Sarah Ryan

Sugar is a term used to describe sweet-tasting, soluble carbohydrates in food products. It encompasses various types, including simple sugars known as monosaccharides, such as glucose, fructose, and galactose. The most common form of sugar, sucrose, is composed of glucose and fructose and is extracted from sugar cane or sugar beet. Another sugar substitute called acesulfame potassium, also known as acesulfame K or Ace K, is [...]

Isomalt and sugar are two sweetening agents, but each has unique properties and benefits. Sugar is a natural substance from sugar cane or sugar beet. It has been a staple in human diets for centuries and is used extensively in cooking and baking. Isomalt is a type of sugar alcohol primarily used as a sugar substitute in sugar-free and low-calorie foods. Isomalt has about half the caloric value of sugar, does not promote [...]

Sugars are simple creatures known as monosaccharides, such as glucose, fructose, and galactose. The most common form of sugar, which is sucrose, is composed of glucose and fructose and is extracted from sugar cane or sugar beet.  Moving beyond the conventional forms of sugar, we have panela. This is an unrefined whole cane sugar that is popular in Central and Latin America. It originates from the boiling and evaporation [...]

Sugar, a global pantry staple, is simply a type of sweet-tasting carbohydrate. It includes simple sugars such as glucose, fructose, and galactose. Commonly known as sucrose, table sugar is a combination of glucose and fructose, most commonly obtained from sugar cane. Honey, on the other hand, is a sweet and viscous substance produced by various bees, notably honey bees. Bees collect and refine sugary secretions from plants [...]

There are so many different kinds of flour out there it can be hard to give general rules for the best way to store them long-term. It isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution! However, today, we will try our best and go through some general rules to help you keep any kind of flour fresh until you have had the chance to use it all.  Generally, the best way to store flour long-term is to maintain proper temperature, avoid [...]

Sunbutter, also known as sunflower butter, is a popular and allergy-friendly alternative to other kinds of nut butters. Made from roasted sunflower seeds and occasionally a sprinkle of salt, this spread kinda resembles peanut butter. However, it is entirely free from peanuts, tree nuts, sesame, and other common allergens, making it a safe choice for individuals with allergies. Not only is sunflower butter a delicious [...]