2021-04-14 09:00
Today’s article is for almond lovers – nut-allergic people, please look away!
Almonds are beloved among the nut-loving world, because of their unique flavor and versatility. Y… Read More
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2021-04-06 09:00
Raise your hand if you’ve never experienced the surprise of biting into a peppercorn!
Okay, kidding aside – I love peppercorns, as well as all manner of pepper spices and powd… Read More
2021-03-31 09:00
Anyone who’s ever baked their own loaf of bread would be familiar with yeast. It’s an essential ingredient for baking, responsible for the rise and airiness of baked dough (which… Read More
2021-02-04 08:00
When people talk about peppermint, they usually think of holiday candies, or breath freshener mints, or those little bits of chocolate they hand out at the Olive Garden while you’re wa… Read More
2021-02-03 15:00
Onions – they’re so familiar to us that we sometimes forget they count as food on their own. These many-layered bulbs come in different colors, from livid purple to pale green, a… Read More
2021-02-03 08:00
What do coconuts remind you of?
If you say tropical sunsets, beaches, palm trees, and an ‘80s synthwave soundtrack – well, me too. But there’s one thing coconuts should… Read More
2021-01-06 08:00
Vampires, look away!
It may not be Halloween anymore, and spring is right around the corner, but the season for garlic is all-year round. This resilient little plant – a distant cou… Read More
2021-01-05 14:30
Ah, navy beans. Ever heard of them?
Navy beans are among the lesser-known white beans that fall under the “common beans” umbrella. The bean, also known as the haricot or Bosto… Read More
2021-01-05 11:30
We see ketchup everywhere. There are decades-long debates about which brands are best (I personally prefer this one for its flavor), how best to serve them, and even whether or not ketchup i… Read More
2021-01-05 08:00
Okay, let’s get it out of the way: everyone knows tomatoes are fruits. This is trivia that we learn as kids, a little piece of kitchen wisdom that we carry with us as we grow older, wi… Read More
2020-12-18 14:30
I love tuna. They’re delightfully flavored even on their own, and they come in so many varieties that you could have a different tuna for every day of the week. A staple to many cuisin… Read More
2020-12-18 08:00
What in the world is a caper?
This was a question I once asked myself while shopping for various ingredients for a dinner party. I’ve not used them before at the time, and I’d… Read More
2020-12-17 14:30
Are you undecided with your food options for Phase 1 of the fast metabolism diet?
This is a common hurdle that many FMD enthusiasts face at least once. Beginners may find themselves eithe… Read More
2020-12-17 08:00
What’s the most common seasoning that you can think of?
If you answered “salt and pepper”, then you’d be right. In 2019 alone, nearly 300 million metric tons of sa… Read More
2020-11-27 08:00
Okay, let’s be honest for a quick minute: a lot of healthy food, let’s be real here, just doesn’t taste good. We can already hear some of you protesting – this or tha… Read More
2020-11-25 14:30
Onions – they’re our favorite excuse for crying in the kitchen. Okay, okay, we’re kidding – they’re one of our least favorite things to eat as kids, and become… Read More
2020-11-25 08:00
Ah, hickory. Some of us love it, some of us would be happy to live without it. The hickory flavor isn’t for everyone, but for those who do enjoy it, you’ll be glad to know that t… Read More
2020-11-24 08:00
Who doesn’t like salsa? It’s one of the most popular toppings in North America, where it’s served in different variations throughout the continent. Flavorful and easy to ma… Read More
2020-11-23 08:00
Ah, curry: the very tasty dish with a strong aroma that’ll take you days to get over. They’re a fun meal to have during cold weather, and they’re easy to pair up with other… Read More
2020-11-19 08:00
Let’s talk about vinegar.
Chances are you have a bottle of this condiment somewhere in your kitchen, and you use it mostly for salads and impromptu cleanups when you’re out of… Read More
2020-11-18 08:00
Real quick: do you like pickles?
