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About Avocado

By Christie Leman

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One of the most unusual fruits in existence, the avocado is a food staple for many cultures worldwide and contains high levels of monounsaturated fat and numerous vitamins and minerals. The avocado has gained popularity across the United States, ... more »

About Beans

By Kevin Rail

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Beans are used and enjoyed by many cultures in many ways. They might be small, but they pack quite a punch when it comes to their nutritional content. But one of the greatest things about them, is their versatility. They can be cooked, they can ... more »

About Bread Dough

By Hannah Rice Myers

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There is absolutely nothing more tantalizing than the smell of fresh-baked bread. Not only is it a journey back to the days when a person's survival depended on fresh loaves of bread, it is a means of eating more healthfully in today's world, a ... more »

About Bread Pudding

By Patricia Resnick

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Bread pudding is a delight for some and a horror for others. Classic bread pudding has usually been considered a bland dish made for children and invalids. Thankfully, we are never satisfied with the status quo, so bread pudding has become a ... more »

About Butternut Squash

By Naomi Judd

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Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata) is a delicious addition to any meal and many recipes include it as a main ingredient. The specifics and uses of this easy-to-find squash also known as the butternut pumpkin in Australia are as follows... more »

About Champagne Storage

By asmestad

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Champagne refers specifically to sparkling wines produced in Champagne, France. The creation and consumption of the beverage dates back before Medieval times in Europe, where it is known as a symbol of luxury. Champagne continues to be paired ... more »

About Cheese Fondue

By Patricia Resnick

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Cheese fondue is a perennial dish, enjoying periodic revivals but never completely out of favor. Fondue can be gussied up as a chocolate or marshmallow dessert with cake and fruit, but its most basic form is cheese, wine and bread. Fondue is ... more »

About Coffee

By Beth Ebersbaker

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Coffee is one of the most popular beverages consumed in the modern world. People drink it in a wide variety of forms that have evolved over time and across cultures. It has endured over 12 centuries of development and controversy. People who ... more »

About Cognac & Armagnac

By Lindsay Woodland

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Cognac and Armagnac are two distinct but similar types of French brandy. Both of these spirits begin their lives as a humble, unpalatable white wine, which is then transformed into Cognac or Armagnac through a process of distillation and aging. ... more »

About Cognac Glasses

By Michael Hinckley

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Cognac is one of the world's most refined alcoholic drinks with a stringent production standard and a long tradition of excellence. It is a classic with after-dinner conversations next to the fire. In order to better savor the nuances of these ... more »

About Cognac Grades

By Michael Hinckley

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Cognac conjures images of after-dinner drinks by the fire, a snifter cupped gently in one hand as the aromas tantalize the nose. Cognacs are among the most sophisticated drinks in the world, but not all cognacs are created equal. Each cognac has ... more »

About Cooking Eggplant

By Rose Kivi

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Eggplant is a popular addition to diets around the world. Eggplant's popularity in America has made more varieties available in grocery stores. The health benefits and unique taste of eggplants makes them a smart choice for the dinner table... more »

About Cottage Cheese

By Peggy Deland

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Almost one billion pounds of cottage cheese is consumed in the United States each year. It is a popular food due to its relatively low cost and perceived health benefits. Unlike other cheeses, cottage cheese is produced without being aged; this ... more »

About Crab Legs

By Lindsay Woodland

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Crab legs are a staple on seafood smorgasbords, Chinese buffets and steakhouse menus everywhere. Crab is also an ingredient in various types of cuisine, from sushi to deli foods. However, not all crab legs are created equal. Here's a look at the ... more »

About Creamy Alfredo Sauce

By Demand 12857

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A blend of butter, cream and Parmesan cheese at its simplest, creamy Alfredo sauce complements pasta, spring vegetables, chicken and seafood. The dish known as fettuccine Alfredo features long fettuccine noodles tossed with Alfredo sauce, and to ... more »

About Egg Salad

By Mitch Tobias

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Egg salad sandwiches have always been popular with children. However, as we grow older and our taste palettes change, we tend to forget about the pure joy that comes from eating a homemade egg salad sandwich. Born perhaps out of necessity, one ... more »

About French Cognac

By Michael Hinckley

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Cognac is perhaps the most famous of French liquors in the world, second only to its cousin, champagne. Though this luxurious and exotic derivative of wine is associated forever with the French town that bears its name, not all cognacs are ... more »

About Fresh Ginger Substitutes

By Lindsay Woodland

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Fresh ginger is a distinctively flavored root that lends a sweet and spicy quality to foods. Fresh ginger is usually easy to find in supermarkets year-round and can be stored indefinitely in the freezer, but there are several good substitutes if ... more »

About Fried Rice

By Lindsay Woodland

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Fried rice is a staple food of many cuisines and cultures, prized for its versatility and economy. Although fried rice has Chinese roots, American, Cuban, Indonesian and Hawaiian versions are popular today. Fried rice is a great way to use up ... more »

About Fruit Punch

By Stevee LaDuke

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Fruit punch is a drink enjoyed by many people for almost every occasion. Fruit punch is often served at social gatherings, since it is tasty and fairly affordable to make. Punch can be served either plain or with alcohol, making it a very ... more »

About Fudge

By Lindsay Woodland

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Fudge, which supposedly originated in America over 100 years ago, is one of the country's most popular confections. The recipe has gone through many permutations over the years, and now there are multiple variants of this sweet treat... more »

About Gingerbread Houses

By J. David

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Christmastime conjures many images and memories, from Santa Claus to pine trees decorated with tinsel and lights. Brightly colored wrapping paper hiding boxes of toys and clothes often reminds one of the holidays. One of the most interesting ... more »

About Glazed Ham

By Susan Miller

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The favorite glazed ham for most people is the one we tasted in our childhood, made by Mom or Grandma. Now might be the time to give your taste buds a new experience. These different glazes - and there are many - won't ever take the place of ... more »

About Goat Cheese

By Shelley Moore

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Goat cheese is an ancient creation made from the milk of goats. Although it has mainly been found in Middle Eastern areas through much of history, its worldwide popularity is increasing due to its beneficial health aspects and unique flavors. ... more »

About Gum

By Nicole Harms

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Chewing gum has been a part of human history since almost the beginning of time. It seems humans have always wanted to chew on something. Americans can now choose from over 1,000 types of gum sold in stores across the country. People have fallen ... more »