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How to Grow Your Own Brussels Sprouts at Home
When you overcook Brussels sprouts, they release sulphur compounds that smell like dirty gym socks that have been sitting in a sports bag. How unappetizing! Unfortunately for the Brussels sprout, years of improper cooking has meant that most people assume the vegetable just tastes like stinky socks. It’s a bad rap that has lasted a…
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7 Benefits of Mung Beans, The Weight-Loss Superfood That Could Be the Key to a Happy Gut
Ever heard of the mighty mung bean? If you haven’t, this small legume is about to become your new favorite superfood. Mung beans are button-sized, green or yellow little balls that grow natively in India, but are also used in traditional Chinese and Southeast Asian cooking. The powerful mung bean has been known to have…
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15 Unique Avocado Recipes That Go Beyond Toast
If you love avocados as much as we do, you’re always game to use the superfood in the kitchen. While guacamole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser and avocado toast has become a brunch classic, there’s nothing wrong with trying something new. Let these unique avocado recipes serve as your delicious — and nutritious — inspiration. Scroll…
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Is Your Food Reaction an Allergy or an Intolerance? Here’s How to Tell the Difference
If you’ve ever had a surprising physical reaction to a food you’ve enjoyed your entire life, you’re not alone. According to Consumer Reports, food allergies and intolerances can strike at any age. Although many folks outgrow food allergies they had as children, these same pesky issues can return later in life. On top of that,…
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The Best Coffee Accessories to Help You Become a Java Connoisseur
Tomorrow is National Coffee Day, and if you’re one of the more than 176 million Americans who drinks java on the reg, there’s only one way to celebrate — with a great cup of coffee, of course! Whether you head to your local café to take advantage of the many deals that will be going…
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7 Tips to Keep In Mind While Converting Recipes for Your Instant Pot
As soon as you bring an Instant Pot home, chances are you’ll want to cook all of your meals with the trendy pressure cooker. That means converting the dishes you used to make with your stove, oven, or slow cooker to fit the new appliance. You can find plenty of recipes for Instant Pot meals…
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6 Healthy Squash Recipes That Are Anything But Soggy
Our healthy squash recipes will have you saying, “Oh yum,” instead of, “No fun!” Many people think of these colorful gourds as tasteless mush or simply a sad alternative to delicious pasta — but squash has the potential to be a subtly sweet and creamy dinner your whole family will love. The secret is in…
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Is It OK to Eat Sweet Potatoes That Leak When You Cut Into Them?
Sweet potatoes are a staple in my kitchen. Whether I’m roasting, mashing, or pureeing them into soup, I spend a lot of time slicing into these tubers. But when I started chopping one the other day, I was surprised (and a tad concerned) to see it leaking a white, milky substance. Obviously, I had to…
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This Easy Hack Will Get Your Roasted Vegetables Way Crispier
You probably have your own special way of roasting vegetables, whether you focus on cooking them low and slow or using a special pan to get the right amount of crunch. However, veggies can often brown unevenly or end up a little soggy even if you’ve done everything right. Luckily, there’s a simple trick that…
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14 Chefs Share Their Tips for Chopping Cook-Time in Half
No time? No worries. Australia’s top chefs spill their secrets on their time-saving hacks for fast and easy meals that don’t compromise on taste. Lorraine Godsmark, Lorraine’s Patisserie If I’m really stuck for time but want to serve dessert, I cut strawberries in half, sauté them in a nonstick pan with a couple of spoons…