Soybean oil, extracted from the seeds of the soybean plant, is the most widely consumed oil in the USA. Due to its high production and distribution within the USA, it is found in so many things, from frying fast foods to feeding livestock. So, if your recipe needs soybean oil, then it is not likely that you won’t be able to find it!  That said, maybe you want to try something healthier or different. In that case, here [...]

Sunflower oil is extracted from sunflower seeds – its light, neutral flavor and high smoke point make it an all-purpose choice for a rainbow of dishes and bakes. Butter, churned from animal milk or cream, adds a complex richness to many sweet and savory classics. Although both are multipurpose, there are differences in both that make them more suitable in certain scenarios. Let’s find out more in this deep [...]

After squeezing olives to make olive oil, you're left with the skin and flesh of olives. They still contain a little bit of oil, but you can't press them anymore. What if you could process them further to get all of the residual oil out? That would save a lot of money, right? Well, that's essentially what olive pomace oil is... Let's take a look at this lesser-known cooking oil, from its production to its benefits and [...]

Hazelnut oil is a culinary oil extracted from hazelnuts. It has a rich, nutty flavor and is commonly used in cooking, baking, and salad dressings, adding a distinct taste and aroma to dishes. Plus, it's packed with essential nutrients and has some health-promoting properties you won't want to miss out on! What is hazelnut oil? Hazelnut oil is made from—you guessed it—hazelnuts! The oil is typically produced [...]