Swiss chard is a leafy green vegetable that comes in a rainbow of colors. This vegetable is not only beautiful, but also very nutritious, low in calories. Swiss chard is becoming more popular by the day, but depending on where you are,...

Basil pesto is a rich and delicious solution to many different otherwise bland and boring recipes, from pizza and pasta to sandwiches or even roast beef. It's versatile and elegant, despite being incredibly easy to make at home. But what if you...

Have you ever thought about what would be the best alternative to cornstarch for frying chicken? The best substitute for cornstarch is potato starch. It has just the right structure to provide the crunchy, stiff coating that cornstarch provides. Plus, it doesn't taste...

Pecan tart is a very popular dessert, and with good reason, who doesn't love its sweet and nutty flavor, topped off with a dollop of ice cream? If you make your pecan pie at home, you'll want to make sure it...

Paprika, being one of the usual members of every spice drawer, often makes us think about the shelf life of spices. Does the paprika go bad? Paprika can last almost indefinitely if you store it properly. However, ground paprika will keep its best...

You come home after a long day at work, hungry and ready to eat. You take out the chicken you bought at the store a day or two ago and open the package to prepare it for cooking. As you do so,...

Parmesan cheese is a somewhat unique food. Although true fresh Parmesan cheese does exist, many of us are more familiar with the grated Parmesan cheese that is used to sprinkle on food. You know what we're talking about, right? That tub or container...

If you are a fan of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, you may not need to worry about the storage conditions of the jelly. But if you're someone who keeps a jar of Jello somewhere in the kitchen just in case...

There is a surprising amount of controversy surrounding vegetables. And not just the "a tomato is technically a fruit" thing. One of the biggest conversations is about whether different fruits and vegetables should be kept at room temperature or in the fridge. Everyone...

It is a pure pleasure to eat a cake fresh out of the oven. But what if the cake needs frosting? Frosting a cake that has been baked at 350°F is not a good idea, as it will melt. So how long does...