People think of carrots as a sturdy, crunchy veggie, but many people are surprised by how prone they are to cracking. After all, none of Bugs Bunny’s carrots seemed to be cracked or split! So you may be wondering: Why do carrots split? Are they still edible after they split? Is there a way to …

If you enjoy carrot cake on even a somewhat regular basis, there is a good chance that you have sliced into a fresh, hot carrot cake and something doesn’t look right. The carrots, normally orange in color, look to have turned green. This can be a concerning experience. After all, when things are different than …

Eggplant makes for a delicious meal. Think about any time you have had a ratatouille or eggplant parmigiana; you no doubt loved every bite. If you enjoy eating eggplant regularly, you may have an important question with an uncertain answer: do I have to peel the eggplant? If you are preparing an eggplant meal in …

Garlic makes for a wonderful addition to just about any meal. It provides that extra depth of flavor that can take a good meal over the top and make it excellent. It only makes sense to want to add it to as many meals as you can. But there are those that refrain from eating …

You might have just cooked an Italian feast, or your mom came over to make lots of homemade family recipes for your family. Or maybe you just experimented with garlic in a new recipe and perhaps used way too much. Whatever the case, now you are seeking information on how to get rid of that …

Dog owners love their furry friends. They make for great companions thanks to their immense loyalty and the love they show. But there are things they do that can leave us feeling puzzled from time to time. One of those times of puzzlement is when they start licking your pillow. If you think it’s a …

Eggplant is a delicious, versatile food. It can be the star of a dish or simply act as a strong supporting character. In any event, it only makes sense that many people would want to keep eggplant stored in their fridge to use in a future meal. The problem is that eggplant can oxidize in …

When it is fresh, lettuce can provide a cool, crispy addition to any meal. You can even create your own salad by ripping off pieces from a head of lettuce. But shredded lettuce can feel like a whole different monster. We’ve all been there before: shredded lettuce sits in the fridge for a few days. …

Candles are a great way to add ambiance to a room while providing a pleasant scent in the process. They come in a huge range of scents and colors, allowing for whatever smell or mood you happen to desire. But there are times where the candle jar will start turning black. It is unsightly and …

Candles have been used since time immemorial for illuminating dark environments. In the olden days, candles were lit around the room to keep the place warm and to provide light during the darkness. However, with the passage of time, more sophisticated methods of illumination were introduced, ranging from lanterns to gas lamps. The ordinary candle …