Lox is one of those cuts of meat that sound very interesting and may not be immediately obvious when you first hear about them. But for those with Germanic, Nordic, or Ashkenazi ancestry, the word may be very familiar. In fact, this is a type of salmon meat ! It’s commonly served on sandwiches, bagels, …
Salmon is one of the most delicious types of fish you can ever find. It’s also very simple to cook and eat, as there are no pesky small bones to pick from your teeth. Despite the high price, salmon is really one of the best choices for anyone looking to eat fish, both for flavor …
So you’re in the mood for a delicious batch of stuffed peppers and can’t wait to get your taste buds on them. In an effort to get a really nice presentation going on (and variety), you get that beautiful 3 or 4 colored bell pepper pack and get cooking. Except some of them are a …
Eggplants. Despite the name, they’re not really eggs nor do they look like an egg. More interesting, they’re almost always a beautiful, glossy shade of deep, dark purple. So why are eggplants called eggplants then ? And why are eggplants purple ? Why are some eggplants white ? Is there any difference between them, or …
Bell pepper is a mainstay in Western cuisine, especially when it comes to very hearty, filling dishes. It’s also commonly found alongside its brothers, the hot peppers. But like hot peppers, bell peppers are part of the nightshade family, along with tomatoes and eggplants. Some folks are allergic to all nightshades, so a bell pepper …
When you go to make your favorite bell pepper recipe, you always end up carving out the seeds and the whitish membrane. It’s something you’ve seen your parents and grandparents and chefs all over the world doing. It may not even be something you’ve actively thought about before. But can you eat pepper seeds ? …
Stuffed bell peppers are a delicious family meal that just screams fall, chilly weather, and a warm home. So how do you make sure you get the best stuffed peppers out there ? You cook them perfectly ! But, as you know, getting the perfect stuffed bell isn’t as easy as it sounds. The biggest …
If you’ve ever been to a grocery store you’ve definitely seen all the beautiful colors bell peppers can express. You can find them in colored sets, or buy dozens of your favorite color of bell pepper ! But why are bell peppers so many different colors ? Does this mean anything in regards to taste …
Have you ever wondered why there are so many onion varieties to choose from ? After all, they’re all just onions and they end up tasting mostly the same. Do the different colors bring subtle notes in each onion type ? As it turns out, differently colored onions do have different flavors, though it’s not …
Have you ever wondered what makes onions so pungent ? There’s got to be something that makes them stand out form the veggie crows. And we have a sneaking suspicion that whatever makes them so strong-smelling is also making them so flavorful. So why are onions so strong ? Why do they make us cry …
By this point we think everyone’s had watermelon at least once in their life. Some like it, some hate it, but we all know what a watermelon looks like. For such a juicy and delicious fruit, it’s fairly cheap and it can feed you for days. But why are watermelons red ? Specifically, why is …
If you’re dying for a summery treat you’re likely thinking of something watermelon-based. That’s understandable, everything about this fruit just screams summer. It’s also mostly water, so it’s incredibly refreshing in the summer heat. Ah but summer is still so far away… Or, maybe you can’t stand watermelon and are simply looking for something that …
When it comes to tomato sauce, you’d think they’re all the same. In the end, they’re tomato-based and that’s that. But oh boy do they differ ! Tomatoes are an amazing base for a sauce, but there are some many things you can do with them that it’s really a shame to class them all …
You’re making your own tomato sauce at home, and you’re really proud of yourself. Whether you’re going to use it after cooking or can it for later, you’re left with a simmering pot. Should you put a lid on it, or leave it uncovered ? There are pros and cons for each choice, but which …
Have you you ever stared at the veggie aisle, wondering why there’s so many types of each vegetable ? Well of course it’s great, but there’s so many types of tomatoes and cucumber and lettuce and corn and… well, how do they all differ ? Specifically today, why are tomatoes to many different colors ? …
Pizza is part of our lives, one way or another. Whenever we’re feeling like ordering food, we often look at a pizza place even if we order something else. Or we maybe have some frozen pizza in the freezer, as a backup plan. Or maybe it’s what we throw parties with, since it’s cheap and …
Are you just starting to make your own tomato sauce at home ? You can end up saving a small fortune, but the main takeaway is the satisfaction of knowing you made it. And you can cook a large batch, can it for later, and enjoy for months to come. What do you do when …
If you’re making your own pizza at home then you’re likely also making the pizza sauce. A commendable endeavor, but you’ve probably noticed it’s not so easy to get right. You’d think something based on tomatoes would be pretty simple, right ? Well, that’s probably where most people go wrong. Underestimating the complexity of a …
When contemplating pizza and its many toppings, some thoughts come to mind. Such as how delicious it is, how the crust can be either boring or amazing (with filling), and the sheer amount of flavor options is sometimes overwhelming. Pizza is invariably good. Even bad pizza is good, especially if you have some extra sauce …
Fallen in love with pizza and looking to make your own at home ? That’s actually a very common situation, and we’re glad you’re taking matters into your own hands. However you’ve likely noticed some difference between your home made pizza and the delivery you get. Is it the sauce maybe ? Do you have …