Macaroons vs. Macarons: What’s the Difference? Do you know the difference between a macaroon (two os; pronounced “mack-ah-ROON”) and a macaron (one o; pronounced “mack-ah-ROHN”)? Read More »
Homemade Fresh Cheese? Yes Whey! Do you remember this nursery rhyme … Little Miss Muffet, sat on a tuffet, eating her curds and whey. Along came a spider, who sat down beside her, and frightened Miss Muffet away? Read More »
Homemade Ice Cream Secrets Ice cream is a favorite hot summer day treat. Since July is National Ice Cream Month, what better time to cool down with homemade ice cream? Read More »
Monte Cristo Sandwiches September 17 is National Monte Cristo Day. What exactly is the Monte Cristo sandwich? Read More »
Stir the Pot With Clam Chowder A favorite way to enjoy clams is in a steamy bowl of chowder. There are four styles of clam chowder that are in contentious rivalry. All clam chowder has the basics: clams, potatoes, salt pork Read More »
The Popeye Power of Spinach Leafy greens tend to have extremely low-calorie values per serving, and spinach is no exception. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 1 cup of raw spinach has only 7 calories. Read More »