This divisive question is a tale as old as time, it feels like. Many cultures all over the world have turned to pickling fruits and vegetables to preserve… Read More
2020-11-17 14:00
Ah, coconuts – when we think about coconuts, we imagine palm trees, white sand, and wide open seas along with it. It’s the perfect thing to hold while having your photo taken dur… Read More
2020-11-17 08:00
Coconut is considered one of the healthiest foods on the planet. It has a lot of plant-based protein, almost every part of the plant can be used towards some helpful purpose, and even if you… Read More
2020-11-16 14:30
Here’s an interesting tidbit that probably won’t be too surprising: 1 in every 4 American adults don’t know how to cook. And as for baking? Flip the ratio – that&rsqu&hell…Read More
2020-11-16 08:00
Do you like chickpeas?
I personally like them, especially when I’m on Phase 1 of the fast metabolism diet, where it’s a recommended source of plant-based proteins. They have a… Read More
2020-11-13 08:00
Real quick: do you know how many kinds of paprika exists in the market today?
If you’re like me – a casual cook, eternal food appreciator – then you probably didn’… Read More
2020-11-12 14:30
Once upon a time, the strangely shaped ginger spice (or herb, depending on which classification system you’re using) was more expensive than livestock.
Yes, you read that right &nda&hell…Read More
2020-11-11 08:00
Let’s talk about squash. Specifically, let’s talk about the one that’s called, rather interestingly, the butternut squash.
It’s not often that squash gets very int… Read More
2020-11-10 11:00
Here’s a funny little piece of trivia: most people aren’t aware that bell peppers are, categorically speaking, a fruit.
Yes, you read that right. These delightfully spicy litt… Read More
2020-11-10 08:00
Quick: what’s the difference between baking powder and baking soda?
You’d be surprised to know that even some seasoned bakers and baking enthusiasts don’t quite know wha… Read More
2020-11-06 11:00
Almonds – they’re a very popular type of nut that many of us know well. Whether it’s as a snack or as an ingredient in baked goods and other dishes, almonds have been well… Read More
2020-11-06 08:00
Do you like peanut butter?
Chances are, if you grew up in North America, you’ve given peanut butter a try in one form or another. Whether you’re eating it in its original, hig… Read More
2020-11-05 11:00
Chocolates – they’re a staple of any Valentine’s Day celebration, a childhood favorite drink during cold weather, and depending on where you get your chocolate fix, probabl… Read More
2020-11-05 08:00
Quick trip down memory lane: do you remember those kitschy gift plants where you watered a pot with a bobble-head toy on top, and then the plant grew out to form hair and other stuff out as… Read More
2020-11-04 14:30
Who doesn’t love coconuts?
Coconuts are like the Swiss Army knife of the plant world. Practically every part of the coconut plant can be used for some purpose. The trunk of the coco… Read More
2020-11-04 08:00
Ah, jalapenos. They’re a popular starter chili for people with mild tastes, and they’re a good way to add a spark of flavor to many dishes. Many of us are familiar with jalapenos… Read More
2020-10-22 08:00
At the risk of getting people upset, I have a confession to make: I enjoy pineapple on pizza.
Yes, I know, this is a highly divisive preference. But think about it! The sour-sweet tones a… Read More
2020-10-15 09:00
Nutmeg – it’s a lovely name for a spice with just as lovely a flavor profile. It’s a popular spice used in holiday treats, special drinks, and baked goods, especially in No… Read More
2020-10-09 08:00
Let’s get it out of the bag right away: wild rice isn’t actually true rice. Surprise!
Wild rice, a popular gluten-free food product, is a type of aquatic grass that is native… Read More
2020-09-29 14:00
What’s a breakfast sandwich that’s more classic than a peanut butter and jelly sandwich?
