Food & drink

Choosing a milk is not easy, not only because there are many brands on the market but also because we find on the shelves a wide variety of types of milk that can sometimes confuse us. Some people clearly know the product that they want, but others do not know the difference between similar sounding...

Increasingly, pasta lovers are deciding to make their own fresh pasta at home, from tortellini, ravioli and egg noodles. In these cases, the correct storage of the pasta becomes very important. Whether you are thinking of eating the pasta in a few days or if you would rather save it for a month, this...

Nuts are a food that are very high in energy along with many other benefits for the human body. One of the most popular to eat are hazelnuts, which are also used to make numerous desserts and various recipes. This autumn crop can be eaten both raw and roasted and in this OneHowTo article we want to explain...

Rhubarb is a seasonal spring favorite featuring small flowers, triangular poisonous leaves and fleshy long edible stalks. In cooking, stalks are crisp like celery and have a tart, strong taste. Although rhubarb comes in the category of vegetables, it is usually prepared as a fruit. Most stalks are prepared...

Baking powder or baking soda is a chemical used in the kitchen to make dough rise and make it light and airy. So, it doesn't contain natural yeast and the process is generated instead by the reaction caused by various ingredients in this self-raising product. So if you've run out of baking soda or powder,...

Beef is a great source of protein. Although the amount of red meat someone eats needs to be catered to the individual. In any case, it should be good quality meat from a responsible source and as fresh as possible. Although we can store it in the fridge or the freezer, we need to know the longer it is...

We sometimes think that the ocean is vast and has endless resources, but we couldn't be more wrong. Not too long ago fish species were numerous and populations were healthy. However, nowadays the numbers of some specific species are critically low and some species, such as the bluefin tuna, are at risk...

Lettuce is a green leafy vegetable that is often consumed raw in salads. Fresh lettuce is a popular ingredient high in vitamins, minerals and water content that you can use to make refreshing and nutritious salads. Since it is a food that can easily turn bad it is helpful to know if the lettuce bag in...

Have you ever had a disastrous baking experience? The one where the entire process goes perfectly, the cookies are golden brown and smelling delicious, but when it comes to sliding them off the baking tray, onto the cooling rack, they just won't budge? Here at OneHowTo we’re going to tell you how to...

Proteins are essential molecules for the development and maintenance of our body's tissues, whether they be our muscles, skin, nails, hair or our internal organs, so adding them into our diet is essential, necessary and useful. They are considered to be one of the essential substances for our body, since...

Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day and if you care about healthy eating you should pay close attention to some guidelines that will really help you start your day by eating well. Because healthy eating will make you feel good and on top of that it will even help you keep your weight...

Truffles are a very precious commodity, so preserving them to make great dishes is very important. Although truffles have an aroma and maturity which are ideal when fresh, they can also be frozen or bought in jars which guarantees their preservation. Before buying truffles, you should know that there are...

There are many possibilities for accompanying meat dishes, so if you want some more ideas for different garnishes, pay attention to this article. From legumes to vegetables, potatoes, fruits, mushrooms, grains... the alternatives are varied, so even if you are a lover of traditional food, you can always add...

Either because we want to reduce our caloric intake in our diet, an intolerance to some products or simply because we want to have other possibilities where we lack an ingredient in the fridge, in the following OneHowTo article we show you how to replace heavy cream in a recipe. Some very useful information that...

Ribena has been one of children's all-time favorites for generations, especially in the United Kingdom. This syrup, which is usually diluted in water, is a popular refreshment that all the family will enjoy. Though you can buy it in most shops, you may want to choose a healthier version with no additives....

As far as eating well is concerned, meal planning is of essence. It is one of the most important things you will have to do to get ready for success. The most effective meal plans are for a week only, and as you get adjusted, the duration may prolong for as long as a month. To tell you how to plan your...

The guava is an exotic fruit that is gobbled up by Americans. It?s a delicious option that allows you to make different desserts like sweet guava custard or syrup and the fruit itself can also be eaten fresh or pulped in juice. Besides all this, there is an option that is just as delicious: guava jam....

