Avocado Toast Is Easy and Delicious


Updated 05/08/12 10:54 AM · Posted by · 8 comments

Avocado Toast Recipe

In need of a superfast breakfast or snack? If so, we highly recommend avocado toast: it's mindlessly easy to make, comes together in under five minutes, and — most importantly — it's insanely delicious. To see how we like to make this vegetarian bite, watch the video now. Read more

Skip the Butter: 5 Healthy Toast Toppings


Updated 01/27/12 10:58 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Toast Toppings

A piece of whole-grain toast in the morning is a quick, no-fuss breakfast. But when you add the usual toppings of butter and jam, it becomes a vehicle for refined sugar and saturated fat. Pass on empty calories and make your toast with one of these protein-packed and heart-healthy toppings. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day after all! Source Read more

The Difference Between Bruschetta and Crostini


Updated 11/01/11 1:51 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Difference Between Bruschetta and Crostini

Both bruschetta and crostini are Italian terms that relate to crispy bread. But what's the difference between the two of them? Crostini translates to "little toasts" and generally refers to small pieces of bread that are baked. These toasts are then topped with a variety of ingredients like cheese, vegetables, meat, or seafood. Bruschetta, on the other hand, is a larger piece of bread that is Read more

Which Popular Breakfast Item Contains More Calories?


Updated 05/28/11 10:40 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 7 comments

Calories in Popular Breakfast Foods

Oh, breakfast, the most important meal of the day. You either love it, or you hate it, and if you love it, there's so much delicious goodness to enjoy in your morning meal. But do you know how many calories are in some of our favorite breakfast dishes? Take this quiz to see how well you know your stuff! Take the Quiz Read more

When You Burn Toast, Do You Scrape and Eat It or Trash It?


Updated 09/01/10 8:51 PM · Posted by partysugar · 13 comments

When You Burn Toast, Do You Scrape and Eat It or Trash It?

Over the weekend, I burned toast twice: once when making breadcrumbs and another time when grilling crostini. However, I don't mind a little char, and instead of tossing the burnt bread into the compost bin, I scraped it off and ate it. What do you do with burnt toast? When You Burn Toast, Do You Scrape and Eat It or Trash It? Scrape and eat it Trash it Read more

Do You Like Your Buns Toasted?


Updated 05/27/10 6:10 AM · Posted by partysugar · 8 comments

Do You Like Your Buns Toasted?

Whenever I enjoy a burger or hot dog, I take the time to toast the bun. I prefer to do it on the grill since it imparts a crisp smokiness to the bread, but in a pinch, a skillet or the broiler works fine. How about you? Do You Like Your Buns Toasted? Yes No Read more

Simple Tip: Warm Butter in Between Toast


Updated 12/07/09 6:52 PM · Posted by partysugar · 3 comments

How to Warm Cold Butter Between Slices of Toast

If you don't keep butter at room temperature, it can be pretty hard to spread it straight out of the fridge onto a piece of toast. That's why I've been employing my dad's easy technique for quickly melting butter between toast for years. Here's what you do: Use a butter knife to cut a sliver or small pat of cold butter. Place on a piece of toast. Cover with another piece of toast, creating a Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Skillet Vegetables on Cheese Toast


Updated 02/08/12 10:48 AM · Posted by partysugar · 4 comments

Fast & Easy Dinner: Skillet Vegetables on Cheese Toast

Make sure your loved ones get their fill of veggies by serving this simple but scrumptious vegetarian meal. Crusty, thick-cut wheat bread is topped with creamy goat cheese and quick-sauteed vegetables. Once you read the recipe's technique, get creative: the bread, cheese, and vegetable combinations are virtually endless. Dislike mushrooms? Sub in butternut squash. Goat cheese not your thing? Use Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Broccoli Soup With Cheddar Toasts


Updated 02/08/12 10:47 AM · Posted by partysugar · 12 comments

Fast & Easy Dinner: Broccoli Soup With Cheddar Toasts

Although broccoli can be found year-round, it's actually in season during the Fall. Take advantage of the crisp, green vegetable with this upscale variation of the classic broccoli and cheddar combination. The delicious and well-seasoned puree makes for a healthy yet comforting meal. Topped with crisp cheddar toasts, this soup is elegant enough to entertain with. Get the recipe and read Read more