Chocolate milk was one of my favorite childhood treats. Not a chocolate milkshake, but chocolate milk from the supermarket, the one that came in a small carton. This was, of course, before I knew I was lactose intolerant, but sometimes the belly ache felt worth it. And, aside from the sugar content, it does contain plenty of healthy vitamins and minerals, just like regular milk!  When it comes to storing chocolate milk and [...]

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between brown sugar and white sugar? That would be the molasses content. Molasses, a thick and dark syrup, is a byproduct of sugar production from extracting sugar from sugar cane or sugar beets. Not only does molasses bring a unique taste to recipes, but it also offers a rich source of nutrients, including iron, calcium, potassium, and magnesium. It also contains antioxidants that [...]

Honey is so interesting and versatile. Not only is it a treat for us, but it also contains medicinal properties and has been used throughout history as an antibacterial and antiseptic. You can use it on your skin, in tea as a healthy tonic, in recipes as a sugar alternative, and even use it to prevent seasonal allergies by eating honey specifically procured from plants you live near. But, to get the best out of your honey, [...]

If you love a little sweet somethin’ somethin’ to dunk into your coffee or tea, look no further than these amazing biscotti! They’re loaded with almond flavor with a kiss of vanilla to make them absolutely irresistible. They make the perfect housewarming gift for neighbors (and if you’re feeling super crafty you could even wrap them in a bow), or just a “hey, it’s a day that ends in ‘y,’ and I’m thinking about you,” random [...]

I’ll argue with anyone that strawberry-flavored anything is one of the best things we as humans have created in the culinary world. Think about it: you can get the fanciest foods everyday of your life, but regardless of that you’ll still be excited to eat strawberry ice cream, strawberry frosting on your brownies, strawberry lemonade, and the ton of other delicious strawberry-related options! Now, I know that I may be a bit [...]

It’s said that people have been snacking on pistachios for over 9000 years, making pistachio butter one of the most “ancestral” out of all the nut butters! So, while we don’t have exact dates on when pistachio butter was first created, it’s safe to assume that humans have been enjoying the spread for thousands of years! Now, coconuts have been around for even longer, eventually becoming the base for the delicious tropical [...]