If you are passionate about coffee and you love anything sweet, you cannot live without trying the different types of coffee with chocolate. They are simply delicious! On OneHowTo we help you with this iced mocha recipe - the perfect choice for warm summer evenings to refresh you and to sweeten your...

Wine is one of the most passionate and meaningful beverages available on this earth. It is the ultimate hospitality gesture, filled with battery and a juice of remembrance. It is charged with flavor, sunshine, and a series of processes to gain the final product. When you look back to the time it was freshly...

Kefir is a very healthy drink obtained from fermenting various ingredients. Although it is still not very well-known to the general public outside the region of the Caucasus Mountains, it has many properties that are worth taking into account because they are very beneficial for our health. If you haven't...

Prawns are a staple in Mediterranean cuisine, and are used in variety of delicious dishes. However, many people avoid eating them as they're not entirely sure about how to peel them and want to avoid any faux pas around the table. With the correct technique is possible to peel this delicious seafood...

Mushrooms are a very valuable food in every kitchen, as they offer endless possibilities when it comes to using them. However, mushrooms are quite delicate and they require special care to preserve them from spoiling. Therefore, if you want to keep mushrooms in top condition for long periods of time,...

Are you looking for a fun way for children eat fruit? Fruit skewers are a great way of introducing all kinds of fruit into a child's diet, as well that of the fussiest of adults! Also, it is a simple recipe with which you can surprise your guests. With this in mind, this OneHowTo article explains how...

Can you not distinguish between crayfish and lobster? Do you confuse these very different shellfish? Whether you don't know what to buy or you have been served this dish and are not quite sure what you're going to eat, don't worry, they are very commonly confused at naked eye and many people don't know...

If you weren't aware, you should know that rice flour is a type of flour made from ground grains of rice, of either the white or brown variety. It's a great alternative to conventional flour because it has no nasty chemicals hidden inside. It is very simple to make and it can be used in many recipes. Above...

Preserving food in brine is a method that's widely used, for example, in the case of fish such as cod. Even then, this involves a process to desalt it to remove the excess salt prior to preparation of the food in question. Desalting cod is not complicated, but it takes time and patience so the fish does...

White mushrooms are the most common type of edible fungus used in the culinary field. This is an ingredient that has the ability to complement virtually any type of dish, be it meat, fish or pasta. Mushrooms can be added to countless dishes and give them a touch of unique flavour. However, you need to...

It is known that most foods, especially when processed or packaged contain sugar. In fact, only in the UK two million tonnes of sugar are consumed every year. It's important to know how to read labels for sugar, as this ingredient is not only found in apparently sweet products such as chocolate, sweets and...

Enjoying a good wine is an incomparable pleasure, especially if this is accompanied by a delicious meal. Still, this drink is very delicate and any drastic change in weather or a simple change in the barrel can produce nasty alterations and the wine can end up damaged. Sometimes the final consumers...

Escarole is a very common ingredient in salads, giving a fresh flavour whenever we use it. But for the kitchen novice something may come as a surprise: it is an ingredient with a bitter taste that may be objectionable to some diners. Escarole belongs to the family of endives, and this is where its bitter...

Fleur de sel is a crystalline, delicate white sea-salt originated from the northern Atlantic regions of France. Because it naturally forms under very limited conditions of weather, and it needs to be individually skimmed off by hand, it is one of the most expensive salt varieties known till date. Due to...

Dandelion greens are those pesky weeds that grow in your backyard. Most of the times, you want to get rid of them to have a beautifully mowed lawn, but surprisingly, they are edible too. They are not only safe to eat, but are packed with calcium and vitamin A as well. But what most people are worried...

Want to maximize the benefits of Goji berries? This red fruit, of Asian origin, is one of the natural ingredients that is dominating the market because of its high antioxidant contents. These rejuvenate the cells in our bodies and protect us from diseases by boosting our immune systems. There are different...

