Learn how to make a simple mango smoothie with just two ingredients! This creamy mango smoothie is full of tropical flavor and great addition to your smoothie recipes! Mangos are in season and I'm using them in every way possible in my kitchen right now! Frozen and fresh mangoes add a creamy texture to smoothies and are my go-to fruit option when making smoothies. I tend to make more smoothies in the summer months, when [...]
What Is Peanut Oil?
If you don't already cook with peanut oil, you might want to after reading this article. Peanut oil is a mild-flavoured cooking oil that's popular for frying, and it's healthier than some other oils. If you're curious to know more about what peanut oil is, how it's made, and all the yummy ways you can use it, keep on reading! What is peanut oil? Peanut oil is a type of vegetable oil derived from—you guessed [...]
Hemp Oil vs Butter: Which Is Better?
Butter has been a staple ingredient in cooking and baking for centuries, a dairy product made from churning milk or cream. Whether it’s slathered on warm toast or used to bake a delicious pie, it’s known for its creamy goodness and versatility. But how does hemp oil, derived from the seeds of the hemp plant, compare? It's a healthy, nutty, and earthy oil that presents so many possibilities. So, if you’re looking to [...]
Crisco vs Butter: Which Is Better?
These popular powerhouses in the kitchen have been clashing for over a century in the kitchen—both are extremely popular cooking oils/fats for baking flaky pastries and delicious cookies but have their own special qualities that can transform your recipe. Crisco is a famed brand of all-purpose vegetable shortening that is a staple in American households, while butter is a dairy product made from churning milk or cream. If [...]
What Is A Tropical Oil?
Tropical oils come from commonly used plants that grow near the equator in warm, tropical climates. The most notable tropical oils include palm oil, palm kernel oil, and coconut oil, and technically, so do avocado oil and shea butter. Interestingly, at room temperature, these oils tend to be solid (except for avocado oil) due to their higher saturated fat content than regular seed oils. What Is Palm Oil vs Palm Kernel [...]
How To Make Brazil Nut Butter
Homemade brazil nut butter is so easy to make and is a great nut butter to make at home. There are so many types of nut butters ranging from classic peanut butter to almond butter. Homemade nut butter is a pantry essential in my home. Why Brazil Nut Butter? Incorporating Brazil nut butter into your diet offers a myriad of benefits. Notably, these nuts are an excellent source of selenium, a [...]
