Historically, whole grains have been the subject of misunderstandings. There's also confusion between terms like "wheat," "whole-wheat," "whole-grain," "multigrain," "sprouted grain," and numerous other bread-related labeling terms that leave many supermarket shoppers scratching their heads.
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Kidney beans are nutritious, and a great source of protein for vegetarians and vegans, boasting 8.7 grams of protein in a 100-gram serving (via Healthline). But, regardless of the type of recipe that calls for kidney beans, it's important to be careful about how you cook them.
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Clams and mussels are both shellfish — bivalves, specifically (via The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Both can grow in both freshwater and saltwater environments, but that's more or less where the similarities end (via The Ohio State University and Jstor).
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In an exclusive interview with Mashed, Venae Watts, fifth-generation family owner of Minerva Dairy, compared the cheese selection process to finding the right wine. "Cheese and wine can both range in price and flavor," she explained. "Of course, every person is different."
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Are you bold enough in the kitchen to try to make your own sushi? If so, then we do have one important tip to pass on to you from sushi chef Kunihide "Nakaji" Nakajima, the owner and chef at NYC's Nakaji.
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Quinoa was one of the trendiest health foods over recent years, and since then, it seems like there are tons of colorful options to choose from when buying bags of the seed. The most common options for quinoa are white, red, and black. What are the differences between them?
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In the early 1990s, Michael Jordan was a wealthy basketball player and product pitchman who was establishing himself as the greatest ever to play in the NBA. What wisdom could he possibly have for folks who were about to start minimum-wage jobs at McDonald's?
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But before you wade into the world of tequila, we encourage you to do a little research. Tequila has a long, artisanal past. And when something is centuries old, it's bound to accumulate some misconceptions and stereotypes.
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Kale is hailed as a superfood, and considered to be one of the most nutrient-rich vegetables in the world — even healthier in some respects than spinach (via Boston Magazine). It's commonplace in salads and smoothies, and often turned to by people doing a cleanse or going on a diet.
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One brand that has long been a holdout when it comes to fruit flavors, or any flavors, for that matter, is Busch Light. In fact, according to Michigan Live, in all 65 years of their history, never have they ever released a beer that was flavored like anything other than, well, beer.
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Here's a problem you might not realize that you have — how would you know if you were buying a piece of, say, cod, and instead you got haddock instead? Fishmonger Joe Gurrera, owner of gourmet seafood market Citarella, reveals that there's really only one sure-fire way of avoiding mislabeled fish.
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All butter is going to be, well, better than no butter at all. But there are differences in taste, texture, and quality. In the grocery store, you'll find everything from no-frills boxes of salted and unsalted sticks of butter, to fancy containers decorated with gold foil.
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When most people think of white rice, they think of American long-grain white rice, which, when cooked, offers a "dry, fluffy texture with distinct grains" (via Fine Cooking). Though also a long-grain variety, jasmine rice, by contrast, is characterized by its distinct aroma.
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Everyone's favorite furniture store meatball is getting a makeover — and we are here for it. In IKEA's pursuit to reduce its carbon footprint and become a more sustainable retailer, the company is introducing 'the plant ball.'
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Home pizza cookers are probably working with a conventional oven or an outdoor grill. Unfortunately, according to Pizzacraft, home ovens and grills "lack the initial high heat" for crispy-crust perfection, while a pizza stone enables immediate "high heat transfer."
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What is it you're looking for in a great cup of coffee? Do you put flavor first, or are you all about the caffeine jolt? If you belong in the latter camp and are looking for the most buzz for your buck, you may have already read up on just which chains are offering the strongest cups of coffee.
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Publix, the fifth-largest grocery chain in the U.S., has joined the wave of retailers requiring customers to wear face masks.
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Starbucks enthusiasts are likely to know that the incredibly cute and colorful line of Starbucks glasses, tumblers, and other drinkware items can only be bought in-store. Thankfully, that's about to change.
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While any domestic macrobrew is an easy target for beer snob hate, and light beers in particular seem to bring out the vitriol, beer expert Michael Murdy says he doesn't wish to condemn all such beers out of hand.
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With thousands of Americans opting to crack open a can at home, rather than inside a bar or restaurant, beverage companies are seeing a remarkable shortage of one of their most important supplies — aluminum cans.
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If you're not familiar with the dish, Salisbury steak is a seasoned hamburger patty that is fried and topped with onions and gravy. If Sailsbury steak sounds delicious and you'd like to see what all the fuss was about, you might think twice before reaching for the time-saving frozen meal variety.
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If you love chicken Parmesan, buckle up, buttercup. The Giant Chicken Parmigiana is back at Olive Garden (via Delish). If you missed the limited-time offer during the promotional period in 2019, let's refresh your memory. Olive Garden breads and fries an 11.5-inch chicken filet.
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The Taco Bell dollar menu can be mixed, matched, and customized (sometimes with an upcharge) to deliver the type of personalized and affordable meal you need when you're short on time and cash. Try these hacks suggested by Taco Bell diehards, or get creative with an order of your own.
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Cooking pasta old-school can be gratifying, but it still takes time to boil the water, and then patiently wait for the noodles to cook for what can seem like forever, depending on the pasta. That's why pre-soaking your pasta noodles is such a great hack.
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If you're not buying wine from your local Kroger, then it's time to start. Not only will it save you a trip to the liquor store, but it can help you save money, too. Plus, the grocery retailer gives its customers two ways to shop, which affords you more flexibility, and makes life a bit easier.
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Everyone can appreciate the convenience of nuking food when you're tired or short on time, but there are some foods that just don't belong in the microwave. Red pasta sauces absolutely fall into this category — with plenty of evidence.
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Let's talk about TV cooking queen Rachael Ray, and her husband, John Cusimano. The two have been married for 15 years. How? Like nearly any famous couple, there have been rumors of trouble in paradise — including that her husband had a side dish in 2013, when he visited a swinger's club.
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