The bitter taste of a cucumber can ruin a meal which has this fruit as an ingredient. The bitter taste is usually concentrated in the stem end of the cucumber and may be caused by fertilization, temperature, irrigation and plant space. It is very rare for the flavor to be in the deeper parts of the cucumber...

The mixer is one of the most popular small appliances that we use at home but it can sometimes break down, we may have lent it to someone or whatever the case, we might not have one handy. If you have an emergency and need to make a recipe with a mixer, don't worry, for most cases you have other options....

Though many love eating eggs, the question of how the hens that lay these are living arises. Whether you are concerned about the quality of the egg you are eating or the amount of freedom these hens have during their life, there are stipulated ways to know if eggs are free range or not. At OneHowTo...

Growing foods at home is a "new" trend that many people have started to do. Bean sprouts are used in Chinese cuisine but they are also common in many types of dishes. Growing your own sprouts at home is really easy and it will save you some money. Moreover, it is a much healthier alternative, as these...

We consume a lot of canned tuna in sandwiches, pasta and other dishes. But the truth is that tuna species are endangered and some, like the bluefin tuna, are even in the brink of extinction. For this reason it is very important to know where the tuna we're consuming inside the cans comes from and...

Bluefin are the largest of the tuna species and also the most endangered. There are three species of bluefin tuna: Atlantic, which is the most endangered, Pacific and Southern. In the last years the population of bluefin tuna has heavily plummeted, mostly due to fishing methods. The situation of the species...

Superfoods are nutrient dense, which not only protect us from disease, but also help us build healthy bones, improve memory and immunity, and lead a healthy, active lifestyle. Most people take including these superfoods in their daily diet as a chore, but it does not necessarily have to be like that....

Popcorn is a snack that we eat quite a lot of in our society, whether at the movies while watching a movie or at home with the microwave version. There is a study by the American Chemical Society that says popcorn is high in antioxidants and in polyphenols, which can lead us to think that apart from being...

Have you bought or made tofu to cook and don't know what to do with the leftovers? Do you want to take advantage of having made a larger amount but don't know how to keep it fresh? Tofu is a food consisting of soybeans, water and a curdling agent, it is considered the perfect meat substitute due to its...

Move over peanut butter, there are many more options when it comes to that tasty spread for sandwiches and crackers. With people's diets changing all of the time, they are always on the lookout to see which nut butter is the healthiest. OneHowTo.com has plenty of healthy options for you and can tell you just...

Coffee lovers are everywhere, and many of them are advocates of black coffee only, but adding a minor ingredient can actually give a fun change to your everyday coffee routine. No, we are not talking about sugar and cream. If you are wondering how to make coffee taste good, or at least different, then OneHowTo.com...

Mushrooms are a delicious and nutritious product that is low in calories and is suitable for accompanying main courses or for being simply grilled or boiled. Furthermore, mushrooms can remain in the fridge for up to a week if kept correctly and can give us ideas for more than one meal. But this is only possible...

Vinegar is as old as mankind, or at least as old as wine. It is not unreasonable to suggest that Noah made vinegar, although at that time it was used more as a disinfectant and healing product. The modern history of vinegar was centred in Orleans, as the most important trade centre for this product in...

There are many health benefits attributed to Kombucha tea, this is why it has become such a craze lately and more and more people want to make it at home. As you may know, Kombucha is a fermented tea, so it is a slow process that will take some time, as it does to make other fermented foods like Kefir....

All purpose flour is a common ingredient in thousands of recipes and is widely used by thousands of people every day throughout the globe. If you have found it as an ingredient in a recipe and are confused because you can't find it in your local supermarket, don't panic! There are many terms used for...

Fresh, crisp, tasty and with all their nutrients. Do you want to preserve all the flavour and benefits of your vegetables? For health and also as a gift for discerning palates, at OneHowTo we explain some good tricks to enjoy your vegetables for much longer. For their price it's better to keep them in...

Puffed wheat squares are the perfect snacks that your mom must have made when you were a kid. People don’t make them much today, as there is a lot of technique that is required to make them perfect. Most people complain that when they make puffed wheat squares, they fall apart and don’t stick together....