Founder & Lead Author
Jared Kent has been cooking professionally since 2012. After attending culinary school at Johnson & Wales University, he has worked in a variety of kitchens in different states and countries. Some of his career highlights include working underneath world-renowned chef Marcus Samuelsson, serving as a teaching assistant in the college of culinary arts, managing upscale food trucks, and cooking for tapas-style restaurants.
When cooking with whole fruits and vegetables, there is often some processing that needs to be done to get to the desired product. There are peels, leaves, skins, stems and other assorted scraps that are often discarded in the path to rea...
Jun 23, 2020 Read More
If you're looking for a great way to utilize and preserve vegetables and to add an extra level of delicious flare to your cooking, look no further than making homemade refrigerator pickles, also known as quick pickles. They add a bright a...
Apr 07, 2020 Read More
The humble yet slightly exotic sunchoke. In home kitchens and restaurants alike, it's one of the most underutilized and underappreciated root vegetables anywhere in the world. Part of its mystique comes from some confusion about t...
May 06, 2023 Read More
Bundt cake is one of the best centerpiece desserts you can make. Pull it off and it's a true showstopper that is sure to impress. One of the great things about Bundt cake is that it's so versatile. You can apply so many different flavori...
Oct 21, 2019 Read More
Food is the flavor of life. It is essential to our survival and plays a crucial role in our mental, physical and emotional well-being. Food is a significant component of all cultures, and it's one way to make our life rich and dive...
Mar 03, 2023 Read More
If you've ever watched a movie or read a book in the fantasy genre, you've likely heard references made to sweet mead. This golden elixir seems to be the drink of choice for all the brave warriors that fill our favorite epic tales. But wh...
May 09, 2023 Read More
Food waste is one of the most pervasive and serious issues affecting the world today. The scope of the issue is staggering; according to the USDA, between 30 and 40 percent of all food produced in the US every year is wasted. The United N...
May 09, 2023 Read More
At the best restaurants around the world, the food is not only mind-blowingly delicious, but its also exceedingly beautiful as if the chef is a master painter using the plate as a canvas to create their masterpiece. To make this kind of gor...
Mar 31, 2020 Read More
Nothing screams light and refreshing better than bright, lemony Mediterranean food. This recipe for Chickpea Fritters with a Lemon-Garlic Aioli and Cucumber Salad certainly brings all the best of the Mediterranean to one healthy, deliciou...
Feb 11, 2021 Read More
If you do enough Mediterranean cooking, you're bound to stumble across a recipe that calls for capers. Capers come in those small jars and almost look like pickled peas. You usually find them somewhere near the olives in the Italian secti...
Nov 16, 2021 Read More
When planning for a dinner party or other event, it can be tough to know how much food to make, especially when it comes to figuring out how much salad per person to serve.You definitely don't want to run out of salad midway through the par...
Nov 19, 2025 Read More
If you've ever had your grated parmesan cheese unexpectedly go bad on you right when you're about to use it for your latest Italian masterpiece, you're not alone.And if you're like other folks, you might be wondering how to avoid it. How lo...
Nov 19, 2025 Read More
Lots of popular recipes like carrot cake, coleslaw and so many more call for grated carrots. But what's the best method to actually grate carrots? The most common way is to use a cheese grater or box grater, but that can be time consuming...
Jun 18, 2025 Read More
In recipes and on restaurant menus, you often see the term balsamic used in steps and descriptions. But that term can have a few of different meetings, and without clarification, it can be difficult to know if theyre using balsamic vinega...
Jul 05, 2022 Read More
Copper cookware is an invaluable commodity that yields delicious dividends for many years. Copper pots and pans conduct heat excellently and evenly, allowing for high-powered, fast, efficient cooking. These sets are also very durable and be...
May 21, 2020 Read More
For vegetarians, one of the hardest dishes to give up is a classic spaghetti and meatballs. Thankfully, with the use of chickpeas and a few other nifty ingredients, you can easily make tasty vegetarian meatballs that have all the same ric...
