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Mushrooms

Try Them Stuffed – Mushrooms

As a child, I did not like mushrooms, and now I love them! Stuffed mushrooms are loaded with flavor. You can fill mushrooms with almost

Pistachio

Smiling Pistachio Or Happy Nut?

Crazy about nuts? If not, you should be! Feb. 26 is National Pistachio Day, providing a great reason to introduce yourself to the nutritious little

Beneficial Beans

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends 2-3 cups of legumes per week for health (most American adults eat less than 1 cup). Legumes include foods

Tea

Beginner’s Tea Guide

What is the best tasting tea for beginners? I am going to explore some of the most common teas that I think are the best

Curry and rice

Curious About Curry?

The word ‘curry’ is a broad term and has several different meanings so it can get confusing! You can buy curry leaves, which are an

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Mushrooms

Try Them Stuffed – Mushrooms

As a child, I did not like mushrooms, and now I love them! Stuffed mushrooms are loaded with flavor. You can fill mushrooms with almost anything so experiment with different ideas and recipes. NUTRITION The nutritional value of mushrooms is greater than one may think! Although the nutritional info varies according to type chosen, mushrooms are low in calories (about 21 per cup), low in carbohydrates, low in sodium, fat-free, cholesterol-free, and provide fiber. Mushrooms contain many important vitamins and minerals.

Pistachio

Smiling Pistachio Or Happy Nut?

Crazy about nuts? If not, you should be! Feb. 26 is National Pistachio Day, providing a great reason to introduce yourself to the nutritious little nut if you aren’t already familiar with it. History Pistachios are one of the oldest edible nuts and are commonly used all over the world. They are native to Asia, particularly in Iran and Iraq. Archaeological evidence dates the association of pistachios and man as early as 6,000 BC. Packed with Nutrition Good things come

stacked chocolate chunks

Hot Cocoa Or Is It Hot Chocolate?

I do not like winter with its freezing temperatures, whipping wind, snow, and ice! Nevertheless, I do like to warm up with a hot beverage cradled in my hands. Whether it’s topped with a few puffy marshmallows or a dollop of freshly whipped cream, a mug of comforting, creamy hot chocolate is one of winter’s most decadent pleasures! Wait a minute – am I drinking hot chocolate or hot cocoa? While these terms are frequently used interchangeably, historically, hot cocoa

Beneficial Beans

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends 2-3 cups of legumes per week for health (most American adults eat less than 1 cup). Legumes include foods such as fresh peas and beans, soybeans, peanuts, and pulses. Pulses (what we commonly refer to as beans) include lentils, chickpeas, and dried peas and beans. These dry (or canned) beans are one simple, inexpensive, and tasty way to eat more legumes. Nutrition Beans are a healthful source of carbohydrates, fiber, and plant protein and

Tea

Beginner’s Tea Guide

What is the best tasting tea for beginners? I am going to explore some of the most common teas that I think are the best tasting for non-tea drinkers. Mostly, it seems to me the biggest complaint about tea taste is the bitterness. Getting Started I recommend starting with teas that are a little sweet. Honeybush teas are naturally sweet and easy to avoid oversteeping. The taste of honeybush tea is similar to that of rooibos, though slightly sweeter with

Curry and rice

Curious About Curry?

The word ‘curry’ is a broad term and has several different meanings so it can get confusing! You can buy curry leaves, which are an essential component of South Indian cooking. Curry may refer to a spice bend mixture called ‘curry powder.’ In addition to being a blend of spices, curry paste also includes oils and fresh ingredients such as ginger and garlic. Curry may refer to the stewed dish ‘curry’ cooked across many cultures and parts of the world.

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