We live in an era where we are constantly seeking faster, better, and newer.
After all, we love to takeclassic recipes and add a modern twistto them.
It’s also common to eschew old-fashioned ingredients for new time-saving pre-prepped ingredients.
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But it’s a mistake to discount these underrated ingredients, say experts.
Are any of those groceries you’re adding to your Instacart canned pineapple or canned peaches?
Or maybe tarragon or simply beans?
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The results were varied and eye-opening, and we dare say, potentially very delicious.
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Golden praises it for being incredibly versatile.
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“The nutty flavor it brings todishes makes it perfect for adding richness and complexity.”
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“Some believe cottage cheese was one of the first cheeses made in America” shares Amidor.
Try herwhipped cottage cheese with berries and pistachiosfor a mega morning pick-me-up.
Celery root
Celeriac or celery root is a root vegetable with a lot of good-for-you properties.
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“It’s also high in fiber which can help support heart and gut health.
Celeriac makes a tasty addition to soups and stews” says Amidor.
Celery root can also be mashed and is a good low-carb stand-in for potatoes in a number of dishes.
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Use raw, shredded celeriac to add a fresh element to slaws and crunch to salads.
A spice that Koya would like to bring back into savory foods is cinnamon.
Try her recipe forSpiced Up Fall Salad.
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Try her take on aplant-based feijoada.
Try her recipe forSweet Paprika Fish With Tomato Tarragon Chutney.
A previous version of this article was originally published in July 2022.
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It has been updated with new information.
