German cuisine may not have the international recognition of some of its European counterparts, but German foods are so much more varied than its 200| Chef's Pencil
Queso fresco, also known as fresh cheese or queso blanco, is a staple in Mexican households, and is so easy to make, it's a wonder why everyone isn’t| Chef's Pencil
If there’s one thing everyone should know about the Lebanese, it is that they like to party, and eat! Lebanese people are family-oriented and value every| Chef's Pencil
Tofu is one of those foods that you either love or hate. But we think tofu has a bad reputation and we’re ready to change it! It is believed that tofu was| Chef's Pencil
So many of our favorite foods are topped with a dollop of good ol’ sour cream! Pierogi, tacos, nachos… And sour cream is the primary ingredient in some of| Chef's Pencil
Fromage blanc, or white cheese, is a popular French cheese. It is popular in Europe for its mild flavor and versatility and is enjoyed for breakfast with| Chef's Pencil
Are you making one of your delicious cheesecakes and out of ricotta? Did you plan a relaxing night at home and now everyone’s waiting for your dreamy| Chef's Pencil
Quark is a soft, pure white dairy product that isn’t always defined as cheese but is used in various cheese-like applications. Freshly made Quark is most| Chef's Pencil
Mamma mia, you are out of mascarpone but you want to make a tiramisu! Now what? So the unimaginable has happened! You get the urge for a famous tiramisu| Chef's Pencil
Cottage cheese is a cow’s milk product with a mild taste, thanks to having no added salts, sugars, or flavors. It is made by adding an enzyme to skim milk| Chef's Pencil
While we always try to keep our kitchens well stocked, there are times when, for one reason or another, we may find ourselves out of…well, you name it. Use our tips and guides to find the best substitute for cream cheese, mascarpone, Dijon mustard, bacon substitutes, turmeric and a wide range of other spices and ingredients that you need to prepare delicious dishes for you and your loved ones.| Chef's Pencil
Have you run out of cream cheese? Don’t have a clue what to use as a cream cheese substitute without ruining the flavor or texture? You’d be surprised to| Chef's Pencil
There are few things as delicious as Greek yogurt. This is an incredibly versatile food which you can enjoy on its own, or together with fresh fruit,| Chef's Pencil