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The Truth About Bulk Spices

03.03.2020

The Truth About Bulk Spices

Cooking Tips & Tricks

I bought bulk spices in the dark days before I discovered the magic of online spice shopping. Bulk spices seem...

Spices in bowls

01.27.2020

10 Rare Spices That Will Change The Way You Cook

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There are your mainstay spices—and then there are the ones you’d probably have to Google if you saw them on...

Preparing spices for cooking. Grinding peppercorns.

12.20.2019

Transforming Leftovers With Spices

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The inexperienced cook pulls leftovers from the fridge and serves them again. The brilliant cook repurposes leftovers so no one...

How to Use Cinnamon Sticks

12.06.2019

How to Use Cinnamon Sticks

Cooking Tips & TricksSpice Spotlight

It is the world’s most beloved bark. You’ll find it in bakery treats and breakfast cereals, in savory stews and...

Flavorful, Quick & Easy Thanksgiving Sides

11.25.2019

Flavorful, Quick & Easy Thanksgiving Sides

Cooking Tips & TricksSeasonal & Holiday FavoritesTop Recipes

Thanksgiving side dishes can easily steal the show and it’s no wonder: the side dishes are often prepared by a...

Buying spices online, real vanilla, freshly ground cinnamon

11.11.2019

5 Reasons to Buy Spices Online & Skip the Store

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If you’re still picking up your spices at the grocery store, you’re doing it wrong—missing out on flavor, variety, savings...

5 Must-Have Spices for the Holidays

11.01.2019

5 Must-Have Spices for the Holidays

Cooking Tips & TricksSeasonal & Holiday Favorites

As the year draws to a close, the number of holiday meals increases and our tables welcome friends old and...

Good Soups for Bad Weather

01.08.2019

Good Soups for Bad Weather

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It’s crummy outside, and there’s a block of soup stock in my freezer that’s begging to be let out. Cold weather deserves hot soup, and hot soup deserves flavorful herbs and spices...

07.09.2018

The 7 Best Paprika Substitutes

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Paprika is a vibrant spice that can have earthy, sweet, smokey and fiery flavor depending on the variety used. The...

The 8 Best Oregano Substitutes

07.09.2018

The 8 Best Oregano Substitutes

Cooking Tips & TricksSpice Substitutes

Depending on the recipe you are using - there are some good and quick substitutes for Oregano in a pinch. For Mexican Oregano the best substitute is Marjoram. For Greek or Mediterranean oregano try basil, parsley or tarragon.

7 Basil Substitutes

07.09.2018

7 Basil Substitutes

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Basil substitutes can include its mint cousins: oregano, mint, and thyme. Tarragon and savory are also suitable alternatives to basil. Because basil is included in Italian seasoning, that is also a good alternative for basil in a pinch.

The 5 best substitutes for chives

07.09.2018

The 5 Best Substitutes for Chives

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Chive replacements include their cousins: onions, shallots and garlic. Since chives have a more delicate flavor, if you are replacing with one of these be sure to use less so the flavor isn't overpowering. Some fresh chive substitutes for garnishing you should consider include green onion (scallion) or leek.

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