BULGUR 101: A lot of people confuse bulgur with cracked wheat. It is cracked wheat, usually Durum, but with a difference. Bulgur is parboiled. That makes it so easy to use; it needs much less cooking time. In fact, it doesn’t have to be cooked; you can just soak it in water or broth to […]
COUSCOUS 101 Couscous is a type of pasta originating from North Africa. It’s made from crushed durum wheat semolina flour and water shaped into tiny granular pieces. There are two different types of couscous: fresh and instant. Fresh, handmade couscous is steamed for about an hour, whereas instant – the one found at grocery stores […]
HEALTH BENEFITS OF GINGER: Ginger is rich with nutrients and bioactive compounds that have significant benefits for your body and brain. Specifically, ginger is high in gingerol, a powerful anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant substance. It has been shown to lower blood sugar levels and improve various heart disease risk factors in people with type 2 diabetes. […]
WHAT IS A CLAFOUTIS? It’s essentially a batter pudding, usually with fruits. The term originates from the French verb clafir, that means “to fill” referring to the part of the process that happens after the fruits are arranged on a buttered baking dish, the pan is filled with eggy batter. It’s best enjoyed warm -it’s […]
HEALTH BENEFITS OF SCALLOPS: They are healthy and delicious and there’s little reason to avoid scallops as they’re overall considered safe. Scallops are high in protein, and omega 3 fatty acids, as well as rich in a number of trace minerals, such as selenium, zinc, and copper.
HOW TO KEEP YOUR GRILL PAN IN A GREAT SHAPE: Many different cookware items, from frying pans and woks to skillets and grill pans, need to be seasoned (also known as ‘curing’) before use, protecting them from rust and giving them a coating that prevents food from sticking. You don’t need much, just a light […]
WHEATBERRY NUTRITION: Wheat berries are a whole grain, nutrient-dense food. Whole grains are high in fiber and essential nutrients, such as iron, zinc, magnesium, selenium, and B vitamins. Whea tberries may protect from cancer, prevent cardiovascular disease and stroke, reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes, help reduce bad cholesterol and improve digestive health.
BLUEBERRY AND KIWI NUTRITION FACTS: Blueberries are a good source of fiber, a good source of Vitamin C, and contain various vitamins and minerals. They have the highest antioxidant levels of all fruits and vegetables. Flavonoids appear to be the berries’ antioxidant with the most significant effect. Kiwis are remarkably high in vitamin C, an […]
ROLLED OATS 101 Rolled oats are lightly processed whole-grain food. Traditionally, they are made from oat groats that have been unhulled and steamed, before being rolled into flat flakes under big rollers and then preserved by being lightly toasted.
