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Honey is likely the oldest sweetener in the world and is certainly one of the most loved, and the one with the most variety. And it’s all thanks to the| Chef's Pencil
Buttermilk is a popular ingredient in many households around the world, as well as in pastry kitchens for its acidic quality and leavening ability.| Chef's Pencil
This popular Mexican cheese gets its roots from Queso Fresco, but Oaxaca cheese is actually more similar to a mozzarella than anything else in that it is| Chef's Pencil
Halloumi cheese originated in Cyprus and is most popular in Cyprus, Greece and the Middle East. But in recent years, halloumi has become a worldwide| 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
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
Brown sugar has a signature golden or brown color, due to naturally occurring molasses. Often it is a form of unrefined (or sometimes partially refined)| 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
Paneer derives from a Middle Eastern word meaning “all cheese,” but Paneer has become largely regarded as Indian Cottage Cheese. In India and other| 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
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
Arrowroot powder (sometimes called arrowroot starch or arrowroot flour) is a starch derived from a variety of plants, most commonly American arrowroot| Chef's Pencil
Tapioca flour, sometimes called tapioca starch or tapioca powder, is made from cassava root and is used as a flour, thickening agent, and sometimes in| Chef's Pencil
Coconut flour is ground, dried coconut meat, which is often the by-product of coconut milk production. It is very popular in certain diets because, in| 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
Almond flour (or almond meal, as it is sometimes known) is made from finely ground raw, peeled almonds. It is slightly sweet and makes delicious,| Chef's Pencil
First, let’s talk about vanilla! Vanilla is a spice derived from vanilla orchids that are primarily grown in Mexico. Three| Chef's Pencil
