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Tag: ingredient IQ

What Is Rhubarb and How Do You Use It?

Rhubarb has a distinctive flavor that plays beautifully in dessert recipes and more. Here’s everything you need to know to start enjoying…

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Ingredient IQ: Lettuce

There are many varieties of lettuce out there, but most kinds that you’ll see in the grocery store fall into one of…

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Everything You Need to Know About Shallots, Plus Cooking Tips

Editor’s Note: In January 2019, the Institute of Culinary Education launched the Natural Gourmet Center, a plant-centric and wellness-driven culinary arts program….

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Ingredient IQ: Artichokes

Underneath their prickly exterior, artichokes provide plenty of fiber (7 grams per medium artichoke) and more disease-thwarting antioxidant activity than any other…

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What Is Fennel and How Do You Use It?

Here’s everything you need to know about fennel, a bulbous vegetable with a unique flavor profile that is a favorite ingredient in…

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Date Paste: How to Make, Use, and Store It

As a healthy alternative to sugar in recipes, date paste owes everything to the fruit it’s made from. Date palms grow in…

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Kale 101: What Is Kale and How Do You Cook It?

Kale is a versatile plant-based powerhouse. Here’s a practical guide to using the crinkly-leafed green in the kitchen. What’s the difference between…

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What Is Sorghum and How Is It Used? Plus, Recipes to Try!

Editor’s Note: In January 2019, the Institute of Culinary Education launched the Natural Gourmet Center, a plant-centric and wellness-driven culinary arts program….

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Types of Pears and How to Store and Cook Them

When the weather gets chilly, pears come into their prime. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of the…

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How to Make Infused Vinegar

Chances are you’ve already got a bottle (or two) of vinegar in your pantry. Here are the best ways to maximize its…

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Ingredient IQ: Cauliflower

Cauliflower is incredibly versatile. Here’s why and how to make it a staple in your kitchen. Cauliflower Is Packed with Nutrients Like…

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Ingredient IQ: Buckwheat

Editor’s Note: In January 2019, the Institute of Culinary Education launched the Natural Gourmet Center, a plant-centric and wellness-driven culinary arts program….

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