Beets are beautifully colorful and earthy. They can be eaten in a variety of ways in both sweet and savory applications. Being fresh vegetables, beets don’t last all that long. Freezing beets, however, is a great option to prolong their shelf life. You will have to do a little preparation to make sure you get …
When it comes to comfort food, pizza takes the cake. Whether homemade, takeout, thin crust, deep dish, or stuffed, no one wants to see even a crumb of pizza go to waste. So how can you keep pizza leftovers tasting good for longer? Freeze it! With a few simple steps, you can keep your pizza …
During busy times, convenience is king, and that is why even grocery stores have started selling chopped and frozen onions to make cooking preparation a little easier for consumers. Why not save yourself a little money and do it yourself? Or, maybe you have already chopped more onions than you need and are wondering if …
Deliciously juicy little fruits, grapes make a great snack, addition to fruit salad, green salad, smoothies, and even jam or compote. Being a summer fruit, you might find yourself taking advantage of in-season discounts for bulk purchases and wonder if there is a way to make the excess of grapes last through the winter months. …
Cheesy, melty, meaty layers of pasta who can resist a good lasagna? This popular Italian dish is a world-wide favorite and often prepared in large batches. This is great for big family gatherings, but can also mean lots of leftovers. Another thing that makes lasagna such a popular dish for big events and catering is …
When it comes to convenience, quiche is one of the top dishes you can have on hand. Not only is it a delicious meal in itself which can be enjoyed any time of day, but with a quick addition of salad or side veggies, you have a full offering for last-minute guests. Quiche leftovers are …
Warm freshly toasted bagels are a delicious and comforting way to get your day started. Sinking your teeth into a stale bagel, however, is not quite the same. Once bagels have been standing around for more than 2 days or are kept in the refrigerator, they become hard and dry and aren’t very enjoyable. You …
Deliciously juicy, peaches are fabulous to use in both sweet and savory applications. They can be eaten raw, dried, or cooked and add loads of fruity flavor to any dish. Peaches keep well in a cool, dry place, but as with most fruit, they don’t last long once ripe or cut. Freezing is a great …
Pineapple must be one of the most versatile fruits out there. Its sweet, slightly tart flavor and firm texture make it easy to incorporate across a large variety of dishes—sweet, savory, cooked, raw, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even dessert. With so many uses, pineapple is a fabulous fruit to have on hand at all times. …
Sweet or slightly tart, applesauce is used globally in a variety of cuisines. It is generally served as a condiment but can be incorporated into savory dishes and desserts alike which makes it a handy ingredient to have around. If you have made a large batch of applesauce, the great news is that you can …
