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]]>Nothing quite feels like baseball like roasted peanuts, and if you want to feel like you’re at the park, they’re a great snack to pick up. With a roasted saltiness that will have you reaching for a cold drink as you eat them, this is an all-time favorite.
If you’ve ever eaten lunch or dinner at a baseball game, there’s a pretty good chance that the “main course” of your meal was a hot dog. This classic choice is a favorite of baseball fans everywhere, whether they like topping them with ketchup, mustard, or relish.
Have you ever tried Cracker Jacks before? This classic ballpark snack food consists of caramel-coated popcorn that is blended in a mix with roasted peanuts. It’s the sweet and salty treat that you never knew you needed in your life.
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]]>Most people don’t know that many fruits and veggies can be pickled, and mango is definitely one of them. Pickled mangos are crunchy and sweet and it’s one of the best things to prepare if you have some unripe mangos in the kitchen.
Mangoes are rich in vitamins and minerals, so it shouldn’t come as surprise that this fruit is great for promoting skin health. Adding mango to your diet can help prevent breakouts, reduce skin inflammation, and signs of aging.
From Asia and Africa to America and Europe, mangos are consumed all around the world and it’s the most popular and beloved fruit.
Mangos don’t like cold temperatures, which is why unripe mangos should always be kept at room temperatures and not in the fridge.
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]]>Arnold Palmer was a legendary American golfer from Latrobe, Pennsylvania who won seven Major Championships in the 1950s and 1960s, becoming one of the best golfers of his time.
After golfing, Palmer was known to head to the country club at the course he was playing and order a drink that consisted of three parts unsweetened ice tea and one part lemonade in order to cool down.
Palmer often ordered his special drink at country clubs where he was known by simply ordering a “Mr. Palmer.” The waitstaff at places like Augusta National and his hometown club of Latrobe Country Club always knew what he was talking about.
However, according to Palmer himself, in the late 1960s in Palm Springs, California, a woman overheard him ordering his signature drink at a country club and said that she would like one of those “Mr. Palmers” too. From there, the drink spread by word of mouth all over the country until it became a household name. Cheers to Arnold Palmer and his special, delicious drink!
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]]>It is important that you choose tomatoes that are fresh, juicy, and that will last for several days in the fridge. The best tomatoes will have unblemished skins, that are glossy and firm to the touch.
There are many different varieties of tomato. While they all have their own special features, there are some that are more common than others, and more useful. Some of the best varieties to know are the cherry tomato, the plum tomato, the standard globe tomato, and the beafsteak tomato.
Cherry tomatoes are small and sweet. They’re great in salads, stews, or on pizza toppings. They go well with cucumber, salad leaves, and basil.
Plum tomatoes have a long elongated shape. This makes them good for roasting or grilling, and they’re excellent in sauces and soups.
These are big slicing tomatoes. They’re great eaten fresh in salads, but also roasted, baked or stewed. They go well with cheeses, garlic, and pesto.
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]]>The post Did You Know That There Are Over 11 Varieties Of Eggplant? appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>There are many different varieties of eggplant. The American or Globe eggplant is the one that we are most familiar with, while other varieties include the Chinese eggplant, the Sicilian eggplant, the Fairytale eggplant, the Indian eggplant, the Japanese eggplant, the Rosa Bianca, the Thai eggplant, the White eggplant, and many more.
Try out as many of these different varieties as possible, because they’re all unique in their own way.
You can cook all of these eggplants in many ways. Some of the most effective are roasting, baking, pan-frying, stewing, or deep-frying in batter.
The Chinese and Japanese eggplants are long thin tubes, very different in shape from the American globe variety. The Thai eggplant is small, round, and green. And the Indian eggplant looks like the globe but is smaller and rounder in shape.
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]]>The post What Makes Soft-Serve Ice Cream Unique? appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>One of the key factors that gives soft-serve ice cream its unique character is the low amount of milkfat that is contained in the final product. Only about 3% to 6% of the final composition of soft-serve is milkfat, which gives it a softer and airier texture.
While regular ice cream is frozen and churned at temperatures between 0 and 10 degrees Fahrenheit, the serving and churning temperature for soft-serve is much higher. At around 25 degrees Fahrenheit, this makes for a more liquidy treat that isn’t as brain-numbingly cold.
