When the scratchy and dusty hayfields were nearly intolerable under the hot sun, generations of farmers looked forward to that glimmer of joy in the haymaking process when wives and young kids would come over the knoll with a big pitcher and glasses. Hello, switchel! While you’d think water would be the superior choice, switchel is actually better because it contains water along with copious amounts of ginger and apple [...]

We have a lot of pine trees around where I’m from – but did you know that their pine cones contain the ingredients to a delicious nut butter? Pine nut butter is a delicious and unique spread that you may have never heard of! It’s tasty, has a great texture, and has an interesting nutritional profile that we’ll check out later! We’ve also got coconut butter, which you’ve likely heard of. It’s the perfect way to add a [...]

Corn oil, a pantry staple with a neutral flavor and high smoke point, while almond oil is known for its nutty, fragrant profile and health benefits. The choice between these two oils is one that could totally transform the nature of your dish, as each has unique properties that make them more suitable for certain uses. Ready to find out what special qualities await? Read on. Comparing corn oil vs almond oil Corn [...]

We’re comparing two of the most popular nut butters in the world here: peanut butter and Nutella! Well, actually it’s reduced-fat peanut butter, which is basically peanut butter with less fat (as the name accurately implies)! However, as great as it sounds, does it beat the powerful Nutella in a matchup? These two spreads are going to go head-to-head, trying to be the better choice in terms of culinary uses, flavor [...]

If you’ve ever had macadamia nut butter, you know just why people want it so badly – its deliciously rich and buttery flavor paired with the smooth, creamy, and runny texture is a golden combination! But, it’s also one of the more expensive nut butters, as macadamia nuts know their worth! Then we have coconut butter, which is a perfect way of adding a delicious and tropical vibe to your dishes – it’s like Hawaii in a [...]

Pumpkin seed butter is quickly rising in the ranks of nut and seed butters for its delicious taste, great nutritional profile, and uniqueness. And, it’s perfect for the coming fall season filled with trick-or-treaters, warm hot chocolate, and delicious pumpkin pies! Now, we’re going to put it in the boxing ring with Nutella, which is a heavy hitter for its delicious chocolate taste and world-wide popularity! Which spread [...]