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We Finally Know Whether Olives Are Actually Fruits Or Vegetables

We Finally Know Whether Olives Are Actually Fruits Or Vegetables When enjoying tapenade, olives on your pizza, or drizzling olive oil on your salad, you probably aren't thinking about whether olives are a vegetable or fruit. Since olives are naturally bitter-tasting, it seems obvious that they are vegetables. Or is it? It's official, olives are the fruit of the Olea Europaea tree. They are more specifically a stone fruit, or drupe, like cherries, apricots, or peaches.

You Should Definitely Be Freezing All Of Your Extra Herbs

You Should Definitely Be Freezing All Of Your Extra Herbs Fresh herbs elevate even the simplest dishes into an experience. The problem is whether you grow your own or buy fresh herbs from your local grocery store, they don't last very long. While this paper towel trick can extend the life of your fresh herbs, they still will only last a few weeks at most. If you want to enjoy the scent and taste of herbs without waste, then you may be interested in freezing your extra herbs.

You Should Know The Difference Between Scotch And Bourbon - Foodie

You Should Know The Difference Between Scotch And Bourbon The world of whiskey can be both confusing and fascinating. The nuances of flavor, aroma, and origin tell a story in every glass. But first, it helps to understand some basic terminology. For example, when deciding whether to order Scotch and bourbon, you may wonder what's the difference. Both are popular and iconic whiskies. Scotch and bourbon are both grain-based spirits that are distilled and barrel-aged.

Why You Should Be Using Your Stove's Back Burners More Often - Foodie

Why You Should Be Using Your Stove's Back Burners More Often

If you use a gas stove, you probably love how quickly it heats up and how evenly it cooks. Unfortunately, it also releases pollutants into the air, including carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and formaldehyde into your home, according to the California Air Resources Board. Exposure to these pollutants can contribute to headaches, and fatigue, and be a trigger for people with asthma or lung conditions.

The Reason You Should Be Blooming Your Spices - Foodie

The Reason You Should Be Blooming Your Spices If you want to coax maximum flavor from your spices and seasoning, then it's time to bloom your spices. "Blooming" or tempering is a cooking technique in which seasonings are cooked in oil before they are added to a dish. Heat helps release the aromas and flavors in many herbs and spices. Plus, blooming can add a new dimension to the texture as seeds may be toasted for a tiny touch of crunch. The technique is deceptively simple. Heat a couple of tabl

The Best Days Of The Week To Eat At Restaurants (Hint: It's Not The Weekend) - Foodie

The Best Days Of The Week To Eat At Restaurants (Hint: It's Not The Weekend) In just about any city, an impromptu visit to a popular restaurant usually comes with a long wait time, stressed staff, and a noisy, crowded environment; that is if you go during the weekend. While it is nice to have dinner with a date or unwind with friends during brunch over the weekend, in many ways, the best days to eat out are actually earlier in the week.

You Should Be Infusing Your Cocktail's Simple Syrup More Often - Foodie

You Should Be Infusing Your Cocktail's Simple Syrup More Often

Whether you enjoy mixing your own cocktails or baking, homemade infused simple syrup is an easy way to add a special touch to your drinks. Once you get the knack, you just may wonder why you don't do this more often. Whether you enjoy a fruity drink or something a little more simple, infused syrups can be one of the easiest ways to take a standard drink and make it your signature cocktail.

The Etiquette Rules You Should Follow When At A Winery - Foodie

The Etiquette Rules You Should Follow When At A Winery Spending an afternoon or evening at a winery is a delightful sensory experience. Not only do you get to drink some delicious vino, but you also get to do it in a gorgeous setting. Whether it is a vineyard where they grow the grapes or an urban tasting room designed to give a similar intimate feeling, most are happy to serve anyone from complete noobs to wine professionals.

Why José Andrés Wants You To Eat More Invasive Lionfish - Mashed

Chef, television personality, and activist José Andrés is known for using his platform to effect change. And this extends to his menu: He wants people to eat edible invasive species like lionfish to help restore balance in the marine ecosystem.

Native to the Indo-Pacific region, lionfish are revered for their beauty. They are also venomous and can become dangerous when they live in areas where they have few natural predators or competitors.

Jell-O's New Logo Is Jiggly – In All The Right Ways - Mashed

Jell-O's New Logo Is Jiggly – In All The Right Ways

Sometimes a catchy jingle isn't enough: Jell-O just announced a branding update designed to convey "jiggly fun" for the whole family. The iconic Kraft Foods brand announced a visual rebranding update for the first time in a decade.

According to The Drum, Jell-O's parent company, Kraft Heinz, recently updated branding and packaging for 18 products, including Kraft Mac & Cheese.

The Shrimp Trick To Keep Your Crab Cakes From Falling Apart - Mashed

The Shrimp Trick To Keep Your Crab Cakes From Falling Apart

Homemade crab cakes never fail to impress. If you use quality ingredients, the biggest problem you may face is keeping the cakes from falling apart. Most crab cake recipes include fillers like bread crumbs or potatoes as well as binders like eggs. These tend to reduce the flavor and you might still find yourself struggling to keep the cakes together long enough to serve them.
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