Another reason that soft-serve ice cream is lighter than regular ice cream is because it contains extra air which is churned in. This is done in order to keep the ice cream stable and non-melty in warmer conditions.
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]]>The post It’s Filloa Time in Galicia! appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>Filloas are one of the most popular of these Galician treats, and the month of February is the traditional time to sample them if you are lucky enough to be in Galicia or in a place where they can be found.
Have you ever tried a crepe before? If so, you already have an idea of what a filloa is like. Milk, eggs, flour, and sugar are the main ingredients that are used for the batter of this special treat. Some Galician chefs also add anise or cinnamon to their filloas to give them an extra bit of flavor.
These sweet treats are then spread thin on a hot surface, traditionally a griddle, and cooked on both sides until they are golden-brown. Traditional Galician toppings for filloas include honey (the region is known for producing fantastic honey), powdered sugar, and even a cinnamon-sugar mix. Nowadays, although it isn’t necessarily traditional, Nutella, melted chocolate, and even cream can even be put inside of them.
Is your mouth watering yet? Be sure to give filloas a try if you get a chance.
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]]>The post What’s the Difference Between Black and Green Tea? appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>While everyone is familiar with the existence of these two “colors” of tea, what is it exactly that makes them different? Let’s dive into green and black teas and find out more!
Green tea is taken as leaves and buds from the tea plant that are not subjected to any sort of process after they are picked other than drying. There are many ways that green tea is dried, including sun-drying, steaming, baking at low temperatures, and charcoal firing.
This results in a tea that has a delicate, natural flavor and does not contain more than a little bit of bitterness. It certainly has a more neutral taste that especially shines when the quality of the tea leaves is high.
Black tea differs from green tea due to the fact that it undergoes an oxidation and withering process that alters its taste. First, after being picked, the leaves are placed in a room in which air is blown over the leaves, causing them to lose moisture.
Then, they are rolled and oxidized by staying in an oxygen-rich, moist room which causes them to acquire a more bitter and astringent taste and a black color. This is why the final product tastes so different!
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]]>The post What’s the Difference Between Black and Green Tea? appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>While everyone is familiar with the existence of these two “colors” of tea, what is it exactly that makes them different? Let’s dive into green and black teas and find out more!
Green tea is taken as leaves and buds from the tea plant that are not subjected to any sort of process after they are picked other than drying. There are many ways that green tea is dried, including sun-drying, steaming, baking at low temperatures, and charcoal firing.
This results in a tea that has a delicate, natural flavor and does not contain more than a little bit of bitterness. It certainly has a more neutral taste that especially shines when the quality of the tea leaves is high.
Black tea differs from green tea due to the fact that it undergoes an oxidation and withering process that alters its taste. First, after being picked, the leaves are placed in a room in which air is blown over the leaves, causing them to lose moisture.
Then, they are rolled and oxidized by staying in an oxygen-rich, moist room which causes them to acquire a more bitter and astringent taste and a black color. This is why the final product tastes so different!
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]]>The post Avoid Pairing Wine With These Foods appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>However, keep in mind that there are some foods that simply do not go well with any type of wine. Here are some that you should choose a different drink to enjoy with.
Contrary to popular belief, you probably do not want to pair sushi with wine the next time you have this special Japanese treat. Why? Well, the complex flavors of fish, sushi rice, and seaweed are unique and hard to pair with, and wine even has certain compounds that can give fish a metallic aftertaste while drinking it.
Not all people enjoy Brussel Sprouts, and even those who do will readily admit that this vegetable is not for everyone. Earthy and even a little bit sulfurous, drinking wine with these little green guys is an experience that leads to a strange taste that you may not enjoy.
Can you believe it? Even though chocolate and red wine are often touted as an ideal pairing, the reality is that if you want to enjoy the best of both your chocolate and wine, it’s best not to mix them. The fattiness of chocolate and its own tannins can leave a sour taste in your mouth while enjoying wine.
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]]>The post Add These Baseball Park Snacks to Your List appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>Nothing quite feels like baseball like roasted peanuts, and if you want to feel like you’re at the park, they’re a great snack to pick up. With a roasted saltiness that will have you reaching for a cold drink as you eat them, this is an all-time favorite.
