Broccoli (Brassica oleracea) is a popular vegetable known for its high nutrient content. It is low in calories and a good source of vitamins and minerals including vitamins A, C, K, potassium, iron, and manganese (*). Broccoli resembles cauliflower and is related to other cruciferous vegetables such as brussels sprouts, kohlrabi, cabbage, and kale. It …
Sports drinks, like Gatorade, must be something you crave a lot after a vigorous workout or outdoor activities. Gatorade is popular for being a source of electrolytes, mainly sodium and potassium, which are important to replace the ones you lost from sweating. After intense physical activities, it is important to stay hydrated. It always comes …
Who doesn’t love pesto? This Italian sauce is a versatile ingredient that goes well not only with pasta, but also into your bread, sandwiches, salad, and many more! Pesto or traditionally called pesto alla genovese originated from the Italian city of Genoa. Classic pesto is made by pounding or crushing basil leaves, pine nuts, olive …
So, summer is coming and you are going to host a barbeque party with family and friends this weekend. It’s been a long-standing tradition to serve the grilled meats with coleslaw. You still have a half bucket of coleslaw from last week. But, you’re doubtful if this cabbage salad will survive until the party. Is …
Who doesn’t like pickles? Your sandwich is never complete without these crunchy bits. Pickles also create a good balance for your savory meals, thanks to the sharp flavor and sour taste. Too bad you forgot that half-full jar of pickles in the corner of the fridge. It has passed the “best before” date. But, the …
Lemon and limes might be the food items that you can never skip from your grocery list. Whether using them for infused water, for salad dressing, or baking the delightful lemon cake, these citrus fruits are considered staple in many households. Are you a gardening enthusiast that just harvested bowls and bowls of lemons and …
So you just tried a new cookie recipe that called for almond flour. The recipe did not need that much flour and you ended up with an open pack that was still almost full and you are not sure how to store almond flour properly. Does almond flour need refrigeration? Or is it okay to …
While doing grocery shopping, you look through the aisles and feel the urge to just buy everything. This happens even in the oil section when you are tempted to pick every variety available as the inner chef in you gives you a calling that in the coming days you might plan to eat Asian cuisine …
You are making a recipe that calls for evaporated milk. But, it does not need that much milk and you will end up with leftover milk in a can. Since you are not familiar with the product, you start to wonder: how is the proper storage for evaporated milk? Is it okay to use it …
Are you considering substituting your usual flour with other alternatives, coconut flour maybe? This will be your first encounter with coconut flour and you’re not quite sure how long this product can last. What is the proper storage for coconut flour? Does coconut flour need refrigeration? Or is it okay to keep coconut flour in …