Sweet potatoes are starchy vegetables consumed worldwide. They are delicious, easy to prepare, and also offer many health benefits. Without further ado, here are the nutrition benefits of sweet potatoes. Sweet Potatoes Pack a Lot of Nutrients In addition to being delicious, this vegetable is also rich in nutrients. For example, one cup (238 g.)…
We have covered the history of zucchini in previous posts, so today we bring you a more practical tip. How to tell when zucchini goes bad? Keep reading to discover the answer. What Is Zucchini? Zucchini is a summer squash whose fruit is usually cooked as a vegetable. Yes, you read that correctly. Although it…
Garlic is the secret behind many flavorful dishes and condiments, from chimichurri to tzatziki sauce and aioli. However, this plant also has many health benefits to offer. Garlic Packs Many Nutrients Just 3 grams of raw garlic contain very few calories and provide 0.9 grams of vitamin C (1% of the Recommended Daily Value), and…
Turkey and chicken are widely consumed all over the United States. Whether is grilled, cooked, or breaded, these two types of meat are guaranteed to delight food lovers everywhere. But which one is best for you? The Turkey Vs. Chicken Debate When it comes to white meat, turkey and chicken reign supreme, so the need…
Today we’ll learn more about pilaf, a rice dish that is both storied and delicious. The term pilaf, or pilau, is used to talk about a cooking method and the resulting dish. As a cooking method, it involves sauteing onion in butter or oil, adding uncooked rice, and then cooking it all in a broth,…
From bouillabaisse to ratatouille, French cooks have created some of the world’s most iconic dishes and culinary concepts. Grab your beret, because today we bring you seven essential terms to understand French cuisine. Au Gratin Food that has been sprinkled with grated bread or cheese (or both) and then browned to create a crust. Bouillabaisse…
If you love good food, you probably have a bottle of balsamic vinegar sitting in your pantry and may wonder whether balsamic vinegar goes bad. If that’s the case, rest easy: balsamic vinegar does not go bad. As a matter of fact, vinegar is an ingredient that can preserve other foods, a quality that ancient…
Green beans, also known as string beans or snap beans, are a delicious (and affordable) source of nutrients. Low in Calories and Sodium A cup (125 grams) of boiled green beans contains only 43.8 calories, which amounts to 2% of the Daily Recommended Value (DV), making it a great choice if you are trying to…
If you love colorful food that packs a lot of nutrients, you’re in for a treat: today we’ll learn more about red cargo rice, a grain that can be the highlight of any meal. What Is Red Cargo Rice? Red cargo rice is a type of unpolished rice, that is, rice that has retained its…
Italian cuisine is an endless source of amazing dishes that are delicious and easy to prepare. A great example is chicken pizzaiola, a simple specialty that brings all the flavor and vibrancy of Italian cuisine to your everyday meals. What Is Chicken Pizzaiola? You don’t have to speak Italian to realize that the terms “pizzaiola”…
