Food & drink

Coconut water, the clear liquid found inside young coconuts, is a natural source of electrolytes like potassium, sodium, and magnesium. These minerals help maintain hydration, especially after exercise, sweating or simply during the warmest days of the year. Not only that, but studies suggest coconut...

The craze of Umami Paste is arriving, but though you're well aware that it can be absolutely delicious and enhance your dishes amazingly, you may be asking yourself how to use it, especially as there are several varieties of Umami Paste on the market. Don't exactly know what it is? Umami is known as the...

Sure you've more than once wanted to make a cake, pie or quiche of a certain size or shape and did not have the suitable mold to put in the oven. There are many types of mold on sale but they are usually very expensive and not everybody can buy one every time you need a new shape. Another option would...

Christmas dinner is over, all the preparations, stress and time invested in all the cooking is finally over. Once all the cleaning up has been done and all the bellies are absolutely bloating and full, you can hardly believe it's already time to eat again. So, whether it's a question of controlling your...

Do you love the taste and texture of puff pastry, but are looking for a vegan or healthier option? The good news is, you don't have to settle for store-bought frozen puff pastry that often contains butter. This recipe shows you how to make delicious puff pastry entirely from scratch, with a simple swap....

Whenever we want to start a diet to lose weight or simply to keep fit we have to ask the same question: what to do about bread? Bread is a food that is usually taken out of hypocaloric diets and it can be hard to know how to replace it. Eating bread at meal times helps us feel more satiated and satisfied....

Keeping our food as fresh as the first day we got them is very important, not only to take advantage of all the vitamins and nutrients but also to enjoy the flavor of our vegetables, fruit, etc. The problem is that some foods, such as cucumbers, spoil easily if not properly looked after. Do you need some...

The daiquiri is one of the most popular cocktails in the world. It has evolved a lot and today daiquiris are made in many different fruit flavors. In this OneHowTo article we show you specifically how to make a frozen peach daiquiri, a drink that should taste of peach at the beginning with a hint of rum at...

Parchment paper, also known as baking paper or baking liners, is a useful tool in baking which prevents baked goods from sticking to their baking surface. If we go to the cupboard and find that our seemingly never-ending roll has ended, then we might not be able to buy some new parchment paper. Either we...

Seafood has pride of place in the Mediterranean diet, and the variety is such that it makes for all sorts of delicious dishes. However, when buying or ordering seafood it's not always easy to distinguish between very similar looking types, especially when it comes to shellfish. How many times have you...

Many home cooks love using beer and wine to add depth of flavor to their dishes. But what if you want that delicious flavor without the alcohol? While complete removal isn't possible through simple cooking, several techniques can significantly reduce the alcohol content. This oneHOWTO guide explores how...

The absorption of a vitamin or a mineral is required before the body can use it. Iron and calcium are two minerals that can be 'dissolved' by the compounds in tea. To prevent minerals and tea from mutually interfering it is best that these be taken separately. There is no need to remove either of them...

Shellfish are one of the most precious sea foods and they offer endless possibilities to cook them. Still, some of them need a pre-clean before cooking any recipe, as in the case of bivalves, that is to say, those with two shells: clams, cockles, razor shells, oysters, scallops... that usually come full...

Frappe is one of the most refreshing and delicious beverages that helps us cope with the summer heat, but we can also enjoy it at any time of year. Among all types of slush, the main ingredient is lemon for its rich flavor and the number of properties attributed to citrus. And lemon is very beneficial...

Peach is an excellent fruit for making a good homemade juice. When the time is ripe the fruit shop also is better value and the kids love it. Peach juice or juice is a very natural and easy product to make at home. In this OneHowTo article, we explain in great detail How to make peach juice.

Artichokes are a very tasty food that can complement many of our dishes. However, they are a seasonal product, which makes it difficult to have them all year round. If you love this food and want to keep it longer, pay close attention to our tips. In this oneHowTo article we explain how to freeze artichokes....

When it comes to storing artichokes, there are various methods of doing so, depending on how much time you want to wait before cooking them. You need to choose the most suitable preservation method in order to conserve this vegetable's properties and savour its taste. We'll show you how to preserve artichokes...

