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How ToSee articleAll About Grapes: Varieties, Tips, and Recipes
Bite-size and super-sweet with edible skins and minimal seeds (or none at all), grapes are as close to fruit perfection as it gets. Read on to find out everything you need to know about selecting, storing, and cooking with the clusters of fruit that have been a worldwide favorite since ancient times. Different Types of […] -
How ToSee articleWhat Are Beets, and How Do You Cook Them?
Beets, aka beetroots, are a highly nutritious root vegetable related to Swiss chard. Grown for both the edible leaves and root, they have a sweet, earthy taste that becomes sweeter when cooked. Read on for information about beet nutrition, varieties, preparation methods, seasonality, and more. The Benefits of Beets Beets have been around for many […] -
How ToSee articleWhat Is Jackfruit, and How Should You Eat It?
Jackfruit is a tropical fruit that, when ripe, has sweet flesh, reminiscent of banana, apple, and mango; when unripe (young green), it has a neutral flavor and shredded-meat–like texture ideal as a meat substitute. Native to southern India, jackfruit is traditionally used in spicy curries, hearty kormas, and a toffeelike pudding called halwa. In recent […] -
How ToSee articleGet to Know Swiss Chard: Top Tips and Recipes
Chard, also called Swiss chard, is a leafy green that comes from a variety of beets grown for the edible stems and leaves rather than the root or bulb. Known for its colorful stalks, chard can be consumed raw or cooked depending on preference. Stems are often big and crunchy, while the leaves are tender […] -
How ToSee articleChickpeas 101: Everything to Know About the Lovable Legume
If there’s one bean to keep on hand in your kitchen, it’s chickpeas. Rich in fiber and B vitamins, the round, nubbly beans are so versatile that even their cooking liquid (aquafaba) can be used as an ingredient in recipes. Read on for prep tips, recipe ideas, and information on chickpeas in all their forms. […] -
How ToSee articleUp Your Strawberry Savvy: Selection Tips, Storage Hacks, and Recipes to Try
Prime strawberry season is upon us! Here’s everything you need to know about the candy-sweet jewels of spring and summer, including tips for selecting, storing, and preserving them, as well as recipes to try. Are Strawberries a Fruit? A single strawberry isn’t just one fruit; it’s actually composed of many, many fruits—about 200 of them. […] -
How ToSee articleA Beginner’s Guide to Potatoes
Everything you need to know about one of the best-loved, most versatile foods in the world: potatoes. With potato selection and storage tips, basic cooking methods, blueprint recipes, and a rundown of which varieties are best for what, this guide has got you covered. Are Potatoes Vegetables? In the field or garden, a potato is […] -
How ToSee articleAsparagus 101: How to Prepare Asparagus and Tips for Cooking and Using It
Asparagus have been a sought-after delicacy since ancient times. Thick or thin, vibrant green or creamy white, these healthful harbingers of spring have a lot to offer. Read on for our tips on selecting and preparing asparagus, as well as plant-based recipes to try. When Is Asparagus in Season? Asparagus spears are actually the young […] -
How ToSee articlePolenta 101: How to Cook Polenta, with Recipes
Polenta is perhaps best known as a northern Italian dish, but it is also a staple in the cuisines of neighboring countries like Switzerland, Bulgaria, Romania, and Serbia, and a favorite side dish in Argentina. And it’s a boon to plant-based cooks the world over. Here’s everything you need to know to cook with this […] -
How ToSee articleIt’s Grapefruit Season! Here’s How to Pick ‘Em and Recipes to Try
Sunny yellow, pale pink, or ruby red, grapefruit offers a full spectrum of citrus flavor and is a good source of fiber and vitamin C. Read on for everything you need to know about the juicy winter gems, plus plant-based grapefruit recipes to try today. When Is Grapefruit in Season? Like most produce these days, […] -
How ToSee articleWhat Are Brussels Sprouts? Plus Tips, Tricks, Recipes, and More
Although Brussels sprouts are available pretty much all year round, the fall and winter months are when they’re at their best. Read on for everything you need to know about them, plus tasty recipes to try. What Are Brussels Sprouts? Brussels sprouts are derived from wild cabbage and resemble miniature cabbages. Cultivated throughout Europe and […] -
How ToSee articleTempeh 101: What Is Tempeh and How Do You Cook It?
Tempeh is a soybean-based food that originated centuries ago in Indonesia. It’s popular among plant-based eaters, as its texture makes it a good substitute for meat in many dishes. Tempeh vs. Tofu Tofu and tempeh are both made with soybeans, using different processes. Tofu is made of coagulated soy milk, with a curdling process similar to […]
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