Photo of salmon fillet illustrates blog: "What Is Blackened Salmon? "

What Is Blackened Salmon? 

Did you know that salmon is the second most-consumed seafood species in the United States? With this background in mind, it’s no surprise to discover that there are myriad ways to prepare salmon, including by blackening it. Keep reading to learn more. What Is Blackened Salmon? When we talk about blackened salmon, we refer to…

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…

Photo of bowl of zoodles illustrates blog: "Can You Freeze Zoodles?"

Can You Freeze Zoodles?

Fun, healthy, and an infallible conversation-starter, zoodles are a sensation among food lovers everywhere. But can you freeze zoodles? In this post, we answer this question and give you some useful tips about everyone’s favorite alternative to traditional pasta. What Are Zoodles? Although they sound like the culinary version of mad libs (why else would…

Photo of asparagus on chopping board illustrates blog: "When Is Asparagus in Season?"

When Is Asparagus in Season?

Eating fresh veggies comes with many nutritional benefits, so if you love asparagus, it makes sense to want to know when is asparagus season. In this post, we talk about the best season for asparagus, plus other interesting facts about these delicious green spears. When I Asparagus in Season? Asparagus is a vegetable prized since…

Photo of fork with pasta illustrates blog: "How to Cook Pasta al Dente? "

How to Cook Pasta al Dente? 

Making authentic Italian pasta means cooking your pasta al dente. Keep reading to learn more about this quintessential Italian term and learn how to cook your pasta al dente — just like they do in Italy. What Is Pasta al Dente? “Dente” means “tooth” in Italian. The term “pasta al dente” refers to the sensation…