We know it can’t be the real thing, but what’s the difference between crab meat and imitation crab meat?
Tag: food
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All about thyme
It’s time for thyme! Let’s check out this herb of the week.
Once again, thank you to The Spice and Herb Bible for providing vital information for this post.
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Difference between: canola oil and rapeseed oil
Since canola oil used to be called rapeseed oil (and can you blame the name change?) I assumed they’re one and the same. But a reader pointed out to me they’re not. So of course, I had to check it out further.
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All about oregano (and marjoram)
Today’s herb we’re spotlighting is oregano!
In The Herb and Spice Bible, sweet marjoram is grouped together with oregano because they’re so closely related, so we’re going to be examining that herb as well.
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Difference between: meatballs and meatloaf
They’re both ground meat with seasonings and a breadcrumb binding – so what’s the difference between meatballs and meatloaf?
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Difference between: whey protein and casein protein
Do you use whey protein powder, or casein protein powder for body-building reasons, or maybe just overall health?
Check out the difference between whey protein and casein protein, so you can best reap the advantages of both.
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Blue Apron recipe/rating: turkey steam buns
My parents have given Blue Apron a shot, and they let me try one of the meals.
If you aren’t already aware, companies like Blue Apron and Plated deliver refrigerated boxed meals along with the recipe straight to your home. All of the ingredients in the exact proportions you need.
This is turkey steam buns with quick cucumber-radish kimchi, recipe here.
Ingredients:
- 10 oz ground turkey
- 6 Chinese steam buns
- 6 oz radishes
- 3 garlic cloves
- 3 scallions
- 1 English cucumber
- 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp ground bean sauce
- 1 1-inch piece ginger
- 1 1/4 tbsp gochugaru
You will also need a little bit of olive oil, and salt and black pepper.
Keep in mind, these ingredients were delivered on a Wednesday, and I received them Saturday – they still look insanely fresh.
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Difference between: Cajun and Creole
Cajun and Creole both have their roots firmly planted in Louisiana, but let’s find out what the actual difference is between them.
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Difference between: sun dried raisins and golden raisins
Sun dried raisins versus golden raisins – Can you swap one another out in recipes? Is one better than the other with baking?
We’ll check it out.
