Cranberries are a delicious ingredient to use in cooking and baking. Not to mention, they’re a succulent treat all by themselves! Cranberries are known not only for their deep red color but also for their sweet and tart taste. These little red berries are also highly nutritional and are an excellent source of antioxidants. If …
Bananas are tasty, healthy fruits that are great on their own, or as an ingredient in delicious recipes like banana bread or smoothies. However, they can go past their best very quickly, and turn into a mushy, gross mess if you aren’t careful. But just because your bananas are going past their peak, it doesn’t …
Cream cheese is so good. It goes well in so many different things, savory or sweet. It can be an ingredient in a dish or can be used as a spread all on its own. I pretty much always have access to cream cheese at home – it’s a kitchen staple. The one and only …
Cucumber is a really great vegetable included in your meals. You can easily eat it by itself as a quick snack with some dips. Yet, you can use it in salads, sandwiches, soups, and you can infuse water with them. Overall, the cucumber is a really versatile, healthy and crunchy vegetable to always have in …
Brussels sprouts potentially have the worst reputation of all vegetables. Many people, including those who have not eaten them, see them as a gross, leafy ball with an off-putting odor and a bad taste. Because of this, wherever they are served, there is always a vocal sect of people who will avoid them if possible. …
If you’re unsure that your pork chops are cooked, here’s a quick and simple way to guarantee that your pork chops are juicy, soft, and cooked to perfection. When prepared properly, pork chops are the highlight of the meal. Pork that is overcooked or undercooked, however, has the potential to ruin the entire dinner. How …
You’ve probably seen papayas, a tropical fruit, in the supermarket but never bought any. They have a huge, melon-like size and flesh that is delicious and orange in hue. You may have experienced it even if you weren’t aware of it because they are frequently used in Caribbean and Asian cuisines. It is not a …
There are many reasons why you might want to freeze certain dishes or ingredients in today’s fast-paced world. For one thing, many of us are meal-preppers, and preparing meals ahead of time often means storing them in the freezer for maximum preservation. Another reason for freezing produce is that fresh produce often goes off in …
Scallops, like oysters, clams, and mussels, are members of the bivalve mollusk family of shellfish. They are composed of fleshy muscle wedged between two shells, attached to one another via hinge. The muscle allows the scallop to “swim” across the ocean floor by opening and closing the shells. The scalloped muscle has a spherical form. …
Carrots are not only tasty, but they’re also high in nutrients, namely vitamins A, C, and K, as well as potassium and fiber. Plus, an old wives’ tale claims that carrots can help you see in the dark! Additionally, carrots are regularly used in cooking. As a result, these vegetables are a staple in many …
