Meat is a concentrated source of nutrients and has been consumed by humans for centuries. The most common sources of meat around the world are animals such as cattle, pork, and poultry, as well as goats, sheep, and buffalo. Other less common...

Pesto is one of the most popular sauces. With its grassy and nutty flavor, this sauce pairs well with many foods. But should you give up your favorite Italian sauce if you're on keto? Is pesto keto?  Traditional pesto made with pine nuts, basil,...

Whether it's baking, making a sauce, preparing a rich stew or whipping up a decadent dessert, guar gum can help. It's an amazing thickening and binding agent, providing structural integrity to gluten-free baked goods and emulsifying fats and oil to prevent...

White rice is one of the most suitable foods for long-term storage. Store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place and it will last for several decades and even indefinitely. How is rice stored long term? There are multiple methods...

Liquid cream is an incredibly useful and versatile ingredient that is used in both savory and sweet recipes. It helps add creaminess, moisture, some nutritional value, a nice golden color, and can even add air to recipes (when whipped).  However, sometimes it...

If you've never tried dehydrating broccoli and cauliflower, you're missing out on a healthy snack and a great way to extend the shelf life of these vegetables. But how to dehydrate broccoli and cauliflower?  There are a few dehydration methods that you...

Who doesn't love ice cream cake? It's the best of both worlds and is just the thing to serve at a summer party. Although ice cream cake is great, you have to refine how to store and serve it so you don't...

When you're in a hurry, knowing how to cool a cake quickly can be the difference between disaster and success. You can't put the frosting directly on a hot cake, unless you want to create a mess and melt the frosting,...

Zucchini can be cut and prepared in many fun ways, but perhaps the best way to cook it is by boiling it. This vegetable requires some cooking experience, but luckily there are a few methods you can use to cook and...

Kumquats and loquats are two of the most underrated and underutilized fruits of all time that, while they sound and look a bit alike, are very different in terms of their taste, their uses, and the climate in which they...