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…
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…
Fiber is a fundamental component of a balanced diet. So, many asparagus lovers out there may be asking themselves: Is asparagus high in fiber? To discover the answer, follow along and learn other interesting facts about asparagus. Is Asparagus High in Fiber? Yes, asparagus is a good source of fiber. One cup (134 g) of…
Whether it’s in a taco, burger, or salad, black beans are consumed around the world due to their versatility, flavor, and rich nutrient profile. But are black beans a vegetable? Let’s find out. Are Black Beans a Vegetable? Black beans, and beans in general, belong to a group of plants known as legumes. However, beans…
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…
Ingredients like bell peppers can confuse food and plant lovers alike. With that in mind, in today’s post we tell you if a bell pepper is a fruit or a vegetable and provide an easy method to tell the difference between these two botanical categories. Fruits vs Vegetables In a previous post, we talked at…
Garlic can do wonders for your pasta or bread. But what about its health benefits? For example, Is garlic good for your heart? Keep reading to learn some interesting, science-backed facts about garlic. Is Garlic Good for Your Heart? Humans have been using garlic for thousands of years, and for good reason. In addition to…
Juicy, fresh, and always enticing, pineapples are one of the world’s favorite fruits. But do you know how to tell if a pineapple is ripe? Keep reading to learn this and other interesting facts about pineapples. How To Tell If a Pineapple Is Ripe? While pineapple hails from tropical and subtropical America, this fruit is…