Soup dishes are a favorite cold weather dish no matter what part of the world you’re in. Menudo vs. Pozole are two of the most popular soup dishes from Mexico. These traditional Mexican soups appear to be almost indistinguishable at first glance, but there are some key differences. What Is Menudo? Originally a Mexican dish, … Read more
Wheat is a staple food, and it comes in many forms, including spelt and kamut. Both Spelt and Kamut are names that frequently emerge regarding wheat alternatives. So, what is so special about both spelt and kamut? And are they actually healthier than conventional wheat? What Is Spelt? Spelt hasn’t always been as popular as … Read more
Niçoise olives are a prominent part of several classic French recipes, as well as a beloved addition to any charcuterie board. You might want to prepare a classic Niçoise salad at home, but can’t find the namesake olives. The good news is that you can still make a great Niçoise salad without Niçoise olives. There … Read more
Tabasco sauce is one of the most popular hot sauces in the America and the world. Tabasco has been a staple hot sauce for over a century and is still the hot sauce of choice among spicy food-lovers. Luckily, if you need that classic kick from Tabasco sauce, but are without it, you can always … Read more
If you’re at all familiar with baking, even if your experience is limited to baking mixes, you probably have encountered vanilla and almond extracts. They both are flavor enhancers, but they do taste quite different. Keep reading to learn more about vanilla vs almond extract, and when to use them. What Is Almond Extract? Almond … Read more
Ditch wheat bread for good with this easy 3-ingredient cloud bread! Low-Carb Cloud Bread Recipe This 3 ingredient keto or low carb cloud bread recipe is very easy, and tastes like real white bread! See how to make cloud bread for the perfect sandwich, with just 10 minutes prep time. This recipe is adapted from … Read more
Ghee is traditionally been used in Indian cooking, but has been gaining Western mainstream appeal as there has been a renewed interest in healthy fats. You might have come across some Indian recipes that call for it, and have no idea what it is or where to find it. Luckily, there are several ghee substitute … Read more
Eggs are the backbone to a healthy, complete diet, and obviously you want to eat the best quality eggs available. But not everyone can raise backyard chickens and control the diet of the hens. The FDA lists soybeans as one of the top 8 allergens in the US, and eating eggs from hens fed soy … Read more
Butter has been one of the most fundamental ingredients in the cuisine of many cultures for a long time. Although it’s a culinary heavyweight, there are some situations where butter cannot or will not be used. Enter applesauce, which actually makes a great butter substitute in baking. So what makes applesauce such a great butter … Read more
Lard is the traditional fat used in tamales, and many other Mexican recipes. Luckily, if you don’t have lard, you can still make tamales. Lard substitutes for tamales include oils, tallow, ghee and butter. Read below for the full breakdown. What is lard? Lard is pure pig fat, rendered from fat from around the kidneys … Read more
