A recipe for beans made a small mention of "French style rice". I can't find it on the internet.
Great gifts to give to teachers, hostess, family members. Take tall glass bottles and add oils and put in herbs and let set so oil takes in the herb flavor.
Old Fashioned Soda Fountain Treats (Part 1)
Close your eyes and come with me, a trip down memory lane to the place where red and white checked dreams come true. Many of us from the older generation can remember going to the local soda fountain for a burger and a shake or to have an egg cream or homemade French fries.
What is Powdered Dextrose? Could someone tell me what powdered dextrose is? We have a family project this weekend of making homemade sausage (various kinds), and one of the recipes calls for powdered dextrose.
To eat eggs or not? Also, a secret to storing them. Since the early 70's, people have been debating whether or not eggs are bad for you and believe it seems the jury is still out. According to a study funded by the National Institute of Health, 1 egg per day is unlikely to have a substantial impact on the cardiovascular health among healthy men and women. . .
Peas (Information and Recipes)
This vegetable has been cultivated since ancient times, probably from southwest Asia.
Is Organic Really Better for You?
I had finally come to a place in my life where I was concerned about my health and that of my family. After all, it's not the quantity, but the quality of life right? And if you can increase both, all the better! We started exercising, eating healthier and taking vitamins.
Interesting Chocolate Statistics
Just about everyone loves the sweet temptation of chocolates and candy. Here are some intriguing statistics and facts about candy and chocolate:
Carrots are usually a autumn/winter vegetable, but will be seen all year long being they are one of the most popular vegetables!
Below are some helpful tips, facts and a recipe about those delicious cherries that will be ripe on the tree before you know it.
Corn History in American Cuisine
If you could pick a single food that exemplifies the Americas, what would you pick? No food really screams American like corn. In the U.S., corn is really popular in Southern food.
Avocados (Information and Recipes)
The avocado originates from Central America, but is now grown in tropical and sub-tropical climates around the world. The two main kind of avocados found in the USA are: Haas, which are black and with bumpy skin currently being grown in California; and Fuerte, a thin, smooth skinned variety grown in Florida.
Onions (Information and Recipes)
There is evidence to support that the ancient Egyptians used to cultivate onions. Onions are part of the Lily family.
Lemons (Information and Recipes)
The lemon originanted from South-East Asia, possibly India or Malaysia. Now, they are grown in tropical and temperate locations around the world, with California being the USA's major producer.
Many years ago while taking a nutrition class at the same time as a computer programming class I worked on a program to find what foods would give you the recommended daily allowances. My first run though I had limited it to one food.
Cauliflower is part of the cabbage family. Caulis means stalk and Floris means flower.
A nut is a dry fruit with an edible kernel in a shell. Some "nuts" are really legumes (Brazil nuts) or seeds (peanuts).
Broccoli (Information and Recipes)
Broccoli is Italian for "cabbage sprout". Broccoli is related to cabbage, Brussel Sprouts and cauliflower.. Broccoli is deep green with tight clusters of florets on tiny tree- like buds known as the stem!
Did you know that Johnny Appleseed was born John Chapman on September 26th, 1774? He was known as Johnny Appleseed for spreading apple seeds all over Ohio, Michigan, Indiana and Illinois!
The proper term, in reference to grains, is cereal grains. The word "cereal" comes from Ceres, a pre-Roman goddess of agriculture. Cereal includes any plant from the grass family that produces an edible seed.
Turning Up The Heat: Growing Hot Peppers
Many gardeners are developing a passion for hot peppers. With all of the exciting colors, shapes, tastes, and degrees of heat for every palate, it's easy to see why. Here are some helpful tips for selecting and growing hot peppers.
Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana "Bertoni") is an all natural sweetener that you can grow in your garden. Native to South America (Paraguay), stevia has zero calories, zero carbohydrates and a zero glycemic index. It makes a wonderful substitute for sugar in your coffee or tea, and you can also use it for cooking and baking. Here's how to grow it.
Many cultures have used edible flowers in their traditional dishes for centuries. And with a growing interest in global cuisine, edible flowers are once again coming back into vogue with the gardening masses. Whether you grow them alongside your vegetables or in containers, edible flowers are a wonderful way to bring added color, texture and flavor to your favorite summer dishes.
Arrowroot is used as a thickening agent for gravies and sauces. Will give a nice gloss to the food you add it to.
