The unique fragrance and pungent flavor of rosemary make it a key part of many dishes, particularly in meat recipes. If you’re in the middle of cooking and realize that you are out of rosemary, you might think it’s time to call it quits.

After all, what could replace the special flavor that rosemary adds to a dish?

Frankly speaking, there is no perfect substitute. If you want the exact flavor of rosemary, you need rosemary!

But that does not mean that there are no other good rosemary substitute options. In reality, there are many great options that you can use to substitute for rosemary!

While they do not have the exact taste, the following substitutes have similar flavor profiles that work well in recipes that call for rosemary!

Cumin has an incredibly unique flavor, so it can feel like a total deal breaker when you run out. I know that I’ve gone into flight mode, drove to the store, and bought myself a giant bottle of cumin to solve this problem before!

Still, that’s not the only solution. Little did you know that there are actually a few great options that can be used to replace cumin that you probably already have!

When looking for a cumin substitute, don’t look any farther than your kitchen. That’s right - the answer is in your pantry!

When you just want to heat something up quickly, you might not think twice about whether or not you can microwave styrofoam. You just stick it up, punch in some numbers, and, most of the time, everything turns out OK.

But can you microwave styrofoam safely? And why does it sometimes melt, turning your food into a hazard waste zone?

While styrofoam is convenient for take-out and as a disposable storage container, it’s not always safe to use in the microwave. There are different types of styrofoam, so you should be careful about what goes in the microwave.

Let’s break down the most common questions people have about styrofoam below; I hope they help you, too!

Whether you made a big batch of tamales and had some extra or you brought leftovers home after a delicious meal out, you might be at a loss for how to reheat them.

I know I was the first time I unwrapped some cold tamales from the refrigerator and realized that I had no idea how to bring them back to life! With some research and experimentation, however, I was able to enjoy them as much as I did on day one.

The best way to reheat tamales so that they stay moist and delicious is the same way that they are cooked!

But there’s more than one way to do this, so I’ll break down the equipment you’ll need to make your tamales as delicious as they were when they were freshly made. While some people like to reheat in the oven or microwave, I firmly believe that the best way to reheat tamales is using steam.

Let’s get to it!

Have you ever wondered why some brands say the you need to store the tortillas in the fridge immediately after purchase, when in fact, it was just sitting on a regular shelf at the grocery store when you bought it? Weird, huh? If you love making burritos and other delicious Mexican dishes like I do, then I am pretty sure that you have also been wondering, how long do tortillas last? Well, what are we waiting for? Let’s find out!

Don’t you hate it when you’re cooking, and you only need a small amount of something?

It’s always frustrating to waste ingredients that go bad quickly. Dairy products are especially hard to keep because they spoil fast, and they are usually called for in small amounts in recipes.

Sour cream is one such ingredient. Delicious as it may be in that cake recipe, having half of a container left over to spoil in your refrigerator is a waste of money.

Can you freeze sour cream? Yes! I’ve done it before, and it’s been such a great way to save me money and trips to the grocery store.

Let’s learn how. It’s easier than you think, and it will save you a ton of money otherwise wasted on spoiled products.

Oh no… you’re in the middle of making dinner, only to realize that you’re out of an important ingredient, tarragon! All hope might seem lost for the flavorful meal you were hoping to create.

While you could run to the store or send someone out to get some, there’s no need. While tarragon is a unique flavor, you can replace it with another ingredient that’s in your cupboard already. There’s even more than one way to replace it!

I’ve been in this situation before and have been able to substitute for tarragon successfully. Tarragon gives a lot of flavor to a dish, but it’s not the only way to impart flavor. When your hands are tied, find the perfect replacement for your dish.

Let’s explore your options!

Tomato paste is common in everything from pasta sauce to meat marinades. When you realize that you don’t have any tomato paste at home, you might be compelled to run to the store.

Don’t grab your keys just yet - you may have a substitute for tomato paste in your cupboard!

Since tomato paste is used for flavor and thickening, there are substitute ingredients that can work in your tacos, chili, or pasta.

I’ve been here before, and I know what works. Let’s run through the basics of cooking with tomato paste and choose the right substitute for your needs!

A few days back, I and my best friend first time tasted the pancakes of our university's food court. You can't imagine that how tasty and delicious those pancakes were. They were properly placed on the plate, perfectly thin, crispy, golden brown color and with fine edges.

After the above incident, we decided to take out the secret behind cooking such good pancakes. But how will that be possible?

It’s happened to us all before.

You’re in the middle of getting the ingredients ready for dinner when you realize you’re missing one. Today, you’re missing Dijon Mustard!

But don’t panic. Thanks to the dynamic flavor profile of Dijon Mustard, you probably have ingredients that will help you make a simple substitution and keep cooking.

Confession time: I don’t actually like Dijon Mustard at all! When it comes up in a recipe, I always substitute it with on the items below.

Read on to find out some of my favorite ways to substitute for dijon mustard. I bet they’ll become your favorites, too!