For those who aren’t allergic or sensitive to peanuts, the quintessential PB &am&hell…Read More
2020-09-29 08:00
Like many beans that we know and love, black beans are often found in grocery stores and supermarkets in various forms of preparation. You can have them canned, you can have them dried, and… Read More
2020-09-28 14:30
Onions – we either love them or hate them.
The vegetable – and yes, it is botanically categorized as a vegetable – is a close cousin to garlic and leeks, and is found in… Read More
2020-09-28 08:00
Green beans – also known as snap beans or string beans – are a familiar vegetable to many households all across North America. Available both as fresh produce and as a canned pro… Read More
2020-09-23 08:00
Ah, oatmeal.
Most of us know of oatmeal through a very popular brand, and as the food our grandmothers would serve that made us wish for sugary cereals as children (well, I did anyway). O… Read More
2020-09-22 15:00
Do you like milk?
Many of us love dairy. Whether it’s a glass of milk with cookies, a hefty serving of ice cream, or a cheese-heavy sandwich, dairy products feature prominently in a… Read More
2020-09-22 11:00
Quick: what do you use vinegar for?
Vinegar has the strange honor of being both a cooking ingredient and a cleaning agent. The condiment, which gets its name from the French vin aigre (me… Read More
2020-09-22 08:00
If you’ve been to an Asian fusion restaurant before, then you’ll have been familiar with one very popular ingredient: seaweed. From miso soup to maki rolls to a wide variety of m… Read More
2020-09-21 14:00
Coriander, coriander, coriander – what is it?
Most of us know that coriander and cilantro come from the same plant – are, in fact, the same plant, though outside of the United… Read More
2020-09-21 08:00
Grapeseed oil – if this is your first time hearing about it, you must be wondering whether it’s exactly as it sounds, or if it’s the byproduct of something else entirely. A… Read More
2020-09-17 08:00
Quinoa – it seems like everyone and their mom were talking about it nonstop at one point. The grain (though many will argue that it’s not one, technically) is a very popular heal… Read More
2020-09-16 11:00
Azuki beans aren’t the first thought people have when it comes to the fast metabolism diet – and people are missing out on this delightful little bean.
Growing up, these beans… Read More
2020-09-16 08:00
When it comes to healthy nutritional properties, we don’t really think of herbs and spices first thing. We think crop vegetables like carrots, or leafy greens like kale, or even lean s… Read More
2020-09-16 08:00
Let’s get it out of the way first: sodium is good for the body when consumed in moderation. Eating a lot of salty foods, on the other hand, isn’t healthy, and this is why it&rsqu&hell…Read More
2020-09-15 14:00
Hey there. Have you had broth today?
Getting healthy often involves cutting down on a lot of flavorful foods because they either lack the nutrients our bodies need or because they’r… Read More
2020-09-15 11:00
Ah, pecans. We love them during the cooler seasons, as they add a nutty, buttery flavor to dishes and desserts. Sometimes they feature in off-season dishes and snacks, but we only really not… Read More
2020-09-15 08:00
Do you like mushrooms?
This question is pretty divisive in some circles. Some people absolutely love it, and personally I’m one of them, but there are also many who find the flavor… Read More
2020-09-14 17:00
Rosemary, rosemary, rosemary – it’s a very lovely name, and many of us know it as half of the title of a classic horror movie, or as an herb, or as both. Given our blog, we&rsquo&hell…Read More
2020-09-14 14:00
Sage – for many, this aromatic herb is only really used in the kitchen during Thanksgiving, as stuffing for the turkey (or duck, or chicken, there may even be space for it in the turdu… Read More
2020-09-14 11:00
It’s sometimes a struggle to get ourselves to eat our vegetables.
I know, I know – most of us are adults now. This shouldn’t be a problem, right?
Sadly, many adult Am… Read More
2020-09-14 08:00
Do you like chili peppers?
Chili peppers. They are a popular spice that is used as seasoning for many kinds of dishes. I personally love them. There are so many different kinds, with subt… Read More
2020-09-13 08:00
Legumes – who doesn’t love legumes? From black beans and lentils to kidney beans and soybeans, there’s a lot to choose from and a lot to love, as well.
