Sweetened Shredded Coconut

A tropical treasure, sweetened shredded coconut boasts tender, flaky strands kissed with a touch of sugar, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and nutty richness.

Notes

Check for freshness by ensuring it smells sweet and not musty. Store in an airtight container to maintain its luscious texture.

Uses

Baking and desserts
Topping for yogurt or oatmeal
Macaroon bases

Replacements

Unsweetened shredded coconut with added sugar
Desiccated coconut

Tapioca Starch

Tapioca starch is a gluten-free starch extracted from the root of the cassava plant, which is indigenous to South America but widely cultivated in tropical regions around the world. It is a staple in many gluten-free diets due to its neutral flavor and excellent thickening properties. The starch has a mild, slightly sweet taste with no distinctive aroma, allowing it to blend seamlessly into both savory and sweet dishes. Its texture is smooth and gel-like when cooked, providing a glossy finish to sauces and puddings. In cooking, tapioca starch is prized for its ability to thicken liquids quickly and effectively, creating a clear, stable gel that withstands freezing and thawing without becoming grainy.

Champagne Vinegar

Champagne vinegar is a mild, slightly sweet vinegar made from fermented champagne or white wine. Its delicate flavor and bright acidity make it a popular choice for dressings, marinades, and deglazing.

Recipes to try

Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pizza Pockets

Golden, crispy pockets filled with a creamy ricotta and spinach blend that'll have you reaching for seconds.

Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Bright and zesty, this sheet pan dinner is a burst of sunshine with tender shrimp and crisp asparagus in a luscious garlic butter sauce.