Wax paper is a common kitchen implement primarily utilized as a protective film during cooking or freezing so as to prevent food from sticking to materials or to protect them from the direct heat of the cooking environment, of which may cause burning. Additionally, the moisture proof nature of wax paper allows it to act as an excellent food storage ...

Browning sauce, otherwise referred to as brown sauce, is a type of condiment commonly added to a variety of savory dishes in order to impart a sour or sweet flavor with notes of spice that facilitate the taste of meats or other ingredients. While browning sauce is generally native to Europe and nearby countries, it has its own counterparts in ...

The ever popular fruit juice that is pineapple is often sold either in pureed form or entirely on its own as a standalone drink, primarily sweetened so as to present a distinctly fruity and slightly tart flavor that is unmistakable. Often incorporated into cocktails and drinks such as the pina colada or various fruit smoothies, certain home chefs may find ...

A highly versatile plant, nearly every part of the celery plant is used in cooking, either as a spice or as an ingredient in a variety of dishes. However, normally, it is the stalk of this marshland growing vegetable that is thought of when the word celery is mentioned. With a strong and somewhat astringent taste, certain individuals may find ...

The Jicama, more commonly known as the Mexican turnip in the United States, is a potato-like tuberous root with a distinctly nutty and slightly sweet taste, oftentimes compared to that of a pear.  The resemblance ends at the jicama’s taste, however, as the texture of a jicama is somewhat stiff and quite juicy, much like that of an unripe apple. ...

Pepper jack cheese is a unique take on Monterey jack cheese wherein various spices, herbs and peppers are incorporated into the cheese as it is forming, giving it a uniquely spiced flavor and a variable texture that is not easily found anywhere else in the dairy aisle. However, pepper jack cheese may require substitution for a variety of reasons, such ...

Wasabi is a paste ordinarily created from the root of the Japanese horseradish. Usually used as a condiment, wasabi is a pungent addition to sushi or similar dishes that require a unique kick to their particular flavor profile. Wasabi is primarily characterized by its spicy flavor and aroma, and as such the majority of its substitutes are of similar chemical ...

Orange juice is an extremely common form of orange wherein its fluids are pressed or extracted in some way out of the orange fruit, occasionally further processed by removing any pulp that may also be extracted as the juice is removed from the fruit. However, there are a variety of reasons why home chefs or restaurateurs would desire to alternate ...

While the term mushroom refers to a variety of macrofungal growths that may or may not be edible, in a culinary sense, mushrooms are the edible growth bodies of mushrooms that are safe to eat and generally available throughout the world. Mushrooms may come in a variety of colors and shapes, wherein they are consumed for their flavor and significant ...

While the exact color of your food has little effect on its actual nutritional profile, this is not entirely the case when organic produce and similar foods are concerned.  The vast majority of orange fruits and vegetables are found to be rich in vitamins and minerals, and as such eating plenty of orange foods is an advisable dietary choice for ...