The oil palm tree produces palm oil, a versatile edible vegetable oil widely utilized in food products, cosmetics, and various household items, including cooking oil, margarine, and baked goods. But when it comes to choosing the perfect palm oil, the options can be overwhelming. From ensuring a sustainable source to checking for zero trans fat, there's a lot to consider. But fear not! I've done the research, tasted the [...]

Did you know that margarine became popular during World War II when butter became scarce? Margarine has stuck around since then and comes in many varieties using different vegetable oils. Margarine can even be a vegan alternative to butter! After opening, margarine should last around 2-3 months when stored in the fridge and around 6 months when stored in the freezer. To learn more about margarine’s shelf life, keep [...]

Ahh, butter. One of the most popular types of fat, butter is a vital ingredient in cookies, the perfect spread for freshly baked bread, and a staple ingredient in SO many other foods. While there are many spins on butter (buttery spreads, margarine, vegan butter, etc.), how long does REAL butter made from cow’s milk (no added oils, maybe just a touch of salt) last after you open it? Butter stays good until its best-by [...]

If you check out the refrigerator case at the grocery store, you'll likely see a slew of tubs and packages next to the regular butter - but it's not butter! Margarine, buttery spread, “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter” - what is this butter-like substance anyway, and does it go bad?  We’ll explain what margarine is soon, but as far as when it goes bad: Margarine will keep in the refrigerator several months past its [...]

Crisco is the most well-known brand of vegetable shortening manufactured by B&G foods (it was previously owned by Procter & Gamble and then J.M. Smucker Company). It’s been around since 1911! Crisco will last 6 months after opening (for sticks) and a year after opening for the can. How long can you expect Crisco to last when it’s sealed? Should you refrigerate Crisco? We have the answers to those questions [...]

Here are 100 foods that start with the letter S. There are so many great foods from around the world that will help you grow your recipe book! Check out these 100 foods that will introduce you to a new world of flavors!  Foods That Start with the Letter S – Alphabetized Here is an alphabetically arranged chart of 100 foods that start with the letter S that you can use to reference a food quickly. You’ll find a [...]