While margarine (also called vegan butter) and ghee may both serve as spreads, they both have countless other applications in the kitchen. Other than being marvelous toast-toppers, they excel in baking, sautéing, roasting, and frying. But what about their differences? I’m about to take you on an adventure to see what it’s like to cook and bake with margarine vs ghee and go over their overall differences.  Comparing [...]

In this post, we’re spotlighting two cooking fats that walk the line between solid and liquid – palm oil and ghee. While palm kernel oil comes from the kernel of the oil palm fruit, palm oil comes right from the fruit itself. It has a vibrant orange-red hue and is commonly used in West African cuisine. Ghee, on the other hand, is golden clarified butter that is most popular in Indian cuisine. With versatile uses in both [...]

Canola oil is a neutral oil that’s extremely versatile. It’s often touted as the best substitute for many types of oils in the kitchen, being a great match for all types of cooking. Pressed from the rapeseed plant, it’s also commonly labeled as rapeseed oil. While canola oil is dependable, ghee is labeled liquid gold – a heavenly aromatic and flavorful semi-solid fat that can transform a dish. Ghee also has deep cultural [...]

Simple syrup is a basic mixture that combines sugar and water. It's commonly used in cocktails, but you can also find it in non-alcoholic beverages and desserts. Why do they not just use sugar? Because dissolving it first eliminates the worry of sugar granules lingering in your drink. No one likes a crunchy cocktail. While you can buy pre-made simple syrup, it's surprisingly simple and cost-effective to make at home. In its [...]

These homemade dog treats are made with coconut oil and peanut butter and are a tasty treat for your furry friend! Dogs love coconut oil and peanut butter and these foods are filled with healthy fats that are good for your pup. These healthy dog treats are perfect for training puppies or as a reward for your dogs good behavior.  I love these homemade peanut butter dog treats because their easy to make and are made [...]

A Paleo diet avoids many foods that are popular in a typical Western diet such as grains, dairy, and many types of sweeteners. So which sugars and sweeteners are okay for a Paleo diet? Some of the best sugars and sweeteners for Paleo are: Why are these sweeteners Paleo-friendly, and how do they stack up against each other? Find out the answers next! Paleo diet basics A Paleo (short for Paleolithic) diet is an [...]