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Youll need more than your coffee maker for this Italian classic. What Is Coffee? Its made from theCoffeaplant’s roasted seeds or cherries. Credit:Getty Images The two most common varieties areCoffea arabicaandCoffea robusta.Arabica beansare often celebrated for their sweet and fruity flavor. Theyre frequently touted for superior taste, usually at a higher price point. You’ve probably noticed your local cafe proudly advertising their use of 100 percent Arabica beans. Credit: Photo: Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...

Picking the right product can make all the difference. Don’t get us wrong, bar soap is just finegreat, evenfor washing your hands and body. We love a classic bar of slippery, sudsy soap as much as the next gal. Credit:Robin Lynne Gibson/Getty Images We know theskincare aislecan be intimidating with all of its serums and creams. When it comes to actually cleaning your face, should you choose a face wash or cleanser?...

Here’s the scoop. Are we describinga scoop of ice creamor a cup of frozen custard? The two sweet treats are often mistaken for each other, but there are distinct characteristics to each. Credit: Christopher Stevenson/Getty Images While ice cream is light, airy, and creamy, frozen custard is way denser and creamier. So, what makes the difference between these two popular frozen desserts? Read on to find out. Credit: Illustration by Kailey Whitman...

It’s all comes down to the role of rice. Key Takeaways Gumboandjambalayaare classic Louisiana dishes that have become popular across the country. The main difference between the two is the role of the rice, which is integral to both. Credit:Dotdash Meredith Gumbo is served with rice that is cooked separately, but rice goes into the jambalaya pot. Now I get it." Dotdash Meredith Gumbo Gumbo is a Louisiana stew (or soup if brothy!...

It comes down to fat. Well explain what sets half-and-half and heavy cream apart, and when it’s best to use each. Half-and-Half Vs. That means, at minimum,heavy creamcontains double the fat content of the fattiest half-and-half on the market. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Seeing as half-and-half is a blend of milk and cream, it makes sense that it contains less fat. Another key difference between the two isviscosity, as heavy cream is naturally thicker....

Complete your kitchen with one of these picks. Photo: Tony Anderson (Getty Images) Ah, kitchen ranges. Is it time to upgrade the star of yourkitchen? Credit:Photo: Tony Anderson (Getty Images) How does it work? With this heating style, pans are heated directly instead of indirectly through a burner. Pros Induction stovetops are gaining speed in popularity, and it’s no surprise as to why. Credit:Photo: Johner Images (Getty Images) These stovetops come with several benefits, like being incredibly energy-efficient from their direct heating....

Whether you’re a dailydrinkeror an occasional sipper, coffee lovers have strong opinions on their brew. So, how does it differ from a canister of ground Folgers or Starbucks? Well discuss the main differences between the two types of coffee and answer the most commonly asked questions. Food Stylist: Torie Cox. Food Stylist: Torie Cox What Is Instant Coffee? The brew is concentrated and dried into coffee crystals through freeze-drying or spray-drying....

Preserves and marmalades deserve a place in your pantry, as well. What can make a hot buttered biscuit even better? A dollop of your favoritestrawberry jam, that’s what. Credit: LauriPatterson/Getty Images Or maybe you prefer grape jelly or peach preserves? The primary difference between jam and jelly is that jam is made with fruit and jelly uses fruit juice. Preserves contain whole fruit or large pieces of fruit. Credit:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely...

Listen up if youre dealing with an oil-based stain. Here’s what it’s crucial that you know about liquid and powder laundry detergents. Kim Romineis a P&G Fabric Care Scientist. Credit:Getty Images Its important to note that specific formulations vary among different brands and types of liquid detergents, explains Romine. In essence, all liquid detergents arent created equal, so find one that works for your unique needs. Where they differ comes down to how each formula dissolves in water....

We asked a Birmingham bartender to share his secrets. But with so many bottles to choose from, how are you to know whats what? Theyre typically much lower in alcohol by volume. Credit: Robbie Caponetto; Styling: Lydia Pursell Can You Taste the Difference Between Liquor and Liqueur? Typically liquor, to the taste, isnt sweet, Lapierre says. That sugar is what youre going to get from liqueurs pretty much across the board....

Winter and spring are orange seasons, and we love makingrecipes featuring citrus fruit. Keep reading to find out about what makes mandarins, clementines, and tangerines different from one another. What Is A Mandarin? Credit:Getty Images Mandarins are part of the orange family. Getty Images What Is A Tangerine? Tangerines (Citrus tangerina) are believed to originate from Southeast Asia. Credit:Getty Images In the United States, these bright orange, round fruits are typically called mandarins....

Here’s everything you oughta know about this grocery store staple. You probably also always have lemons in the house. What Is A Meyer Lemon? Meyer lemons are considered to be a hybrid between a mandarin orange and a lemon. Aside from their distinct appearance and flavor profile, these lemons stand out because they are seasonal. Not as hardy as regular lemons, they don’t withstand traveling long distances to reach grocery stores....

Getty Images The sheervariety of hydrangeasavailable at garden centers speaks to their popularity. Gardeners adore the billowy blooms and elegant foliage they bring to the summer garden. But sometimes hydrangeas fail to bloom. Credit:Getty Images You may be surprised that improper pruning commonly plays a role. Not all hydrangeas are alike. The group includes several species that fall into two distinctpruninggroups: old wood and new wood hydrangeas. These flower buds overwinter on the shoots and pop fire up following spring or summer....