Safflower oil is a neutral-tasting cooking oil with a high smoke point and some important health benefits. Along with its useful nutritional profile, it has the advantage of being relatively affordable and widely available. If a quick trip to the …
Simple syrup is a liquid sweetener most commonly associated with cocktails. True to its name, its recipe is simple: sugar and water in a 1:1 ratio. It is easy to make, but you can buy premixed versions of it as …
Corn oil alternatives may be necessary if you run out of this cooking oil unexpectedly or need an even healthier option. There are quite a few other oils that share its mild flavor and relatively high smoke point. Some of …
Yacon syrup is a thick and sticky sweetener made from the concentrated juice of the yacon tuber. It has been around since before the Incan Empire but only recently has become a trendy sweetener outside of South America. Many believe …
Sunflower oil has become popular in recent years and is widely viewed as a healthy cooking oil. While its healthiness may be slightly overrated, it is still a versatile oil with some important applications. If you can’t find it or …
Agave nectar is a sweetener that is made from the sap of the agave plant that is extracted, filtered, and then heated. The sap that is used for sweetening comes from the pina, which is the core of the plant. …
Peanut oil is a popular cooking oil that is mostly associated with deep-frying. If you don’t deep-fry much, you may not always have this oil in your kitchen. The most commonly used form of peanut oil is the refined kind, …
Coconut oil has recently become a popular cooking oil after being demonized for decades because of its high saturated fat content. Saturated fat increases your risk of developing heart disease. If you have concerns about its health benefits/drawbacks or if …