Photo of a pile of sesame seeds illustrates blog: "Where Do Sesame Seeds Come From?"

Where Do Sesame Seeds Come From?

You know sesame seeds: after all, burger buns wouldn’t be the same without these tiny, slightly crunchy, oil-rich seeds. But where do they come from?  Where Do Sesame Seeds Come From? Sesame seeds come from an annual plant known as sesamum indicum, or benne.  Since antiquity, benne has been grown for its seeds, which are…

Photo of dill dip illustrates blog: "What Is Dill?"

What Is Dill?

With its citrus undertones, dill can punch up any dish, from soups to sandwiches and salads. Keep reading to learn more about dill, from a basic definition to an easy dill dip recipe anyone can make at home. What Is Dill? Dill is an annual herb that belongs to the parsley family and is often…

Photo of plate of gnocchi illustrates blog; "Who Invented Gnocchi?"

Who Invented Gnocchi?

Gnocchi is an everyday treat for Italians, but remains one of the lesser-known entries in one of the world’s most popular culinary traditions. In this post, we tell you who first published the recipe for gnocchi, along with other interesting details about this Italian classic.  What Is Gnocchi? Gnocchi are small dumplings made with flour…