When it comes to oils in salad dressing, the options are numerous. The safest way to go is to choose an oil that doesn’t have much taste to it. But what if you want to up your salad dressing game? So what is the best oil for salad dressing? Flaxseed oil, with its mild nutty…
If you are not drinking berry smoothies, then you should start now. Berries are among the healthiest ingredients to use in smoothies. They are the ultimate antioxidant fruit with a range of other health benefits. But what are the best berries to use in smoothies? The best berries for smoothies are berries that pair well…
Macarons are absolutely delicious. They are light, decadent, and can pack some flavor. Making macarons is a bit of an art, and it does take some practice to get it perfect. One of the tricks you need to know how to do right when making macarons is how to color them properly. When you are…
Just because you’re vegan doesn’t mean that you have to miss out on one of the world’s favorite foods…pizza! There’s no reason that pizza can’t be vegan, due to the fact that pizza dough and pizza sauce are not made with animal products. If you find a way around the cheese (and believe me, there…
Arrowroot powder is often used in gluten-free and paleo cooking. It is a really great powder to work with, as it is incredibly versatile. It is a lesser-known alternative to flour and cornstarch, and it does work well as a gluten-free substitute in so many recipes. The grain-free starch is used to add both texture…
A kitchen can never truly have too many spatulas, right? It’s impossible. It always seems like the spatulas we need are dirty or we can’t find them. Our overflowing spatula drawer is really beside the point because we have our favorites and those are the ones we should really fill our space with. One of…
Many people see milk and coffee as inseparable: lattes, cappuccinos, flat whites, and cafe con leche are classic milk and coffee drinks that so many coffee drinkers cherish. However, though many people take their coffee with milk, there are plenty of milk substitutes, both dairy and non-dairy, that you can add to your morning cup…
Kale is a well-known superfood that is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. However, kale smoothies, as healthy as they are, may sometimes have an off-putting bitterness. What is the best kale to use in smoothies? Red kale, also known as Russian kale, is the best variety to use in smoothies. It is just as…
There is nothing quite like that crispy crunchy goodness of a homemade onion ring. Heck, you can’t even really complain about store-bought or fast food onion rings. There’s just something about the greasy breading coating a thick onion slice. We even know people who don’t like onions but really enjoy onion rings. There’s just something…
The mere whiff of vanilla can send a person into a nostalgic, frenzied baking mode. This iconic bean is used in everything from ice cream to cheesecake and, of course, cookies. If you get the urge to bake and can’t find a drop of vanilla extract anywhere in your home, all is not lost. What…