There is no doubt that a pressure cooker is one of the best ways to quickly and easily cook food that, in a conventional pot or pan, would take longer to prepare. Examples include dried pulses, a whole chicken and parts of certain types of meat. When you cook these in a pressure cooker, the result is always...

The cafe bombón is a type of sweet coffee drink, originally from the Spanish region of Alicante, made with an espresso coffee mixed with condensed milk in a glass. It is very simple to prepare, so we can do it at home to enjoy a different coffee experience, either after lunch or in the afternoon. Pay attention...

Food is the key to keeping our bodies healthy inside and out. Eating a healthy balanced diet directly affects our health and beauty, and significantly improves our skin and hair. But eating healthy does not mean you have to sacrifice eating delicious food and making tasty recipes. Zucchini, for example, is a very...

Broccoli is a very healthy vegetable that allows you to prepare numerous delicious recipes, sure to delight young and old. Although it is very easy to prepare, some people are doubtful as to what is the best way to wash this vegetable so that there is no risk when eating it. It is always necessary to...

In many recipes, especially desserts, we use syrup as an ingredient. But do you know what it is exactly? It is nothing more than sugar dissolved in water and boiled until it has a syrup texture. So you can make it yourself at home, don't miss this OneHowTo recipe in which we show you how to make syrup.

Cinnamon milk or "leche merengada" is a typical Spanish drink. The traditional recipe is in a liquid form but it can also be made as ice cream, a smoothie, an iced drink or even as a cake. This is a variant of sweet milk; the main ingredients are milk, sugar, egg whites and cinnamon. Making it at home is...

Almost everyone must have his own version of memories related to Maggi, such as cooking Maggi in that campsite with friends, having it when guests drop in without a warning, or enjoying it while having a late night talk with a cousin you met after a long time. Maggi is a life-saver for those who go...

Seafood is a delicious type of food which scares many budding chefs. While it is delicious and nutritious when cooked properly, many of us don't know how to prepare it. One particular concern is whether or not it is bad. Fish and shellfish often has a strong smell which can be pungent. While it is related...

Refined sugar (white) we normally use is an ingredient that, due to industrial processes and caloric content, has been associated with an increased risk of diabetes, obesity and other diseases. In this OneHowTo article we tell you how to replace white refined sugar to sweeten your drinks and foods in a more...

Salmon tops the list as a favorite among oily fish as it is a delicious and nutritious option for different types of diet and nutritional needs. Full of necessary health benefits, salmon is an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids and essential oils. However, to get the best from salmon and prevent food...

We often hear people talking about white fish, we know they are healthy and nutritious but do we really know what types belong to this group? It's important to know them, especially for those who are trying to eat low calorie protein. At oneHOWTO we find out what are some examples of white fish.

Many times we tend to talk about tea or herbal tea as the same thing, but the reality is that both drinks have important differences in their ingredients and their features and benefits on our body. Do you know what these are? In OneHowTo.com we explain what are the differences between tea and herbal...

Whipped or Chantilly cream, the name of the French city it originates from, is a lightly sweetened whipped cream that can be flavoured with vanilla. It is one of the stars of confectionery and pastries and, apparently, was created in France in the seventeenth century. Also, it is also used to add to...

Sage is a native Mediterranean aromatic plant widely used both in the kitchen and in the field of medicine and cosmetics. Its antioxidant and diuretic properties make it an ideal place to combat fluid retention and get a flat stomach natural remedy. Infusions of sage allows us to take advantage of all...

To know how to make evaporated milk at home, it is important that before hand you understand what it is and how it differs from condensed milk. This is a type of concentrated and dehydrated milk which has had more than half its water content taken away. Unlike condensed milk this contains no sugar nor has...

South Indian dishes like idli, dosa and vada are just incomplete without coconut chutney. However, it is not limited to south Indian cuisines only. It can be served to accompany breakfast, lunch or dinner in almost any household. It tastes great with dal tadka, brown rice, curry, parantha and many other...

