Like most fruits, pomegranates are only in season during a certain time of the year, so the seeds can be difficult to get hold of out of season, especially if you live somewhere that doesn’t grow them. Pomegranates can be quite expensive even when they are in season, but they are packed full of nutrients and antioxidants. Even when you … Read More
Rice pudding is the perfect way to convince anyone to get a little more protein and iron into their diet, and it applies to fussy eaters of any age. But both milk and rice have their drawbacks, as temperature changes can cause dramatic or even unsafe changes within these vital rice pudding components. Freezing does change the texture of rice … Read More
Polenta is a staple of Italian cooking, specifically northern Italy. The main ingredient of polenta is corn, which has been ground into flour or meal. It still retains the sunny yellow color of corn, and has a sweet taste, making it perfect for baking and savory dishes alike. Uncooked, ground polenta can also be used to replace flour. Polenta has … Read More
You can absolutely freeze potatoes that you’ve cooked, but like with any frozen and then thawed food, it will change in texture than if you used it straight away. If you freeze the potatoes wrong, you can end up with soggy or grainy potatoes, rather than the perfect potatoes you actually wanted. Freezing cooked potatoes does cut down on the … Read More
Pineapple is a great fruit, but it can be difficult to prepare. If you’ve bought some on a whim, you may find yourself putting off actually using it, and now you haven’t got a huge amount of time before it goes bad, and you’ve got a lot to use. Maybe a recipe you were trying for the first time only … Read More
As one of the traditional Thanksgiving dishes, pecan pie is a cornerstone of the holidays. Whether you made it yourself or not, it wouldn’t be the same without some pecan pie. What if you’ve made too much? Holidays centered around good food usually means that you end up with a surplus, but that doesn’t mean it has to end in … Read More
You probably know that peanut butter lasts for quite a while in its original packaging, but there are times when it would be better off in the freezer. Maybe you prefer to make your own peanut butter. You know the fresh stuff doesn’t last nearly as long as the peanut butter you get in stores, simply because it doesn’t contain … Read More
If you’ve made potato salad before, I bet you noticed that it has a very short window of time before it goes off. This is especially annoying when there’s quite a bit of preparation involved in making potato salad, and frustrating if you don’t get around to eating it in time. If you buy it ready-made, you’ll notice that most … Read More
Roast potatoes are a great side dish to any main meal, and they are versatile enough that you can add nearly any type of seasoning you can think of, and they’ll turn out great. The one downside to making roasted potatoes is that the size of the potatoes in any one bag can vary greatly, making it difficult to portion … Read More
Pâté is a creamy, spreadable paste made from spices, onions, and traditionally ground chicken or duck liver, though you can find it made with pork or game, vegetables, or even fish. It can also take the form of a pie or a loaf. If you’re a fan of liverwurst, chances are that you’re eating the same thing as pâté. While … Read More