My personal favor… Read More
2020-09-12 08:00
Paprika is a popular spice that, unfortunately, gets third-wheeled between salt and pepper very often. It’s not as brackish or sharply flavored like salt, but it’s also a differe… Read More
2020-09-11 14:00
I’m going to be very honest with you: I love, love, love hot sauce.
To give you an idea of how much I love hot sauce, my kitchen contains about 2 to 3 bottles of it at any given tim… Read More
2020-09-11 08:00
Let’s talk about the chickpea.
If you’re on a diet, whether it’s the fast metabolism diet or otherwise, then you’ve gotten familiar with the spiel about legumes be… Read More
2020-09-04 15:00
Salt – of the earth, of staying salty, partner in crime to pepper. There once was a time in our recorded history when salt was worth more than bars of gold, and was treasured as a gift… Read More
2020-09-04 11:00
Quick, name three dishes off the top of your head that makes liberal use of tomato sauce.
Easy, right? Did you think of a soup, or a baked dish, or a casserole? A pizza, maybe, or a pasta… Read More
2020-09-04 08:00
Ah, the humble vanilla.
For many of us, our familiarity with vanilla comes in the form of pastries and confections. Whether it’s vanilla bean drinks from our favorite coffee shops… Read More
2020-09-02 06:07
Buckwheat – many consider it a grain, and it certainly tastes like one so much that it’s considered a cereal when it comes to being served. Interestingly, though, is that buckwhe… Read More
2020-08-24 08:00
Summer giving way to cooler temperatures has always been the sign of a seasonal change, and pretty soon we’ll be upon it. Fall season is kicking in in a few weeks, and with it comes pu… Read More
2020-08-20 08:00
When I first heard the words “cream of tartar” from my sister (who loves to bake), I’d assumed it was some kind of dessert like custard, or a savory soup flavor like cream… Read More
2020-08-19 08:00
The season of the pumpkin will soon be upon us – and with it comes the ever-popular (and popularly referenced) pumpkin spice drinks and treats that many of us look forward to every fal… Read More
2020-08-14 13:00
If you’re anything like me, you love baked goods. There’s something really appealing about biting into a freshly baked pastry and feeling the baked dough come apart in your mouth… Read More
2020-08-14 08:00
There’s a special place in the great halls of Americana culture for southern cuisine, and nothing is as uniquely and specifically Southern like Cajun flavors. Originating from the hear… Read More
2020-08-11 08:00
Is broth worth it? It’s clear, it’s lightly flavored, and it’s a little plain – if you’ve been on a diet like the fast metabolism diet, you’ll have encoun… Read More
2020-08-10 08:00
Rice is a staple in many Asian cuisines. This nifty little grain, which is typically harvested every 5-6 months during the summer, is served at the tables of millions of families everyday &n&hell…Read More
2020-08-07 11:00
Spices – let’s talk about them.
Once upon a time, a long long time ago, they were worth more than gold. The modern kitchen’s spice rack would’ve marked us as extre… Read More
2020-08-07 08:00
Who doesn’t love tomatoes?
Okay, to be fair, there are people who are allergic to tomatoes – and it’s estimated to affect 1.5% of people descended from Northern Europe… Read More
2020-08-06 11:00
There was a period, just a few years ago, where broth was all the rage – everyone was either making it, drinking it, or both. Celebrities were endorsing them on talk shows (sometimes f… Read More
2020-08-06 08:00
Itching for some gluten-free pasta, but can’t find a decent batch from your local food store?
Consider making them from scratch.
Let’s be clear from the outset: the recipe… Read More
2020-08-03 08:00
Did you know that clams, along with most shellfish, are on the approved foods list for the fast metabolism diet Phase 3?
