Guides

The key to tender, sweet, and healthy Brussels sprouts is to steam them because it’s a gentler cooking process, and you get to keep more nutrients compared to roasting or frying. Use our timing methods below to learn how to properly steam Brussels sprouts and …

If you’ve ever been to Hawaii (or anywhere in the tropics) and tried a pineapple, you probably couldn’t believe how sweet it was. When I was in Thailand, they made smoothies out of pineapple and ice — that’s it — and to this day I …

Cottage cheese is an easy way to add more protein to your diet, but eating it every day can get old pretty fast. Here are all the ways you can dress up plain, old cottage cheese for any time of day.  Benefits of Eating Cottage …

Ever reach for your teddy bear shaped bottle of honey expecting a sweet treat and end up with the jar’s rock hard remains instead? Me too, until I learned how to (patiently) soften honey. Crystallized honey hasn’t gone bad! Use the methods below to revive …

If you want a healthier burger option or want to explore other proteins, consider adding salmon burgers to your regular meal routine! This often-overlooked beef burger alternative is as flavorful and versatile as their hamburger cousins and can even be healthier! Toppings that pair well …

For as long as I can remember, whenever I was asked, “Pancakes or waffles?” the answer was definitively waffles. There are endless waffle toppings, whether you’re looking for a savory brunch entree or sweet treat. Sweet Waffle Toppings These are my favorite sweet waffle toppings.  …

Freezing basil is one of the easiest ways to preserve fresh basil leaves when you have more than you can use. I tend to freeze basil in summer when my garden grows abundantly. I’ll show you how to freeze basil two ways: freezing whole basil …

I got a box full of apples recently from a CSA program, which helps support local farmers who grow organic produce. They were delicious, but I couldn’t eat them all before they went bad and wanted to preserve these for future use. Thankfully, freezing apples …

If you have an abundance of fresh tomatoes from your garden but can’t finish them before they over-ripen or go bad, don’t worry! There’s a simple and easy solution to get in-season tomatoes all year–just freeze them. We’ll teach you how to freeze fresh tomatoes …

Avocado toast is a crowd favorite for breakfast because it’s delicious and easy to make in the morning, but that doesn’t mean you only have to stick to two ingredients. On their own, avocados are full of nutrients like vitamin C, folate, and potassium, among …

Gearing up for a summer BBQ and want to bring your “A game” to the grill? Making burgers at home doesn’t have to be boring or bland, and plenty of options are available if you want healthier toppings or have dietary restrictions.  Assembling a burger …