Raisins can make or break an oatmeal cookie and are a fantastic alternative to candy if you're trying to cut down on your sweets. You can put them on just about everything, from cereals to baked goods to trail mixes and...

Few things smell as bad as a potato that has gone bad in your pantry. Aside from food waste, there are many reasons why you might want to store your potatoes for long-term freshness. Many people are under the impression that potatoes...

If you are like most of the world, you like to have simple options for dinner. In fact, you may prefer to prepare options ahead of time and freeze them for later use. The problem is that we always seem to get...

If you like Indian food, chances are you have experienced the delicious taste of samosas. They are popular in South and Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Central Asia, and North Africa especially, as well as other regions of the world. Nowadays, samosas...

Pumpkin seeds, also sometimes known as pepitas, are one of the few snacks you can snack on to your heart's content and not only not feel guilty about snacking, but be proud of your healthy choice. Pumpkin seeds are packed with...

You may have mixed feelings about another long, cold fall and winter, but in the US it means one very special thing: pomegranate season. Pomegranates are available almost everywhere in the United States from September through New Year's, and they bring...

Bread has always been a staple food for many cultures. Instead of throwing away the stale bread, someone came up with the idea of dipping the bread in a mixture of eggs and milk and frying it in a pan. This simple...

Vanilla beans are a great item to have on hand. Many sweet recipes call for them, but you can also use them to make your own vanilla at home. You will be surprised to know all the uses that a vanilla pod...

Seafood is one of the most extraordinary food options on the market. Not everyone has a taste for seafood, but those who do know that the flavors are unmatched and that there are plenty of seafood options to enjoy. Whether you like...

Cheesecake is a popular and versatile dessert. There are many varieties and textures, and it can be covered in endless ways. You can serve it as a whole cake or in miniature form. It is very popular at parties, social events and special...