Nov 02, 2021 Read More
Muffins are a great recipe for any baker to master. These muffins take a classic chocolate chip recipe and add a little tropical flare with the addition of coconut extract and coconut flakes. The sweet, nutty coconut pairs wonderfully wit...
Aug 03, 2021 Read More
Most of the vegans I know say that they don't miss many foods from their past omnivorous lives, with one big exception: mac and cheese. Mac and cheese is one of those things we all grew up with. It's a delicious, comforting dish th...
Dec 07, 2021 Read More
A common confusion among tea drinkers is the difference between a tea kettle vs. a tea pot. While they seem similar, they are two different tools, both of which are used for making great tea. So, what is the difference? In short,...
Feb 14, 2023 Read More
Sometimes in cooking, simple, fresh, and healthy is the very best way to go. Nothing encapsulates that concept better than this beautifully simple yet elegant spinach and strawberry salad. The homemade balsamic vinaigrette is toss...
Apr 28, 2023 Read More
Simmering is an invaluable culinary technique that, when used properly, can create magically satisfying foods. It is a method of moist heat cooking that involves cooking something in a pot with hot liquid at a temperature between 185 and...
Apr 20, 2021 Read More
If you've ever made yourself hummus or baba ghanoush, you likely have a jar of tahini that's been hanging for a while and are wondering just how long does tahini last? Do you need to buy a new jar for the next round of hummus? The...
Jan 02, 2024 Read More
For many cooks, miso might not be a frequently used ingredient, so one container may end up hanging out in your fridge for quite a while. Naturally, that begs the question, how long can miso last in the fridge? Is that leftover ja...
Nov 21, 2023 Read More
For those who are trying to avoid high levels of sodium in their diet, marinara sauce is one of those beloved foods that can suddenly become off-limits. There are options for low-sodium pasta sauces in the grocery store, but they...
Apr 26, 2023 Read More
Stroganoff is one of those classic comfort food dishes that we turn to in the colder months to warm our bones and lift our spirits. The rich, creamy brown gravy, soaked up by buttery egg noodles, is the perfect pick me up for a gray, chilly...
Jan 11, 2022 Read More
Garlic. It's one of the few ingredients that manages to find its way into just about everything we cook. It's tasty and versatile, which is why virtually every cuisine in the world uses it heavily in all sorts of dishes. Figuring...
Oct 19, 2021 Read More
Beautiful cabinets are one of the hallmarks of a sleek, attractive, well-designed kitchen. A clean set of cabinets speaks volumes about your kitchen, making the whole kitchen look cleaner, brighter and more inviting. However, sometimes, k...
Jun 26, 2020 Read More
Deep frying is one of the easiest, fastest and tastiest ways of cooking. Cult-favorite foods like French fries, donuts and onion rings all hail from the deep fryer in their crispy, delicious glory. When deep-frying, one of the most import...
Nov 18, 2019 Read More
Any good Italian meal starts with an antipasto plate. Literally translating to not pasta, an antipasto platter is a traditional Italian appetizer that's meant to precede heavier courses. Typically, antipasto is loaded with cured meats, chee...
Apr 19, 2022 Read More
Using a rice cooker is the easiest and most consistent way to cook rice. Simply measure out your rice and water, turn on the rice cooker and let the magic happen for perfectly cooked rice every time. The best part is that when the rice is...
Nov 16, 2019 Read More
Waffles, you know them, you love them. Now you can learn to make them! If you've never been to Belgium, you may have never experienced the true culinary magic of the Belgian waffle. Belgians take waffles to another dimension....
Oct 14, 2019 Read More
Radishes, the famously spicy and crunchy root vegetables, are most commonly found served raw in salads or on credit boards. Too often, radishes are an afterthought and are just tossed into a salad without any real consideration.While radi...
Oct 18, 2019 Read More
How long fresh cilantro lasts all depends on how you store it. When stored incorrectly, your bunch of cilantro may only last for 2-3 days, but with proper storage, fresh cilantro lasts 7-10 days. Luckily, there are some easy hacks to exte...
