Garlic is one of the most popular — and oldest — ingredients in global cuisine. People have been cultivating and cooking with garlic for around 5,000 years, and it shows no sign of falling out of fashion. Its rich history as a cooking…
Have you ever stopped at the gas station for a snack? What about a snack of giant sausage links served in a box? Meet boudin. In Southwest Louisiana, you’ll find this sausage nearly everywhere — gas stations, convenience stores, and…
Some cheeses are the perfect addition to an appetizer spread, like creamy Brie. Others are ideal for crumbling or shredding on a salad, like feta or cheddar. And still, other cheeses have the perfect melty texture for pizza and panini,…
Whether shopping for themselves or a friend or loved one, at some point, most people will walk into their local store to find ingredients for a gluten-free recipe only to balk at the sky-high prices of the products. Five dollars…
Brown butter is having a moment. Once found primarily in French cuisine, where it’s known as beurre noisette, brown butter has made its way into a host of sweet and savory recipes ranging from mashed potatoes to gooey cake, and even…
The dragon fruit, best known for its vibrant pink exterior and spotted interior, has seen significant growth in popularity in recent years. A few years back, suddenly everyone was sharing pics of their dragon fruit-studded smoothie bowls on social media,…
Tortillas are the backbone of most Mexican cooking, and they also present us with one of the most difficult questions a taco-lover can face: Flour or corn. Of course, both of these choices can be delicious, especially when they are…
Remember the ice cream guy from Disney’s “Lilo and Stitch?” He’s the sunburned beach guy, always spotted with his iconic ice cream cone. Yet, we never actually see him eat it, as every time he tries, the Hawaii heat thwarts…
If you do any cooking at all, you probably have a black pepper shaker on your counter. And if you make steaks (such as peppercorn-crusted tuna steaks), rich sauces, or any dish where you want that extra fresh boost of peppery…
We all know someone who swears by using frozen fruit. Freezing products is one of the most popular ways to extend the shelf life of and store fruits like strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries. As far as frozen fruit goes, blueberries…