This week, it's flower power. Because that's exactly what capers are and do — they are the flower buds of a wild bush that lend serious flavor power to your cooking. Our story starts several thousand ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Capers may seem like a pretty uninspiring ingredient -- small as they are -- but these little flavor bombs are pure gold for your cooking.

Turning things in tins and jars into a meal is an interesting alternative to making a salad entirely from fresh ingredients.