Shallots may be a little confusing, but what about shallot greens ? If you’re even a little familiar with shallots, you’ll know they taste like a cross between an onion and garlic, and a little bit watery. Naturally, they grow long, thin leaves, just like onions and garlic. You may be wondering if those nice …
Coriander is one of the most popular herbs, and definitely one you’ve encountered at least once. Because of its distinct flavor, it is used in the entire world. From curries, sauces, dips to desserts, this beautiful aromatic herb can be used in so many ways. The taste of coriander has always been very subjective. People …
Diving into the world of herbs and spices opens up endless exciting possibilities. However, as you are likely well aware, not every plant is edible. In some cases, only certain parts of a plant are edible. Cilantro is a delicious herb that is used in many different cuisines. However, you may be wondering if its …
Parsley and coriander are some of the most common herbs you can use in cooking. Not only are they delicious and full of flavor, they’re also incredibly confusing. Often folks can’t tell the difference between parsley and coriander, and that’s reasonable. They look very similar and they’re used in similar ways, so what sets them …
Do you have a bunch of parsley at home and don’t know how long it will last ? No worries, we’ve got you covered. Parsley is a very common garnishing herb, but it’s also full of flavor so you’re going to find it in cooked foods as well. As great as parsley is, it doesn’t …
Curly parsley is a commonly available garnishing herb. Now, its flat leaf cousin Flat Parsley is also in the reckoning, with a stronger flavor and more crunchy texture. It’s also known as Italian parsley. Both curly parsley and flat parsley have been popular as seasoning and garnishing herbs across the western cuisine. At one time, …
Have you ever been confused by celery ? Don’t worry, many people have. Not only is celery a very flavorful food item, it’s also divided people. You either love it or hate it, and there is no in between. Well, today we’re going to find out just what celery is, and hopefully clear up a …
Do you have a lot of celery root on your hands ? Even if you have just one piece, it can last you for several meals, depending on what you’re cooking. In this case, you will need to store it and make sure it doesn’t spoil. This post is meant to help you store it …
Parsley is an amazing herb, both for garnishing meals and for providing extra flavor. You’ve most likely had it without even knowing, it’s in so may dishes. Some folks may wonder if parsley can be eaten raw, as most of the time you see it in its cooked form. So this is what we’ve set …
Are you noticing white spots on parsley sitting in your herb garden? Parsley is a wonderful herb to grow at home. The refreshing flavor and aroma of the plant is simply amazing. Although it is a low maintenance and non-fussy plant, sometimes it suffers from certain problems like white and light brown spots on the …
Did anyone ever tell you a tomato is a berry ? And did you agree ? We think no one ever agrees with that statement. And still, it’s true. But why, why is a tomato a berry when everyone knows berries are really different from vegetables ? Well, the truth lies rather in the lack …
Celery is a staple in most kitchens, and you will see it in everything from lunches to soups. It’s an inexpensive way to add nutrients and flavor to a meal. The taste is quite different than most other herbs, so not everyone likes it. Lots of questions surround the best way to use it in …
When cooking you always have the option of adding spices or herbs your food, and this always adds a ton of flavor. But what about celery leaves ? Sometimes you add them and they don’t cook through, or maybe you added them to a nice salad. Can you eat them raw, or do they have …
Are you wondering whether cauliflower is albino broccoli ? They are both of the same species: brassica. Cauliflower and broccoli are, in other terms, immature flowers of cabbage. Though immature, they are nutritious and have their uniqueness. It is this uniqueness that makes most people confused about whether they are the same or not. The …
If you’ve ever had green peas then you might’ve had them frozen, if not canned. Never fresh though. And this is something that once you notice you simply can’t forget. Isn’t it odd, how you never find fresh green peas ? Is there something wrong with fresh peas, or are frozen peas simply better ? …
Asparagus is one of those vegetables that has been around since practically forever. There are ancient roman manuals on how to grow and harvest asparagus, if you can believe. But is asparagus roman ? Where did asparagus first appear ? And how did we get to the asparagus we know today, and where does that …
Asparagus is a delicious yet expensive food, and folks have been raving about it since forever. Whenever you get to actually cooking asparagus, you find yourself snapping the thicker ends off. But do we need to do that ? Do we really need to snap the end of asparagus stalks off ? Are they really …
Carrots are in everyone’s kitchen and part of pretty much ever food possible, along with onions, tomatoes, potatoes and fragrant herbs. And if you’ve ever handled a carrot you may have wondered why carrots are always so consistently orange, at all times, in all their forms. That’s a lot of pigment. You may have also …
Asparagus is amazing and is known to be kind of an expensive vegetable, and for good reason. Aside from its many health benefits the flavor is great on its own and goes perfectly with pretty much any meat. It’s amazingly expensive though, and we’re all wondering just why that is. Well, a little digging around …
Raw mushrooms may sound like a bad idea, but really how bad are they ? Can you actually eat raw mushrooms ? Are they safe ? If yes, what mushrooms can you eat ? This is what we’re aiming to answer today, and hopefully get a really good understanding of just why folks are averse …