When I was in the Girl Scouts, part of me sadly didn’t want to sell the mint chocolate cookies. Because – well – they were my favorite, and Girl Scout cookies really are a “zero sum” situation. I mean, when they’re gone, they’re gone. So, as an adult who enjoys a little caffeine, it just makes sense to totally love this Starbucks copycat recipe. I mean, it’s chocolate. And mint. And caffeine. And there’s no “zero sum” [...]
Is Cream of Coconut the Same as Coconut Cream?
How often have you gone to the grocery store to buy all the ingredients for dinner, gotten home, set everything out, and then re-read the recipe and discovered that, while you bought cream of coconut, the recipe asked for coconut cream? (Or vice versa?) This kind of thing happens to me all the time (and it’s why we always seem to have some extra coconut cream around the house – because returns are a pain). If you find [...]
Schmaltz vs Olive Oil: The Ultimate Verdict
Torn between the rich flavor of schmaltz and the Mediterranean charm of olive oil? Fear not! I'm here to settle the score and help you make a decision. Below, I'll cover the differences between schmaltz and olive oil, explore their uses in baking and cooking, compare their nutritional values, discuss proper storage methods, and finally determine the best choice. Let's dive in! Comparing schmaltz vs olive [...]
Flaxseed Oil vs Olive Oil: The Ultimate Verdict
Are you confused about which oil to use for your cooking and baking needs? Well, let's settle the debate once and for all: flaxseed oil vs olive oil. These two oils have been widely acclaimed for their health benefits and culinary versatility, but what sets them apart? Comparing flaxseed oil vs olive oil Flaxseed oilOlive Oil (Extra Virgin)Olive Oil (Light/Pure/Regular)Olive Oil (Virgin oil)Solid or [...]
Coconut Oil Popcorn
Learn how to make homemade popcorn with coconut oil, organic popcorn, and sea salt. We are absolute popcorn lovers in our home. When we are craving a snack (or a Friday movie night at home), its off to the kitchen to make a batch of our homemade popcorn. It's such an easy to make snack and very healthy for both adults and children. My husband and I have finally perfected our coconut oil popcorn recipe and wanted to [...]
Almond Oil vs Olive Oil: Which is Better?
Both almond oil and olive oil are natural cooking oils, but which is better? Should you choose an oil that comes from almonds or olives? I’ll give you all the important details below, along with some tips for how to use each, to help you decide! Comparing almond oil vs olive oil Almond oilOlive Oil (Extra Virgin)Olive Oil (Light/Pure/Regular)Olive Oil (Virgin oil)Solid or Liquid?LiquidLiquidLiquidLiquidSmoke Point [...]