Paneer, a fresh, curd-based cheese originating from the Indian subcontinent, is a popular protein option in vegetarian cuisine. Its mild flavor and ability to absorb spices make it a versatile ingredient in numerous curries, stir-fries, and fritters. However, achieving the ideal texture for paneer can be...

There are a number of foods that use more calories when being processed by the digestive system than those given to us when we eat them. These foods are known as negative calories that, although the term is not strictly correct as there are no foods as such and all contain calories, the result of their...

Rabi crops are agricultural crops that are sown in the winter and harvested in spring. In the Indian subcontinent, crops that are harvested in the spring season are termed as winter crops or spring harvest. Rabi crops grow between mid November to the month of April. Major Rabi crop grown in India is...

Oats are a true nutritional powerhouse, packed with fiber and protein to keep you energized throughout the day. They offer potential benefits for weight management, cholesterol control, and overall body regulation. The best thing about oats is their versatility. You can bake with them, enjoy them with...

Baking recipes tend to use medium and high amounts of sugar, which people suffering from diabetes can't use. So, is that to say they cannot make and eat these delicious desserts? Of course they can! You just need to know the equivalence of sugar and sweetener so you can replace it. If you are diabetic...

Westerners usually call it Chai Tea, which is a distinct milk based tea commonly consumed by people from the Indian sub-continent and south-east Asia. The warm spicy note of tea, along with the heat and the soothing properties of warm milk make it a very relaxing beverage to consume. Indians consume this...

Often we hear that cold-water fish are very beneficial to our health, contributing Omega 3 and essential fatty acids that protect your heart, also benefiting the appearance of our skin and hair. Cold-water fish are also low in calories and saturated fat, so they are an excellent alternative to animal...

Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that can be used in the kitchen in a variety of ways. It also has many beneficial health properties. But it's true that cooking cauliflower produces a distinct and unpleasant odour which permeates the entire house. If you want to continue enjoying this vegetable but...

Sealing glass jars is very important to prevent food from becoming spoiled. There are many different techniques to preserve food, and one of the most common is vacuum sealing or packaging. There are various ways to carry it out, but most households choose to do it by sealing glass jars. Reusing glass...

Mushrooms are delicious to accompaniments to many dishes. They make fabulous sauces or can even be stuffed with couscous, rice or mixed vegetables. However, if you purchase your mushrooms fresh either from the market or store, they may go off just a few days after you buy them. Eating mushrooms which have...

Ginger, a knobby root with a long history of medicinal use, offers a treasure trove of potential health benefits. Feeling a touch of indigestion after a meal? A soothing cup of ginger tea can be your hero. Ginger may help ease digestive discomfort and promote a smoother digestive process. But ginger's benefits...

There are countless recipes for stuffed aubergine as we can prepare the filling with a myriad of ingredients. One of the classics is aubergine stuffed with minced meat, but we can also prepare this version with canned tuna and the result is delicious. In OneHowTo we explain step by step how to make tuna...

We often hear about lean meats; low-fat proteins which are recommended in particular for people with heart conditions, fatty liver disease, cholesterol problems or who are overweight. However, when shopping for them, it is not always clear which meats are considered lean protein, which cuts should you...

We admit it, we love garlic as a condiment in any kitchen recipe, but it must be remembered that it has a very powerful taste and smell that is not appreciated equally everyone alike. On this premise, and if you really love regularly using garlic for cooking, at OneHowTo we are going to share some tips...

Duck breast (or "magret de canard" as it is known in French) is one of the most popular kinds of duck meat. There are several ways to prepare it, but one of the easiest is to simply grill it. Magret de canard is nothing other than the fattened breast of a duck cut into thick steaks. To grill this meat...

Oats are one of the best sources of fibre available, and therefore the perfect choice to regulate intestinal transit, reduce cholesterol levels in the blood and lower levels of glucose in our body, in turn helping to prevent heart problems and diseases like diabetes. Moreover they are full of healthy nutrients,...

The lack of organization in our diet often results in us eating anything from prepared food to quick sandwiches or snacks to satiate our appetites. However, to eat healthily you just need to organize yourself and create a healthy diet that will set the guidelines for what you should eat on a daily basis. At...