncooked rice is fine, the next thing you know you’ve got leftovers. Rice is sneaky like that. So, you’ve got leftovers, and some really nice …
Pasta is the go-to meal for busy weeknights, and it’s always a delicious experience. So delicious and convenient you want to repeat it the next day ! Maybe even bring it into work for lunch. And then you have to reheat it. But can you reheat pasta ? When you look at it it’s such …
Nachos are delicious and they’re always welcome, it doesn’t have to be a game night. So, what do you do if you’ve got this big, delicious plate of nachos all set up and half of it turns into leftovers ? Can you even reheat nachos ? Will they taste the same ? Won’t they get …
Tortilla chips are delicious, crispy, and always seem to be in endless supply. Until you reach into the bag and poof, there’s nothing waiting for you there. There’s also the case of people who would rather eat something else than tortilla chips in a macho dish, or they just want to switch things up a …
Ketchup is one of those condiments no one thinks about yet everyone has at least two bottles of it: one sweet, one spicy. It’s in everything, and in every diner, it comes with every pizza box, and it’s one of the first things you reach for when that burger tastes sub-par. And one thing is …
Pasta sauce is always a tough choice: should you go for red or white pasta ? Both have their pros and cons, and it’s hard to settle on just one sauce. There are people who love both sauces and people who really can’t stand one or the other, so deciding on the one sauce can …
If you’re having a Mexican-themed lunch or dinner, you’re likely debating whether to go for the better-known salsa, or try out pico de gallo. Most people have heard of or have had some form of salsa, but many are unfamiliar with pico de gallo and thus may be unsure which would pair best with dinner. …
Zucchini flowers may not be the first thing you think of when we say ‘summer’ but they’re a fresh, delicious summer treat and it’d be a shame to miss out on them. For the longest time we had no idea zucchini had flowers, nor that you could even buy them. They’re a bright yellow burst …
Going to the movies is always a fun experience, even when the movie itself isn’t all that great. Why ? Because you’ve got the buttery magic of popcorn, that’s why ! This is something almost no one skips when going to the movies: a generous helping of popcorn, and some soda to wash it down. …
The way we cook our food is a key element in how good our food will be, aside from ingredient quality. Knowing how to use each ingredient, how to clean it, what to peel, and what to cut greatly improves food in general. Today we’re taking a look at rice, and the age-old dilemma of …
Rice is such a kitchen staple you rarely give it a second thought. It’s always there, in some way or another, and it’s always easy to recognize on supermarket shelves, no matter what kind you’re buying. But sometimes you just have to stop and wonder about your food, ask questions that seem simple but reveal …
Rice pilaf sounds like an exotic and complicated rice dish, but in truth it’s really not that hard to make. And in terms of ‘exotic’, it’s not that exotic either, since most countries have some sort of pilaf recipe in their traditional dishes. Even so, pilaf is still a wonderfully delicious rice dish that manages …