This should come as no surprise, as clams are a great source of pr… Read More
2020-07-30 11:00
If you live in North America, you’ve most likely had, at least once in your life so far, eaten a sandwich with mustard in it. This condiment, with its sharp, tangy flavor, is something… Read More
2020-07-30 08:00
Popeye The Sailor was one of my favorite animated shows growing up. For those who aren’t familiar, the titular Popeye is a sailor who goes through a number of troubles in order to win… Read More
2020-07-29 08:00
What is nutritional yeast?
If you’re keeping up with vegan dieting news, the phrase “nutritional yeast” is bound to have come up a few times. It’s a popular food p… Read More
2020-07-28 11:00
Tomatoes – they’re our favorite fruit to cook into our food, so much so that they’re considered honorary vegetables. A lot of our popular foods make use of tomatoes in some… Read More
2020-07-28 08:00
Tarragon is one of those herbs that you’ve probably encountered without realizing. With a flavor profile that’s similar with anise and licorice, tarragon can be easily confused f… Read More
2020-07-27 11:00
Have you ever used an oil sprayer on your food?
If you’re anything like me, you probably didn’t realize that you can spray oil – more specifically, that there are kitche… Read More
2020-07-27 08:00
“Extra virgin olive oil.”
Let’s take a moment to take it seriously, and ask ourselves why there’s such a buzz over the phrase – and olive byproduct – t… Read More
2020-07-24 08:00
We’re all familiar with celery (or at least, we hope so). The crunchy stalk of a vegetable with its bright leafy greens is a popular ingredient for salads, savory dishes, soups, and ev… Read More
2020-07-23 12:00
We’re all familiar with meat-based protein sources. After all, it’s one of the first things we learn in school about the kinds of food we eat – meat is protein, vegetables… Read More
2020-07-23 08:00
Who doesn’t love baked goods?
Bread and similar foodstuffs are undeniable staples in the modern American diet – whether it’s toast for breakfast, sandwiches for lunch, o… Read More
2020-07-21 17:00
Are you familiar with the caraway spice? Chances are high that you’ve encountered this spice before without realizing it – if you’ve tried rye bread before, you’ve de… Read More
2020-07-21 14:00
Are fennel seeds healthy?
We’ve been asked this question from time to time; after all, fennel (both seeds and bulb) are on the approved foods lists for all three fast metabolism die… Read More
2020-07-21 11:00
Walnuts – for those who aren’t allergic to it, walnuts are a tasty snack and dish ingredient that is also a great source of nutrients. It’s a powerhouse of a food item, as… Read More
2020-07-21 08:00
Did you know that there are at least 5 different types of vinegar?
If your culinary expertise is of the “whatever’s available at the supermarket” kind, then you’ve… Read More
2020-07-20 17:00
Fennel seeds are a spice that are well-loved in many regions in Asia, and have a growing following all over the world. The plant it originates from (Foeniculum vulgare) is well-known in herb… Read More
2020-07-20 14:00
Let’s do a fact drop real quick: sauerkraut is a type of fermented cabbage dish that is popular in Germany, where the dish variant’s name originates.
If you’ve had kimch… Read More
2020-07-20 11:00
Do you like pine nuts?
This crunchy, buttery, sweet-flavored nut is a popular ingredient for many dishes, especially pesto, for which they’re a key ingredient. While the nut isn&rsq&hell…Read More
2020-07-20 08:00
Kidney beans – we’re all familiar with them. Whether it’s rice and beans, chili, or kidney bean soup, this particular bean is ingrained into most of modern America’s… Read More
2020-07-17 08:00
Old Bay seasoning is one of those things with place names that we don’t really think about. Like with Worcestershire sauce, tangerines, and kobe beef, some foods just sound right havin… Read More
2020-07-16 17:00
Quick: what tastes like pepper, cloves, juniper, cinnamon, and nutmeg all at the same time, while not having a single one of those spices as an ingredient?
If you answered “allspice… Read More
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