We typically think of savory recipes when it comes to chowing down on quinoa, but the superfood has a sweet side, too! These chocolate snack bars mix in plenty of healthy nuts and pumpkin seeds (also known as pepitas) for a twist on the traditional granola bar. Although whole peanuts look great in these bars,…

We’ve all got our tried-and-true techniques for cooking rice, whether it’s boiling it on the stove, using a rice-cooker, or zapping it in the microwave. But did you know you can make rice in your oven? Keep reading to find out how to make the best oven-baked rice you’ve ever tasted. It might even become…

Fluffy mashed potatoes can be found on my table year-round, but I always try to make them extra special for Thanksgiving. Although I thought I had tested every trick and tip for getting the best texture, I recently stumbled upon one I hadn’t seen before: Adding a pinch of baking powder. According to the 5-star…

Here’s an easy way to hit that delicious sweet spot between bacon strips that are flabby/fatty and burnt/shriveled: Place the strips in a skillet and add just enough water to cover the bottom of the pan. Cook over medium-high heat until the water evaporates, then lower the heat to medium and cook until the strips…

We might not be a member of the royal family, but that doesn’t mean we can’t eat like one! According to one of Queen Elizabeth’s former chefs, it’s as easy as whipping up a tasty loaf of banana bread — with a slightly indulgent twist on one of the ingredients. Instead of using regular vanilla extract, chef…

Alton Brown is famous for relying on some quirky kitchen techniques, but his trick for whipping up delicious burgers might be his zaniest advice ever. Instead of throwing the patties on a grill, Brown recommends frying them in oil. We know how crazy that sounds, but we’ve been proven wrong about strange things like tossing…

If you’re looking to spice up your sex life, the answer might actually not be in your bedroom, but, rather, in the kitchen cupboard. That’s right. Many of the common foods we eat have libido-boosting properties. According to Australian nutritionist Lee Holmes, these types of foods support sexual energy in the mesolimbic dopamine pathway, which…

Avocados are just full of fun surprises. The superfood is not only bursting with tons of amazing nutritional benefits (even from the pits!), they can also be used for craftier purposes. Instead of just tossing out the peels after you’ve scraped out all the pulp for your meal, the bumpy skin can be used to…

The big day is coming up! We’re talking about Christmas, of course. If you haven’t started mapping out your big dinner yet, we’ve got you covered. The star of your meal is obviously going to be your turkey, ham, or preferred main course, but maybe you’re in search of some tasty Christmas side dishes that…

When you examine the health benefits of spirulina, it’s no wonder this superfood algae is growing in popularity. Some call these mighty green guys a “miracle from the sea,” but what makes them so special?  Spirulina is a type of microalgae that grows in tropical lakes in Africa, Asia, and Central and South America. Though…