Eggs are such a common kitchen staple. They appear on plates from breakfast to dinner and dessert. As such, it’s easy to take them for granted. With their impressive nutritional profile, high quality protein, good value, and versatility, eggs are hard to beat. Well, technically, they aren’t – egg whites have unique protein properties that […]
Chocolate: Good for the Heart and Soul
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. […]