Tell me if this scenario sounds familiar – after hearing what a great source of protein tempeh is, you eagerly tried cooking it at home for the first time but ended up with a slimy, bland, bitter mess that was pretty unpleasant to eat. You were probably left wondering whether
As vegans, we love our tempeh. Protein-packed and dense, it’s the perfect vehicle for sauces and marinades. As a fermented product, however, the best ways to handle and store it can be confusing. So, can you freeze tempeh? I’ll explain the best methods and outline the food safety tips you
It’s a delicious, addictingly cheesy condiment beloved by vegans, but does nutritional yeast expire? If you’re new to this unique seasoning ingredient, you may be confused as to why the package doesn’t have an expiration date. How long is nutritional yeast safe to use? Does it ever really go bad?
If you’re new to tempeh as a plant-based protein, you may be concerned by its unique appearance. After all, we’re usually told to avoid foods that look fuzzy or have dark spots! Tempeh is safe to eat when fresh, but how can you tell whether it’s gone bad? As a
Plant-based foods can be bland on their own, but having the right vegan spices and seasonings on hand can make all the difference. Not only do they impart a boost of flavor and interest, they also contain powerful antioxidants and polyphenols to help reduce chronic inflammation. Using spices, seasonings, and
Quorn is a unique meat alternative growing in popularity with the rise in plant-based diets. It’s a new food for many, which means you may not be sure how best to handle it for food safety. Can you get food poisoning from it? Can you reheat Quorn, or should leftovers
Quinoa is a versatile, nutritious whole grain considered a staple for plant-based diets. It’s a new food for many, which means you may not be sure how best to handle it for food safety. Can you get food poisoning from it? Can you reheat quinoa, or should leftovers be thrown
Tofu is an incredibly versatile, affordable plant-based protein growing in popularity with the rise in plant-based diets. It’s a new food for many, which means you may not be sure how best to handle it for food safety. Can you get food poisoning from it? Can you reheat tofu, or
We all hate to see food go to waste, but it’s important to avoid eating food contaminated by bacteria and other food-borne pathogens. This is true even for plant-based foods, which are increasing in popularity. Lentils are one of these, but how risky are they for food poisoning? Can you
