We’ve all been there. Reaching for that seemingly sturdy potato only to find it’s sprouted a dozen eyes. Or worse, discovering a mushy onion at the bottom of the bin. Or when you open your pantry and are greeted with a funky smell. These humble pantry staples are the backbone of countless recipes, but their…
I believe the most sustainable way to fight food waste is by using every piece of food – even what we would consider scraps. While we can throw things like eggshells and coffee grounds into our compost bin, there’s another way to use them for better results. In fact, egg shells can be a valuable…
Every scrap of food wasted is a lost opportunity—for flavor, for savings, for impact. Zero-waste cooking isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a movement that invites home cooks into a lifestyle of creativity and consciousness. The good news? It’ll save you money, cut down on your garbage, and teach you more about the hidden value of…
There’s a few ingredients that go into making a traditional pesto. The unfortunate part is that all of those ingredients are expensive. This spinach pesto recipe is a fun twist on pesto, and it’s a great way to use up leftover veggies. Click the Jump to Recipe button to go straight to the recipe card…
As someone who studied food science and nutrition, one of the most commonly asked questions I get is: “Oh, so you can tell me what’s healthy?” Eating healthy doesn’t need to be complicated. It just needs a good starting point. When we equip ourselves—and our families—with the tools to make healthy choices, we’re that much…
Protein is everywhere these days – people just can’t seem to get enough of it. But one thing that really gets me frustrated in this space is that I’m seeing viral TikTok recipes make high protein recipes while using protein powder. Protein powder is fine, but it’s expensive and there are so many protein rich…
As someone who’s always making sauces in the kitchen, having the right blender for the job is one that’s worthy of your counter top real estate. It can save you money from buying pre-made sauces at the grocery store, and might even be healthier for you! Finding the best blender for sauces and soups can…
There’s really nothing that compares to a homegrown tomato. As tomato season approaches, most gardeners want to know how to get the most out of their tomato plants. If you’re a coffee lover and a gardener, you might be wondering, “are coffee grounds good for tomato plants?” It’s a popular tip making the rounds: using…
If you’ve ever heard someone use the term “empty calories”, you’re on the route to understanding the most important nutrition metric: nutrient density. Nutrient density means the amount of essential nutrients a food provides in relation to its number of calories. It’s a simple yet powerful concept that helps determine the health benefits of a…
Did you know that 28% of all global greenhouse gas emissions come from our food system? I know – it’s astounding. As if this number wasn’t jaw-dropping enough, it actually impacts the quality of our food. Agriculture is the backbone of our food systems, providing sustenance for billions of people worldwide. Yet, these unsustainable agriculture practices used…
