While flavor is at the core of the food we enjoy, visuals also play a role. For example: Why do potatoes turn brown? How to avoid it? Keep reading to discover the answers. Why Do Potatoes Turn Brown? Potatoes turn brown for the same reason other foods (such as guacamole or apples) turn brown: a…
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If you are into spicy food, chances are good that you are curious about how some of the world’s most famous peppers stack up against each other. For example, Are Japanese shishito peppers hotter than Mexican jalapenos? Read on and find out! Are Shishito Peppers Hotter Than Jalapenos? While jalapeno peppers are far from being…
Apples are one of the world’s most popular fruits, and with good reason: they are delicious and boast a rich nutrient profile. So, in today’s post we discuss the vitamins and minerals contained in apples. Follow along to learn more! Vitamin Content of Apples Apples are a good source of vitamin C. For example, 125…
If you are planning to prepare make-ahead shepherd’s pie, you are probably wondering if you can freeze this hearty dish before cooking it. In today’s post, we offer an answer, along with some useful tips. Can You Freeze Shepherd’s Pie Before Baking It? Yes! You can freeze shepherd’s pie before baking it. This way, you…
As you might have noticed from previous posts, in the food world, things aren’t always what they seem. For example, can you answer with total certainty the question “Are cucumbers Berries?” Read on to discover the answer! Are Cucumbers Berries? Yes! Cucumbers are berries. While you probably associate the word “berry”’ with raspberries or blackberries,…
Since both regular potatoes and sweet potatoes are root vegetables, they share some characteristics. However, there are many important differences between them as well. Here we join the sweet potato vs potato debate and review some of the benefits of each. Sweet Potato: Calories and Nutrients Sweet potatoes are root vegetables that belong to the…
Everyone knows that veggies are packed with nutrients like vitamins and minerals. But what about proteins? Here, we discuss if veggies are proteins and other interesting food facts. Are Veggies Protein? When you think of the nutrients that veggies contain, you probably think of vitamins (like the vitamin A in carrots) or minerals (like the…
If you are a fan of bell peppers, you might have asked yourself at some point if these fruits can be classified as nightshades. Well, wonder no more, because in today’s post, we tackle this and other questions about bell peppers. Are Bell Peppers Nightshades? We’ll unpack this in greater detail below, but the short…
Picadillo is popular all over Latin America and beyond. However, some people believe that picadillo was invented either in Mexico or Cuba. So which is the right answer? Keep reading to find out. Is Picadillo Mexican or Cuban? The answer is… neither. The origins of picadillo are too fuzzy to pinpoint with precision. And while…
Plantains are a common ingredient in the cuisine of many Caribbean countries. But are they the same as bananas? In today’s post, we take a closer look at this and other interesting facts about these two fruits. Plantains vs Bananas: Are They the Same? The term “plantain” refers to a group of banana varieties, so…
