Tag: Nuts

Cooking With Walnuts

More than 99% of walnuts sold in supermarkets are harvested from trees that grow in the fertile soils of California’s Central Valley (U.S.A). Up to 50 tons of walnuts are harvested every year, from late August until late November. As the nuts begin to ripen in the fall, the outer green casing will split to […]

The Pecan & Its Culinary Uses

The pecan is a species of hickory native to the southern United States and northern Mexico. The pecan tree is the only tree nut native to North America. Its sweet, crunchy texture with a rich buttery flavor and unmatched nutritional content have resulted in its growing worldwide popularity. Pecan Tree Image Credit: Cecilia Deutsch/Dreamstime.com Origins […]

Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Pancakes with Orange Maple Mascarpone Sauce

Indulging in a weekend breakfast doesn’t have to mean compromising on health or flavor. Meet the perfect start to your morning: Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Pancakes with Orange Maple Mascarpone Sauce. These pancakes bring together the warm, comforting spices of traditional carrot cake and the moist, fluffy texture of a classic pancake, all without gluten. Brazilian-Style […]