Jan 18, 2023 Read More
Juicing is quite popular these days, but how long does the fresh juice last? Most juices will last 2-3 days in the fridge after juicing, although it may vary a little bit depending on the kind of juice. If you're making fresh juic...
Mar 15, 2023 Read More
Anyone who cooks frequently is likely to come across an old bottle of balsamic vinegar hiding in the dark recesses of your pantry. You're not quite sure how long it's been there, and you're wondering if it's safe to cook with. You...
May 03, 2022 Read More
Any good spread of Greek food is likely to include a Greek salad, or Choriatiki. Greek salad is a crunchy, refreshing dish with lots of vegetables and feta cheese in a tangy lemon-herb vinaigrette.Typically, a Greek salad has chunks of cucu...
Feb 22, 2022 Read More
Fresh peas are one of the true delights of springtime. Crunchy, sweet and exceptionally refreshing, spring peas are an exciting and versatile vegetable to incorporate into your cooking. Although fresh peas are available year-round in most...
Aug 25, 2020 Read More
Spaetzle is soft, Bavarian-style egg noodles that are typically served with other German fares in an Oktoberfest spread. In this dish, Spaetzle is taken to the Midwest by pairing it with sweet corn. The noodles are sauted with succulent r...
Jul 07, 2020 Read More
Minestrone is a hearty Italian soup that's incredibly delicious, nourishing and satisfying. It's a staple in Italian cuisine because you can add all kinds of vegetables to it, making it a versatile soup to make when you have a fridge full...
Dec 11, 2022 Read More
Greece has some of the most delicious and nourishing food of any country on Earth. Greek food is marvelously simple, yet bold, assertive and exciting. For meat-free eaters, there is a bounty of wholesome vegetarian Greek foods that are ju...
Nov 20, 2019 Read More
Rating : 4.5/5Serves : 4 ServingsDifficulty : EasyApprox. Cost : $19.00Prep Time : 15 MinutesCook Time : 10 MinutesTotal Time : 25 Minutes Eggplant, also known as aubergine, is an incredibly versatile and delicious vegetable. When...
Oct 24, 2019 Read More
Green onions (or scallions) are well-known for their beloved place on baked potatoes and in salads. But you don't often find green onions served cooked, especially if they're whole. That's a shame because whole roasted green onions are an a...
Aug 17, 2021 Read More
Air frying is a fantastic way to cook. It yields crispy, delicious food that tastes as if it came right out of a deep fryer without all of the grease and all of the guilt of traditionally fried food. While air fryers don't create nearly t...
May 09, 2023 Read More
Of the multiple edible gourds, bottle gourd is one of the tastiest and most widely used.It looks just like it sounds. Its a thick, tubular fruit that's in the same family as cucumbers and other gourds. Usually, it is harvested young and use...
Sep 21, 2021 Read More
This blueberry-mint mojito turns a classic summertime drink even more delicious with the addition of fresh blueberries. Blueberries and fresh mint are naturally a great pairing and work wonderfully together to make this simple, refreshing...
Jun 01, 2021 Read More
Ceramic cookware is a safe non-stick alternative to traditional cookware with a non-reactive coat that doesnt leach chemicals into food (causing cancer), is non-stick and cooks food evenly. Believe it or not, the ceramic coat was designed...
Jan 29, 2020 Read More
Tres Leches Cake, a classic Latin sponge cake, is one of the most decadent desserts you will ever have the joy of trying. It gets the name Tres Leches, or three milks, from the liquid that's used to soak the cooked sponge cake, a mixture...
Feb 16, 2021 Read More
For vegetarian eaters, rice is a time-honored ally. Quick, easy, and filling, a bowl of rice with veggies often makes a great entre or side dish, and it's endlessly customizable. But after a while, your usual lineup of favorite rice dishe...
May 18, 2021 Read More
Jicama, the sweet, crunchy Mexican root vegetable that tastes like a cross between an apple and a potato is a perfect vegetable to put in salads and slaws. This simple, vibrant recipe for Thai Jicama salad in a tangy soy and lime dressing...
