Like garlic, scallions, and shallots, leeks are a variety of onions in the allium family. They have a milder flavor than other onions. They can be used in soups, stews, and salads. Vitamins A, C, and K are abundant in leeks, which can be either raw or cooked. Can they be preserved to extend shelf…
Dine-in or delivery, the pizza has become ginormous, and the delicious disc of bread and cheese toppings looks so tasty. Still, when it comes to polishing it off, it’s always a challenge with the inevitable leftovers. Can you freeze leftover cooked pizza? Did you know that the ubiquitous deciduous Margherita pizza was the favorite of…
These vegetables, which fall under the broader category of salad greens, are typically served raw, seasoned, and tossed with other salad ingredients. But different kinds of lettuce may contribute a lot of texture and taste to whatever you’re preparing, whether you use them raw or cooked. But is it possible to extend the shelf life…
It’s one of the most adored tropical fruits money can buy, and it is so adorable that it is eaten raw and cooked in sweet and savory dishes. It is put on pizzas and is incredibly versatile as fruit. But you will have noticed that pineapple has a short shelf life. Can we eat this…
If it’s a store-bought hot dog or a gourmet hot dog, there is always a burning question, and no, it’s not. Should you put ketchup on a hot dog? How long can a hot dog last? Can they be frozen, and does it affect the quality if they can? There are so many questions that…
How often do you come home from work tired, wishing you could pull your favorite fajita from the fridge? Unfortunately, it is not possible, these delicious wraps don’t freeze well, and you will have a plate of mush instead of a delicious meal. But there is a way to freeze your favorite go-to food when…
Freezing seafood can be hit and miss-for some of you, but when it comes to freezing octopus, it may send chills down your spine. But the truth is octopus is a fantastic source of protein, and it’s abundant in our coastal waters. Octopus tentacles should be succulent. But is it easy to freeze? Did you…
Butter is part of our lives, but don’t you just hate it when it’s hard? Spread it on your toast with tantalizing expectations; all you get is ripped toast. But, science spreadable butter came onto the scene back in 1997. Butter has spread across the globe without needing to microwave or heat a knife to…
For most of you, the humble sausage is a breakfast food, and it’s eaten traditionally with just about anything it can be paired with. The filling is typically pork, veal, chicken, beef, herbs, and spices. Sausages are super versatile and freeze well, but when it comes to sausages that have been smoked for flavor and…
Heading into the winter months, we always look for something that is going to be fresh and nutritious that will warm us through. Have you considered Miso soup? It’s a healthy soup that is packed with flavor, perfect for vegetarians and carnivores. But with homemade soup, there are always leftovers. Can they be stored long-term?…