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Will Spices Go Bad?
Having a deeper understanding of a given spice’s shelf life, its dominant flavor and aroma traits, and how they should be stored will better prepare you for creating dishes with optimum flavor. Let’s learn how to keep your spices from “going bad” and how to tell if they are past their prime.
Chai Spice Ice Cream With Salted Caramel Swirl
The warm, spicy notes of chai tea are the perfect complement to this 2-ingredient, no-churn ice cream base. Infused with an easy salted caramel swirled through, this ice cream will soon be your favorite dessert!
Porcini Crème Brûlée
No one can resist the pleasure of breaking the crunchy caramel layer of a crème brûlée, right? But what about breaking that sugary layer to find a rich, decadent sweet and savory custard? We infused our crème brûlée with porcini mushrooms and it is delish!
Orange Yogurt Parfaits with Homemade Za’atar
These Orange Yogurt Parfaits with homemade Za’atar make a great breakfast, snack, or even a healthy dessert! Za’atar is a fragrant and versatile way to incorporate Middle Eastern flavors into your recipes. It's primarily used in savory applications but plays remarkably well with fruit and yogurt!
Uses For Curry Leaves
If you're looking for a way to elevate your cooking, consider adding curry leaves to your spice cabinet. Many folks are surprised when to learn that curry leaves are not at all related to curry powder and while they can work together, curry leaves are used to incorporate flavor in different ways.
Homemade Elderberry Syrup Recipe
Elderberry syrup is a popular natural health elixir used to enhance immune system function and is remarkably delicious in cocktails, mocktails, or drizzled over ice cream. Making your own can save money and allow you to incorporate quality ingredients like local honey and Ceylon cinnamon.