Food For Net
One of my friends likes to tell a story about the first time he ever remembers having a sour stomach. He was just a child, playing hide and seek with his friends when he discovered he was having …
Onions are a fantastic ingredient, one that is used in countless meals to add texture and a little flavor. Yet, onions are so familiar that we often take them for granted. It’s easy to forget that …
When we talk about berries, blueberries and strawberries often steal the show. Yet really, blackberries are just as amazing, if not more so. They have an amazingly sweet and tart flavor profile that …
Prunes don’t sound very exciting, do they? Along with prune juice, they’re often seen as a way to relieve constipation and little else. That reputation was so solidly fixed that plum growers …
Ground beef, also known as minced beef or beef mince, is finely chopped beef. It is readily available in grocery stores or local butcher’s shops packed as such. You can actually make ground beef …
Grapes are incredibly popular, both as a snack in their own right and as an ingredient in plenty of foods and drinks, including grape juice, wine, and grape jelly. In fact, red wine is often seen as …
Breakfast they say is the most important meal of the day – it’s actually true because it breaks the overnight fasting period. It’s your way of replenishing your body with a supply of glucose and …
Carrots are a popular root vegetable, one that we often serve as part of a meal, grated in a salad, or even eat as a snack. These days, orange carrots are the most common type, but there are many …
Tequila is a fascinating spirit. For something that must contain a specific ingredient and can only be made in one place, it’s wildly popular with thousands of types and variations coming from …
Ketogenic diet or simply keto diet is basically a low carb, high-fat diet. And although vegetables are generally healthy, there are of course those that are high in carbs. To fully support your keto …
Maraschino cherries have a unique flavor and many consider the corresponding liqueur to be a bit of an acquired taste. Even then, it’s not for everyone. For these reasons, even the best maraschino …
In America, between 25 million and 45 million people have irritable bowel syndrome, a condition that includes bloating, gas, and diarrhea or constipation. In many cases, the symptoms can be prevented …
While many companies produce great rum all over the world, fans, experts, and connoisseurs alike tend to agree that the very best rum comes from sugar-producing locations such as Cuba (especially if …
Pears are a delicious and sweet bell-shaped fruit that are never quite as popular as apples, but are just as tasty and nutritious. Plus, with more than 100 varieties to choose from, it’s not difficult …
Crisp and neutral, vodka is so often used in cocktails – and rightly so. The highly neutral expressions offer a perfect base for bold cocktails that want to bring their flavors forward. There …
Plums have an incredible history, as they’re thought to be one of the first fruits domesticated by humans. Not only that but plums are now grown throughout the world, with China and Romania being some …
Raisins are an interesting snack. They’re often seen as being healthy or at least as healthier than treats like candy. They’re also a fantastic ingredient in baking, providing plenty of sweetness …
It’s easy to sing the praises of raspberries. The small fruit has a bright and vibrant flavor, one that makes any dessert taste that much better. Raspberries are also an easy smoothie addition or a …
Sunflower oil is an inexpensive cooking oil, one that many people turn to every day. It’s also touted as being incredibly healthy, largely because it’s high in monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated …
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. You’ve heard that one before, right? It’s a classic saying that makes a lot of sense, as apples do have many benefits. But, those benefits apply to apples …
Sausage is basically a mixture of ground meat, fat, salt, sausage seasonings, preservatives, and sometimes grains or breadcrumbs for fillers or extenders. They can then be formed into patties or …
When we talk about beans, most of us think about the dried beans that we use in chili and countless other recipes. The benefits and controversies of those beans are well-known. So, what about green …
Applesauce is a sweet treat, one that’s popular among kids, but is often loved by adults too. It’s also an easy choice if you want something simple that isn’t difficult to digest. What about the …
Lectins are one of the several compounds in foods that are classified as ‘anti-nutrient.’ As the name suggests, these compounds block the absorption of nutrients that provides nourishment. Lectins can …
