We have an entire article about why basil can taste bitter, but why pesto tastes bitter is different since there are more ingredients to it, not only pesto. Yea, the basil having a bitter taste can be one of the reasons for it, but it is not the most common reason for the bitter taste in …
Cashes are a very common food item and there’s so much you can do with them, but sometime we can’t use our entire stock. So we wonder, can cashews go bad ? If so, what signs should you look for ? This is what we’ll be talking about in this post, and also give you …
Have you ever woke up in the morning and craved a good peanut butter for your breakfast, only to find out that your jar of peanut butter is watery? This can be off-putting because you need an extra effort to stir it back, or it is actually its texture and will not thicken anything you …
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 …
Walnuts are a common ingredient during the cold season, but especially in the fall months. Once the cold kicks in a little, your walnut tree is dropping fruit left and right. So naturally, you’re going to pick up all of those beauties and use them. Once you start cracking them, you realize a few of …
If you’ve ever cut open a peach you’ve noticed its pit. It looks wrinkly, with a few tiny holes, and a lot like an overgrown almond. Well, is it an almond ? Or are peaches and almonds just related ? There’s a common element between almonds and peaches, and we’re going to explore it today. …
Sesame seeds are everywhere, and as often as you see them you might not really notice them. On burger buns, on pastries, on breads, on breadsticks, in some ice cream varieties, in sesame oil, on sushi, part of a dessert filling, and so on. Normally the only sesame we knew of was the plain ‘ol …
If you’re all out of sesame seeds then you’re likely bummed. Sesame seeds add a much needed kick to many baked goods and even some meals. Not adding many would lead to a much plainer existence. So let’s take a look at the many sesame seed substitutes out there. We’re assuming you can’t find any …
Coconut water is a real treat, and it’s been hyped as a healthy alternative to plain water. Some folks have gone as far as trying to replace their water intake with coconut water, but that’s a pretty expensive habit. What do you do when your favorite drink or recipe calls for coconut water, but you …
Are you allergic to coconut, or just don’t like the flavor at all ? Or maybe you love coconut but can’t stand the texture, or may you just can’t find any ? Whatever the case, you’ve got a recipe calling for shredded coconut and you’re unable to use it. You can either ditch the recipe, …
If you’re on a gluten-free diet or simply want to try another flour, almond flour is the most common option. It’s gluten-free and fairly easy to get a hold of. Unless you’re doing large amounts of baking each day, almond flour doesn’t end up that expensive, given how little you need at a time. So …
If you’re making hummus at home, then you’re in for a real treat. The beauty of making anything at home is that you can make it exactly the way you like it ! And when it comes to hummus, it means you can make big, big batches of delicious hummus, exactly the way you like …
Looking for some sunflower seed substitutes ? While you may think they’re unique (they are), they can actually be substituted with a number of common, easily accessible nuts and seeds. What you need the sunflower seeds for will determine which of these substitutes you’re going to use. Keep in mind that you can use several …
Homemade hummus is always tricky to make, especially when you expect the exact same quality and texture as the smooth ones in the store. For one thing, industrial blenders are way stronger than anything meant for home use. But what else is missing ? Why does hummus usually end up bland ? Are there any …
If you’re just starting out with Middle Eastern cuisine, then you’ve probably run into the words tahini and hummus, often together. You may have a vague idea of what they are, but can’t really tell them apart. That’s understandable, especially when you haven’t had much experience with either. So today we’re going to discuss these …
Almond milk is one those amazing milk alternatives that makes whatever you’re eating or drinking that much more delicious. It goes with pretty much anything, and makes nutty sweets even better ! You may have noticed almond milk is double or almost triple the price of dairy milk. Which sounds a bit weird, because it’s …
If you like the idea of adding walnuts to your baked goods and other recipes, you surely prefer to buy a large batch of nuts and use them as needed. However, using some and storing the leftovers comes with a concern – how long do walnuts last? If you are wondering how long can you …
Coconuts are surely one of the most amazing tropical wonders packing up health and flavor at the same time. That hard exterior has a refreshing punch inside. There’s also chewy meat that can be eaten raw or added into a whole bunch of treats – shredded, chopped, or powdered. But just like most other fruits …
If you’ve ever dreamed of stocking your cabinets with countless bags of sweet, green pistachios, you are not alone! …Okay, maybe you’re a bit alone… that’s a LOT of pistachios, people! But, we can understand the sentiment! Pistachios are delicious, salty sweet nuts that are just so fun to eat thanks to their slightly open …