Crème Fraîche and Sour Cream: What’s the Difference?

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There are numerous types of cream, including crème fraîche and sour cream. Have you come across these ingredients in recipes, and wondered how they differ from one another? Read on for a discussion of the similarities and differences between crème fraîche and sour cream, and find out if they are interchangeable or not.

Tamari vs. Soy Sauce: What’s the Difference?

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From dipping sauces to rice dishes, and meats to soups, Asian-style cuisine is loaded with flavorful soy sauce. But did you know that there’s a similar liquid condiment called tamari? Join us as we explore the ancient origins of each, their differences and similarities, and whether one can be substituted for the other.

7 Easy and Tasty Ideas to Improve Frozen Pizza

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Does frozen pizza remind you of eating with friends in the school cafeteria? Read on and discover how easy it is to update this childhood favorite with 7 delicious topping combinations. From fruits to vegetables, each requires only a few ingredients and minimal time. Your adult taste buds are sure to appreciate them.

What is Frisée and How Do You Use It?

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New foods and cooking techniques are coming into vogue all the time, and it can be intimidating when unfamiliar language appears on menus and in recipes. If you have been wondering about the meaning and use of frisée, read on and learn what it is, and how it is grown and prepared to showcase its best characteristics.

How to Poach Eggs to Perfection

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Poached eggs are a timeless brunch classic, and a reliable go-to option for making meals in a pinch. But so many people are afraid to make them at home. Want to learn how easy it is to prepare them to perfection on the stovetop? We share our handy cooking tips and serving suggestions. Read more now on Foodal.

Jam, Jelly, or Preserves? A Quick Guide to Spreadable Fruit

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Is your go-to breakfast a crisp slice of toast slathered with jam? Maybe jelly? Or could it be preserves? What’s the difference? Read on for a quick guide to spreadable fruit, and in no time, you’ll know your curd from your conserve, and how each delicious variety is made. We’ve got what you need, right here on Foodal.

A Look at the Top Tea Storage Solutions and Containers

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Are you a hot tea lover? Do you have boxes and bags cluttering your cabinets? Let’s get organized! How about a decorative bamboo tea chest to present to your guests, or a colorful set of canisters? This informative article from Foodal reviews popular storage containers that will keep your tea organized, so you can enjoy a hot cuppa in style. Read more now!

Rediscovering a Classic: How to Select, Ripen, Store, and Prepare Pears

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Sweet, juicy pears are available year round, but they are sometimes upstaged by more exotic seasonal fruits. Join us as we take a close look at this stalwart staple of the produce aisle, and learn how to ripen, store, and prepare some flavorful and versatile varieties, right here on Foodal.

Why You May Feel Better on a Low FODMAP Diet

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FODMAP is an acronym to describe a group of short-chain carbohydrates that may contribute to irritable bowel syndrome. Knowing which foods contain significant amounts of these hard-to-digest carbs may help pinpoint sources of abdominal distress. Read more on Foodal.

17 Signs That You May Be Zinc Deficient

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Are you wondering what role zinc plays in nutrition? Have you seen it listed on the labels of fortified cereals and multivitamins? Learn what foods are naturally rich in this mineral, what role it plays in the body, and why it’s essential to good health, all in this informative article from Foodal.

Easy as ABC: Apple Beet Carrot Juice

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Get out your juicer – we’re making homemade Apple Beet Carrot Juice. You’ve got to try this tasty beverage recipe. Easy as ABC, it’s packed full of nutrients your body needs. Add an optional teaspoon of spirulina to boost your intake of protein and omega-3s. Read more now on Foodal.