I love to cook, but my kitchen is small, and I don’t have much cupboard space to load up on every available oil. So, I limit my oils to 5 staples unless I need something special for a specific recipe. I call them the five best, and I will share them with you and tell you why they made the list. Just FYI, these are oils only, not cooking fats, which I keep in abundance in the fridge. Extra Virgin Olive Oil: The Timeless [...]
How to Make Homemade Tahini (Completely Vegan!)
Move over nut butters, it's time for seed butters! Did you know that nearly all nuts and seeds can be made into nut and seed butter? And that there are lots of different kinds out there? Today, we are going to make a simple and easy tahini, which is essentially a sesame seed butter. You may not have heard of it, but you have definitely eaten it if you have tried hummus! Let’s see what it is used for and how you can make [...]
What Are the Most Popular Herbs in Mexican Food?
Taco Tuesday became a thing for a reason – many people are fans of Mexican food! What makes Mexican food taste so good? Many factors come into play, like the type of meat, salsa, freshly warmed tortillas…and also the herbs and spices used. Some of the most popular herbs and spices in Mexican food include: What flavors do each of these herbs and spices bring to the table in Mexican food? We’ll explain each herb and [...]
What are the Best Vegan Flours?
A vegan diet comes with several potential health benefits, but it can also take some planning to ensure you’re getting enough nutrients that are commonly found in animal-based products. While almost all types of flour are considered vegan-friendly, some of the best flours that provide important nutrients for vegans are: If you’re curious why some of these made our list, then read on for the explanations and nutritional [...]
Which Herbs and Spices Are Paleo?
A Paleo diet, also called the “caveman diet” aims to include only foods that could be eaten by hunters and gatherers millions of years ago. That means no added sugar, no dairy, and many other foods that are prevalent in a typical Western diet. Does that mean you have to avoid any herbs and spices, too? All plain herbs and spices ARE Paleo-friendly, but certain seasonings can contain hidden ingredients that aren’t Paleo. [...]
Which Herbs and Spices Are Gluten-Free?
A gluten-free diet has become a popular diet over recent years. Whether you follow a gluten-free diet out of necessity for conditions like Celiac disease or just out of personal preference, knowing which foods and ingredients contain gluten is a necessity. All plain herbs and spices are gluten-free. There is a chance for added gluten in seasoning blends (a mixture of herbs, spices, and occasionally other ingredients like [...]
