Food & Drink

Whole milk refers to cow’s milk that contains at least 3.25% fat. Some recipes call for whole milk. Others call for lower-fat milk. It depends on the thickness of the mixture that you want to achieve. But the good news is that even without whole milk, you can use alternatives. What are some of the … Read more

Heavy cream is the thick, fat-rich part of milk that rises to the top during processing. Heavy cream adds richness and creaminess to food. It is among the highest fat milk products. Fat content ranges between 36% for heavy cream and 30% for whipping cream. Some people do not want such high-fat content in their … Read more

Oregano is an everyday herb that adds magic to Greek and Italian dishes. Anytime you want to cook something of Italian or Greek cuisine, oregano makes its way to the kitchen. Pizza, pasta sauce, or some vinaigrette, all of these dishes taste better with oregano. The herb adds a bit of peppery, zesty bite to … Read more

Greek yogurt is one of the more nutritious beverages. And even if you do not have it in your fridge, you can easily find a substitute for Greek yogurt. Cooking and substituting ingredients expands your skills and recipes. Greek yogurt brings a ton of health benefits to every dish. We love it. But sometimes you … Read more

Eggs are like magic. They are among the most commonly used ingredients in cooking. Eggs help baked goods rise, they bind ingredients, lend moisture, and add richness to the dish. Yet, not all people can/will use them. For example, vegans, people allergic to eggs, and those who stick to an eggless diet avoid eggs. What … Read more

Do you love chili? You do? Oh great. You probably know how a slice of fresh cornbread complements a bowl of chili, right? There is nothing like it. But can you make cornbread without cornmeal? Of course you. It is a feat you can pull off thanks to many substitutes for cornmeal. Besides baking cornbread, … Read more