Whether dining out or preparing a recipe at home, it’s essential to understand the foods we eat. For example, are prawns and shrimp the same? Do they vary by size, flavor, cooking style, or source? Can they be used interchangeably? Read on for the answers to these questions and more as we discuss prawns vs. shrimp.
Wondering how to feature hearty winter squash in your meals this season? Our guide will teach you how to roast and blend the vibrant flesh to create a velvety smooth puree that you can use in soups, sauces, desserts, and more. Read more now to find all the delicious details in our step-by-step tutorial.
Do you know how to cut a fresh mango? If you typically go for the frozen bags of pre-cut fruit, it’s time to give yourself a challenge in the kitchen. Learn how to select, store, and prep fresh mangoes so you can get the best results that are neatly cut, and beautifully ripe and sweet. Read more for the full tutorial.
In the fresh produce aisle, you will likely find multiple squash displays side by side. Some are labeled zucchini, and others say summer squash. Robust and varied colors include green, yellow, and white. Shapes are cylindrical, round, scalloped, and tapered. Do you know what makes them different? Read on to find out.
Don’t let the idea of preparing homemade cheese scare you. With just three basic ingredients, you can easily make light and fluffy cottage cheese. There are so many ways to enjoy it, like topping it with fresh berries for a protein-packed breakfast you’ll love. Read more now to learn every step of the process.
Are the bananas you just purchased recently already looking soft, brown, and overrripe? Peel away your frustration and make something new and tasty with them! You can do so much with overripe fruit – and you don’t have to bake yet another loaf of banana bread. Read our roundup of 15 fun suggestions and recipes now.
Is your box grater pushed to the back corner of a kitchen cabinet, abandoned and ignored? If you’re confused about what exactly to do with it, we’re here to help. Want to finally learn how to use each side of a box grater for a wide range of kitchen prep tasks? It’s time to dust off the cobwebs and read our tutorial.
White rice flour and sweet rice flour play prominent roles in Asian and gluten-free recipes that range from bread and noodles to cakes, candies, sauces, and syrups. Read on to learn about the derivations and characteristics of each type, nutritional qualities, and whether or not you can substitute one for the other.
Are you stuck between buying coconut milk or coconut cream at the grocery store? Does it even matter if it comes in a can or carton? If you want answers, we’ll tell you all you need to know about the differences between these two dairy-free products, and everything else in between. Read the article now.
Learn how to make tasty loaves of golden-brown whole grain bread. We soak most of the dry ingredients to make the dough easier to work with and the bread easier to digest. Your taste buds will love all the hearty flavors and textures, and your gut will enjoy the better nutrition absorption. Read more now for the full recipe.
Prebiotics and probiotics are relatively modern terms in today’s food-related vocabulary. Both support digestive health and are readily available in foods and supplements. However, their functions in the body differ. Read on and increase your knowledge of prebiotics and probiotics and their place in your healthy diet.
Have you noticed the case at the grocery store is starting to resemble a designer showroom with displays of multiple types of eggs? Join us as we compare free-range and conventional eggs to determine if one is superior to the other, and whether a better lifestyle for the chickens translates into a healthier product.