Oct 20, 2019 Read More
If you're not super familiar with Spanish food, this lentil stew is a delicious introduction. It has a rustic, simplistic elegance and is filed with enticing flavours. A spice combination of toasted paprika, chili powder, and caye...
Feb 10, 2021 Read More
If you're someone who likes mashed potatoes (which is everybody), then you'll love fried potato cakes, made from mashed potatoes, of course. To make the batter, simply take some cold mashed potatoes, mix them with flour, egg, chee...
Nov 25, 2021 Read More
As the national soup of Vietnam, Pho enjoys a cult-like following around the world. Like many dishes from the far east, the magic of pho is all in the broth. Pho broth is full of profound, robust flavour and is one of the tastiest, most s...
Mar 05, 2021 Read More
If you have never put sweet potatoes into a taco before, now is the time to start. Sweet potatoes are a wonderful healthy starch that are filling and satisfying while still offering great flavor and a generous dose of fiber, vitamins A, B...
Feb 12, 2021 Read More
The far east of Asia produces some of the most exciting and delicious foods of any place on Earth. Luckily for vegetarian eaters, some of the best Asian foods are vegetable-based, with a wide array of vibrant, satisfying meat-free dishes...
Nov 18, 2019 Read More
Roasting Brussels sprouts is incredibly simple and easy, yet it's one of the tastiest ways to prepare these vegetables. Simply split them in half lengthwise, toss them in some oil and salt and roast them in a high heat oven for 20-25 minu...
Nov 13, 2019 Read More
When most people think of risotto, they think of the classic Italian rice dish, made from slowly cooking arborio rice with hot stock before finishing it with butter and cheese. However, what many people don't know is that risotto...
Mar 24, 2020 Read More
In this delightful recipe, we take the simple blanched broccoli and turn it into a delicious Sweet N Spicy stir-fry over brown rice! Garlic, onions, sesame, and ginger come along for the ride to add some more great flavours to the broccoli...
Feb 08, 2021 Read More
Of all the numerous different cuisines and cultures around the world that offer tantalizing variations of curry, one of the most renowned, most delicious categories of curry is Thai. Thai curries are beautiful and exciting with fresh ingr...
Oct 27, 2019 Read More
Rating : 4.5/5Serves : 4 servingsDifficulty : MediumApprox. Cost : $20.00Prep Time : 30 MinutesCook Time : 20 MinutesTotal Time : 50 Minutes Fingerlings are one of the most delicious varieties of potatoes you can find. They're smal...
Nov 16, 2019 Read More
This recipe is one of the best examples of how carefully-treated vegetables can create some of the tastiest, most satisfying dishes possible. For this recipe, mushrooms are treated like a piece of meat, being the steak of the dish. They'r...
Feb 12, 2021 Read More
Indian cuisine has literally thousands of different curries, but one of the most beloved the world over is Tikka Masala, which is typically made with chicken but can easily be turned into a delicious vegetarian version. Although T...
Dec 21, 2021 Read More
Ensuring you eat a high amount of protein is essential if you want to gain muscle mass. While animal products are high in protein, they aren't the only dietary source of amino acids. Even if you're following a vegetarian diet, you...
Mar 24, 2022 Read More
Apricots, the cousins of peaches, plums, and cherries are one of the most underappreciated stone fruits. With a fruity, sweet flavor rounded out by a touch of tartness, apricots are a deliciously versatile ingredient that are certainly de...
Oct 21, 2019 Read More
An oldie but a goodie. Making homemade muffins is simple and easy and they come out so much better than the ones you buy in the grocery store. About this Almond-Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe Rating : 4/5Serves : 1 D...
Oct 22, 2019 Read More
Vegetable stock is the flavorful liquid made from simmering vegetables and other aromatic ingredients in water. This liquid can then be used to build the base for and enhance the flavor of soups, sauces, risottos and any other dish you se...
