One glimpse of chocolate, and you are no doubt searching through your bag of excuses to justify a bite or two. You’ve likely heard that it is good for your heart health. And, you desperately want it to be true, but is it? The answer depends on the piece of chocolate you’re eye-balling. Within each […]
Gluten-Free Baking Basics
Gluten is the name for one of the proteins that is found in wheat, barley, and rye as well as specialty wheat such as triticale and spelt. These proteins such as those found in wheat flours make dough elastic and stretchy. This elasticity also traps gas within baked goods, which provide a light airy structure. […]
Preparing Delicious and Safe Meals with Frozen Foods
Using frozen foods can be a great way to get a quick meal on the table. Correctly preparing frozen foods not only maximizes nutrition and flavor but also helps prevent foodborne illness. Unfortunately, it can be easy to overlook safe preparation when a frozen product already has grill marks on it and looks ready to just bite into! Keep frozen foods safe and delicious: Read the package to determine if the frozen product should be […]
