Their unique flavor and spicy kick make jalapenos a favorite ingredient in a wide range of culinary dishes. But are they a fruit or a vegetable? In this blog post, we’ll explore this question and share other interesting facts about fruits and vegetables. Fruits vs Vegetables First, let’s take a refresher on the basic differences…
Pasta carbonara is one of Italy’s most flavorful inventions. But where does it come from, exactly? Buckle up, because as it’s always the case with most Italian dishes, the story behind carbonara is as tasty as the meal itself. Keep reading to learn more. What Is Pasta Carbonara? Pasta carbonara is a classic Italian dish…
When it comes to veggies, broccoli and spinach are two of the most popular options. But which one is the most nutritious? In today’s post, we take a closer look at the uses and nutrient profiles of these two vegetables. Broccoli: What You Need To Know Broccoli is a green vegetable that belongs to the…
Whether it’s pasta dishes, salads, or casseroles, broccoli is a staple of healthy eating. We know that broccoli lovers out there have a lot of questions about their favorite vegetable, including “When is broccoli in season?” With that in mind, today we tackle this and other useful questions about broccoli. When is Broccoli in Season?…
Parmesan cheese is one of Italy’s national culinary treasures. And although part of parm’s history is having a long shelf life, there are some precautions you need to take when storing parmesan cheese. Here’s what you need to know. How To Store Parmesan Cheese? Parmesan cheese was invented around the 12th century in Parma (hence…
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…
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…
Lovers of spicy food are surely familiar with sriracha sauce and jalapenos, two of the most popular (and hottest) condiments around. But have you ever wondered if there’s a scientific way to tell which one is hotter? The answer is “Yes,” and in today’s blog post we show you how. The Scoville Scale From the…