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How ToSee articleDitch Processed Vegan Cheese for These 3 Homemade Vegan Cheesy Toppings
Looking for some cheesy satisfaction? These easy homemade vegan cheese toppings use whole-food ingredients to deliver a delicious cheesy flavor to your meals without relying on ultraprocessed grocery store alternatives. Whether you want something crunchy and savory as a soup topper, a velvety sauce to spoon over nachos, or a flavor-enhancer for roasted veggies, these […] -
How ToSee articleWatermelon Salsa, Pickles, Poke, and More: Savory Ways to Enjoy the Juicy Fruit
A classic American snack, watermelon is more than just a sweet treat on hot summer days: The versatile fruit’s bright red flesh soaks up savory flavors much like tofu or eggplant do. With smoky, tangy, or spicy seasonings, you can transform watermelon from an afternoon nibble into a memorable main course or scrumptious side dish. […] -
How ToSee articleCook’s Guide to Fresh Chile Peppers
When it comes to chile peppers, cooks fall in two camps: the fiery-food lovers who think the more chiles the better, and the hot-food haters who are often too timid to try cooking with them. No matter which group you belong to, once you’re familiar with the different varieties and know how to prepare them, […] -
How ToSee articleWhat Is Chickpea Flour? Everything You Need to Know About Buying, Making, and Using this Gluten-Free Wonder
Finely ground, flavorful, and extremely versatile, chickpea flour is a gluten-free flour that should be in every kitchen. Read on for everything you need to know about the pale golden powder, from the different names it goes by, what to look for when shopping, best ways to store it, and delicious ways to use it. […] -
How ToSee articleHow to Cut Onions Without Crying (Really!)
Anyone who’s ever cooked with onions can tell you that cutting them makes you cry. But it has taken decades of research for scientists to pinpoint why. In 2002, Japanese researchers identified a unique enzyme that produces lachrymatory factor (LF), a volatile sulfuric compound that is part of an onion’s natural defense mechanism. Once airborne, […] -
How ToSee article10 Easy Recipes That Start with Hummus (Plus a Delicious Hummus Base Recipe)
If hummus hasn’t already stolen your heart, get ready to fall in love with this dreamy dip. Made from nutrient-dense chickpeas, the creamy spread hails from the Middle East, where it’s traditionally flavored with tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. But the real beauty of hummus resides in its versatility: Apart from being an excellent dip, […] -
How ToSee articlePlant-Based Pros Reveal Their Fave Healthy Movie-Night Snacks
Oil, salt, and sugar are often the stars of movie-night snack spreads, so we asked whole-food, plant-based pros what they like to make instead. Swap greasy popcorn and cavity-causing candy for any of these wholesome finger foods, which will satisfy your munchies and pair perfectly with your favorite flick. Apple Pie Bites “These have been […] -
How ToSee articleSoy Sauce, Tamari, Liquid Aminos: What’s the Difference?
Soy sauce plays so many roles in the kitchen: The Asian seasoning is a must in stir-fries and sushi dipping sauces, of course, but it also makes its way into salad dressings, pasta dishes, roasted vegetable marinades—basically in any dish where its salty, savory goodness will give the flavors a little boost. All the more […] -
How ToSee articleThe Only Vinegar Cleaner Recipe You Need
Detox your spring cleaning routine with a DIY cleaner made from a powerhouse pantry staple: distilled white vinegar. Mixed with water and optional natural scent enhancers, this easy recipe is great at removing grime, grease, and odor around the kitchen. The vinegar base contains 5% acetic acid, a natural cleanser and mild disinfectant that kills […] -
How ToSee articleHow to Quick Pickle Onions, Cukes, Green Beans and More: Easy Low-Salt Pickle Recipes
Brighten up snacks and meals with low-sodium, no-sugar, no-hassle quick pickles! You won’t believe how tasty homemade pickles can be, using zero added sugar and just a fraction of the salt found in store-bought pickles. And there’s no need to sterilize the jars. Read on for an overview of the quick-pickling process and a base […] -
How ToSee articleA Cook’s Guide to Black Garlic: What It Is, How It’s Made, Plus 15 Tasty Ways to Use It
Want to add instant wow to your savory dishes? Look no further than black garlic. Once only available in Asian groceries, the flavorful ingredient can now be found everywhere from small farmers markets to large grocery chains, including Trader Joe’s. Here’s everything you need to know to get cooking with it today, from what black […] -
RestaurantsSee articleWhat WFPB Pros Order When Dining Out, Plus Restaurant Recs
Eating whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) is easy when you’ve got a well-stocked fridge and pantry at your disposal, and finding vegan-friendly restaurants is easier than ever thanks to apps like HappyCow, which lists more than 2,000 exclusively vegan eateries in the United States. But sometimes you’ll find yourself dining at restaurants that don’t cater to vegans. […]
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