Jeff Campbell 
Organically grown food is typically more expensive than its traditionally grown counterparts. Coffee is no exception to this rule. So if you’re paying more, it’s not uncommon to wonder is organic coffee healthier? Organically grown coffee is not healthier as roasting non-organic beans actually removes 99.8% of the pesticides. And all coffee, organic or otherwise, … Read more
Most of us love popcorn, but let’s face it. Bagged and microwave popcorn is just not as good as freshly popped popcorn. But is a popcorn machine worth it? Popcorn machines start around $25. Most have non-stick surfaces for easy cleaning & a stirring arm to reduce unpopped kernels and have 100’s of near 5-star … Read more
If you’re anything like me, you love a nice hot cup of coffee first thing in the morning. But if your Keurig doesn’t make the coffee hot enough for you, you may have wondered can I put hot water in my Keurig? You can put hot water in your Keurig. However, the plastic water tank … Read more
I pretty much love all types of Asian food, and while I know a great deal about each type, I have wondered specifically is Vietnamese food similar to Thai? Thai & Vietnamese are similar with both using rice, noodles, garlic, ginger, and fresh herbs like cilantro and basil. However, Vietnamese food is lighter and milder. … Read more
If you’ve recently bought a new coffee maker, you might be wondering what the best kind of water is to use to make coffee. You may be considering using distilled water. But is it OK to use distilled water to make coffee? Distilled water is not a great choice for coffee as lack of minerals can … Read more
A watched pot never boils. An unwatched pot, however, seems to boil over as soon as you turn your back. So if you’ve ever wondered how to keep soup from boiling over, or any boiling liquid, I have a solution: To stop boil-overs on your stovetop, don’t use wooden spoons. Salt, while essential for cooking … Read more
I have loved Indian food for decades, particularly curry. More recently, I’ve been hearing about Jamaican curry. I’ve begun wondering what is the difference between Jamaican and Indian curry. The primary difference between Jamaican and Indian curry is that Jamaican curry is made with curry powder. Curry in India is not made with curry powders … Read more
Instant Pot has revolutionized the world of pressure cookers and how we cook each week. But many have wondered can you use a pressure cooker to cook dry food? You can bake a variety of items in a pressure cooker such as cakes, cookies, brownies, etc. Some baked goods will need to be in a … Read more
Avocado toast is currently a huge craze. But since avocado usually turns brown fairly quickly, a lot of people wonder can you make avocado toast the night before? To make avocado toast the night before, squeeze lemon juice onto your mashed avocado and then store it in a ziplock bag that you squeeze all the … Read more
I love tortillas and tamales, which are traditionally made from corn masa. But with a daughter who eats gluten-free, I’ve wondered does corn masa have gluten? Corn masa does not contain gluten. However, not all brands of masa harina are certified gluten-free. This makes them subject to possible cross-contamination with wheat and gluten. But it’s … Read more