Mar 24, 2020 Read More
For many of us who grew up in the Midwest, pasta with a hearty meat and tomato sauce was a staple on cold fall and winter nights, but there was hardly ever a vegetarian pasta on the table with the same level of soul-warming comfort....
Feb 08, 2022 Read More
Around Thanksgiving, many people say they enjoy the sides more than the turkey, sweet potato casserole often being the most popular. A good sweet potato casserole deliciously toes the line between sweet and savory; it's not quite a desser...
Apr 05, 2022 Read More
Homemade tomato soup is one of those dishes from childhood that we continue to adore our entire lives. Rich and comforting, this delicious soup is the perfect dish for late summer evenings as the temperature gently starts to drop.  Ho...
Dec 11, 2022 Read More
Red wine is one of the most popular beverages anywhere on Earth. It is a delicious and incredibly healthy drink on its own, but it also pairs magnificently with many foods and is amazingly versatile in cooking. Countries all over...
Feb 28, 2020 Read More
With this recipe, your long search for an amazing homemade veggie burger can finally come to an end. With quinoa, beans, pecans, and roasted veggies, this burger packs just as much nutrition as it does flavor. The quinoa,...
Apr 26, 2023 Read More
This homey dish takes the humble root vegetables carrots and parsnips to elegant, delicious heights by blending them together into a silky puree and serving them with whole wheat pasta in a nutty brown butter sauce. The carrots an...
Feb 09, 2021 Read More
Peaches have a wonderful natural sweetness that make a great base for this delicious peach barbecue sauce recipe. Making your own barbecue sauce (BBQ) with fresh fruit is a fine alternative to using store-bought sauce, which is often full...
Oct 21, 2019 Read More
This Middle Eastern-inspired paleo recipe uses cauliflower, a staple paleo ingredient, to create a delicious entre. A rub of harissa, a Middle Eastern paste of chili peppers and spices, gives the whole-roasted cauliflower a smoky, spicy f...
Jul 20, 2021 Read More
Storing your groceries the right way can help you keep them fresh and even extend their shelf life. This way, you wont also lose the nutritional value of the food or your hard-earned money. Plus, you'll minimize food waste, which is much...
Feb 04, 2022 Read More
Naturally, raw, whole grapes are an all-time favourite snack food. But did you know that grapes are also fantastic to cook with? Grapes can be roasted, stewed and even grilled to go into a wide variety of dishes. Conveniently, cooking gra...
Nov 18, 2020 Read More
Shoppers make decisions quickly. When they walk into your store, they're not just scanning for what they need; they're absorbing the whole scene. That's why the produce section matters so much. It's the first real impression they get of y...
May 17, 2025 Read More
There are few things that are more satisfying to give the food lover in your life than a great cookbook. A great cookbook is the gift that keeps on giving: it supplies incredible recipes, creates wonderful memories and dining expe...
Feb 15, 2022 Read More
Tahini may be one of the best foods youve never heard of. It's a paste made of ground hulled sesame seeds that's widely used as a condiment in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking. Tahini is the glue that holds together classi...
Oct 30, 2019 Read More
One of the most popular eggplant dishes in the world, Baba Ghanoush is a Lebanese dip made of roasted or smoked eggplant, tahini, olive oil and spices. It's a sensationally delicious tapestry of flavors and textures. The eggplant is meaty...
Feb 02, 2021 Read More
Who doesnt love a good kitchen hack? We all enjoy a good trick to make our time in the kitchen a little bit easier and quicker or even to help us make a tastier dish. Today, Ive collected a few useful hacks that I didnt know I nee...
Oct 24, 2022 Read More
As they say, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. So, jumpstart your breakfast with one of these delicious, healthy smoothies that will leave you feeling full and energized. Smoothies are terrific for breakfast because...
May 04, 2021 Read More
Sometimes when you pick through the crisper drawer, it can be hard to tell if some of your produce is bad, especially heartier things like eggplant. So, how do you tell if eggplant is bad?Unlike some other produce, it's not always apparent...
Nov 19, 2025 Read More