Vanilla Bean Powder vs. Paste vs. Extract: What’s the Difference?
Vanilla is a cornerstone of baking, but with so many options—extract, paste, powder, and whole pods—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Which one…
The Healthiest Natural Sweeteners, Ranked, and How Best to Use Them
When it comes to natural sweeteners, there are a lot of tasty options to choose from. There is also a lot of…
What to Do With Leftover Quinoa: 5 Easy Meals
Quinoa achieved star status in the plant-based world for good reason: The ancient grain is packed with fiber, protein, and other nutrients….
Why Poultry Seasoning Deserves a Spot in the Vegan Spice Rack
Vegans, don’t let the name scare you off: Poultry seasoning, the blend of herbs and spices that smells just like Thanksgiving, doesn’t…
Why Delicata Squash Is a Fall Favorite—and How to Make the Most of It
Lusciously sweet delicata squash is one of autumn’s most prized farmers market finds. The striped, oblong gourd is named for its skin,…
Why You Should Be Adding Apple Cider Vinegar to (Almost) Everything
What’s not to love about apple cider vinegar? The inexpensive, all-natural, fermented liquid is the unsung hero of so many recipes—even baked…
Pamela Anderson’s Flower-Powered Tea Recipes for Every Mood
Editor’s Note: This excerpt is from I LOVE YOU, the debut cookbook by actor, bestselling author, and vegan activist Pamela Anderson. Featuring…
Shroomami Dust—the Salt-Free Seasoning You Can Make at Home
A seasoning that’s salt-free, all natural, and pure umami? Yes, please! It all starts with shiitake mushroom powder, which you can make…
Plantains, Explained: Everything You Need to Know to Start Cooking with the Latin American Favorite
Got a recipe that calls for plantains? An urge to recreate a plantain dish you tasted in a Caribbean or Latin American…
Bone Health and More: 7 Reasons Prunes Deserve a Dedicated Place in Your Pantry
Did you know those prunes you find in the dried-fruit section of the supermarket have a gourmet pedigree? It’s true: Though prunes…
1 Simple Move You Can Do at Home to Manage High Blood Pressure
Got high blood pressure? Research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that the humble wall squat is the best…
Fresh Figs: From Pizza to Jam, Here’s How to Use Them
Fragrant fresh figs are a perfect late-summer treat. The juicy jewel-tone fruits go with just about everything—even pizza. Here are five simple,…