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Make These Picky Eater-Approved Muffins From Monroe Alvarez’s “The Kids Table”
When photographer Monroe Alvarez found out she was pregnant with her first child right in the midst of the first COVID-19 lockdowns, it set into motion a new phase of life — and a personal evolution. “The baby years were tough for me,” Alvarez says. Her son, Koa, taught her to communicate without words during ...
White Sugar vs. Raw, Cane & Turbinado Sugars
Sugar is a common kitchen staple, but it goes way beyond classic white granules. From the slightly golden crystals of cane sugar to the caramel-colored grains of raw and turbinado sugars, each type brings its own unique flavor and texture to the table. Whether you’re whipping up cookies, sprinkling a sweet topping on your muffins, or crafting a rich caramel sauce, the type of sugar you choose can make all the difference. Let’s dive into the sweet world of sugar and explore what makes white, cane, raw, and turbinado sugars stand out in their own delicious ways.
Your Guide to Baking Soda and Baking Powder
Baking Soda vs Baking Powder Infographic click here For home bakers, two ingredients frequently spark confusion: baking soda and baking powder. Despite their similar names and appearance, the two fine, white powders fulfill unique roles in baking, cleaning, and other home remedies. You’ve likely run into a situation where you aren’t sure if you can ...
Are These 3 Fall Flavors the New Pumpkin Spice?
Pumpkin has become almost synonymous with the fall season, but lately, it seems there are just as many people who love it as there are people who love to hate it. If you fall into the latter category and you’re looking for fragrant, cozy baked goods and warming, spiced beverages sans the pumpkin spice, you’ve ...
Gluten-Free, Keto, and Vegan Baking Tips for Better Healthy Treats
’Tis the season for homemade baked goods, but what do you do when everyone’s got different dietary restrictions? Easy: you get your ingredients at Thrive Market, where it’s a cinch to find baking essentials like flour, sweetener, and chocolate chips that suit every lifestyle.
How Chef, Artist, and Activist Nia Lee Nourishes Their Queer BIPOC Community
Nia Lee is many things: chef, artist, activist, and creative director among them. Ultimately, Lee is a nurturer who brings people together — sometimes through their work, other times literally, around a dining table — to feel seen, heard, loved, and of course, fed.
Make Vegan Sweet Potato Biscuits from “Black Food,” Bryant Terry’s Celebration of BIPOC Culinary Culture
“The many mansions of Black food have always had—and will have—room for everyone.” So writes Bryant Terry, James Beard and NAACP Image Award-Winning chef, author, and activist, in his latest book, “Black Food: Stories, Art & Recipes from Across the African Diaspora.”
Home for the Holidays? 30 Ideas for Keeping it Festive
Normally, the holiday season would be in full swing by now… but this year hasn’t exactly been normal. Perhaps the last weeks of 2020 find you scaling down your festive feast for two, swapping the annual blowout bash for a low-key gathering in your living room, or raising a toast via Zoom. This year really ...
Pantry Ghee Drop Biscuits Recipe
Biscuits elevate any meal or snack, and this savory recipe delivers something extra special. The ingredients are forgiving and adaptable—swap in sherry or white vinegar instead of ACV, or use almond milk or real buttermilk instead of coconut milk. You could also use unsalted butter instead of ghee if that’s what you have on hand. ...
Coconut Flour vs. Almond Flour Differences
No wheat? No problem. Baking without using all-purpose, whole-wheat, or white whole-wheat flour doesn’t have to cramp your baking style. Whether you’re gluten-free or not, these days it’s both fun and (relatively) straightforward to bake muffins, cakes, breads, and cookies with alternative flours [1]. We’ll compare two of the most common gluten-free flour alternatives, coconut ...