Pantry Staples

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Close-up of cooking salt samples, including Himalayan pink salt, with a dark drop falling into the pile, symbolizing lead contamination.

Lead Contamination in Cooking Salts: What You Need to Know

A recent study found lead levels in all 10 analyzed salt samples, including popular specialty varieties, exceeded maximum safe levels, according to PMC .

Alex Chen·July 1, 2026

A beautifully styled overhead shot of plump canned butter beans on a rustic table, showcasing quality and gourmet appeal.

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Discovering Top Canned Butter Beans

Grace butter beans, hailed by Bonappetit as the most plump and creamy canned variety, are now available nationally in 14.

Isabela Costa·June 4, 2026