If you’ve ever eaten lunch or dinner at a baseball game, there’s a pretty good chance that the “main course” of your meal was a hot dog. This classic choice is a favorite of baseball fans everywhere, whether they like topping them with ketchup, mustard, or relish.
Have you ever tried Cracker Jacks before? This classic ballpark snack food consists of caramel-coated popcorn that is blended in a mix with roasted peanuts. It’s the sweet and salty treat that you never knew you needed in your life.
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]]>The post Interesting Things You Didn’t Know About Mangos appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>Most people don’t know that many fruits and veggies can be pickled, and mango is definitely one of them. Pickled mangos are crunchy and sweet and it’s one of the best things to prepare if you have some unripe mangos in the kitchen.
Mangoes are rich in vitamins and minerals, so it shouldn’t come as surprise that this fruit is great for promoting skin health. Adding mango to your diet can help prevent breakouts, reduce skin inflammation, and signs of aging.
From Asia and Africa to America and Europe, mangos are consumed all around the world and it’s the most popular and beloved fruit.
Mangos don’t like cold temperatures, which is why unripe mangos should always be kept at room temperatures and not in the fridge.
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]]>The post The Story of How Arnold Palmers Were Created appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>Arnold Palmer was a legendary American golfer from Latrobe, Pennsylvania who won seven Major Championships in the 1950s and 1960s, becoming one of the best golfers of his time.
After golfing, Palmer was known to head to the country club at the course he was playing and order a drink that consisted of three parts unsweetened ice tea and one part lemonade in order to cool down.
Palmer often ordered his special drink at country clubs where he was known by simply ordering a “Mr. Palmer.” The waitstaff at places like Augusta National and his hometown club of Latrobe Country Club always knew what he was talking about.
However, according to Palmer himself, in the late 1960s in Palm Springs, California, a woman overheard him ordering his signature drink at a country club and said that she would like one of those “Mr. Palmers” too. From there, the drink spread by word of mouth all over the country until it became a household name. Cheers to Arnold Palmer and his special, delicious drink!
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]]>The post Get To Know Your Tomatoes appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>It is important that you choose tomatoes that are fresh, juicy, and that will last for several days in the fridge. The best tomatoes will have unblemished skins, that are glossy and firm to the touch.
There are many different varieties of tomato. While they all have their own special features, there are some that are more common than others, and more useful. Some of the best varieties to know are the cherry tomato, the plum tomato, the standard globe tomato, and the beafsteak tomato.
Cherry tomatoes are small and sweet. They’re great in salads, stews, or on pizza toppings. They go well with cucumber, salad leaves, and basil.
Plum tomatoes have a long elongated shape. This makes them good for roasting or grilling, and they’re excellent in sauces and soups.
These are big slicing tomatoes. They’re great eaten fresh in salads, but also roasted, baked or stewed. They go well with cheeses, garlic, and pesto.
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]]>The post Did You Know That There Are Over 11 Varieties Of Eggplant? appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>There are many different varieties of eggplant. The American or Globe eggplant is the one that we are most familiar with, while other varieties include the Chinese eggplant, the Sicilian eggplant, the Fairytale eggplant, the Indian eggplant, the Japanese eggplant, the Rosa Bianca, the Thai eggplant, the White eggplant, and many more.
Try out as many of these different varieties as possible, because they’re all unique in their own way.
You can cook all of these eggplants in many ways. Some of the most effective are roasting, baking, pan-frying, stewing, or deep-frying in batter.
The Chinese and Japanese eggplants are long thin tubes, very different in shape from the American globe variety. The Thai eggplant is small, round, and green. And the Indian eggplant looks like the globe but is smaller and rounder in shape.
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]]>The post What Makes Soft-Serve Ice Cream Unique? appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>One of the key factors that gives soft-serve ice cream its unique character is the low amount of milkfat that is contained in the final product. Only about 3% to 6% of the final composition of soft-serve is milkfat, which gives it a softer and airier texture.
While regular ice cream is frozen and churned at temperatures between 0 and 10 degrees Fahrenheit, the serving and churning temperature for soft-serve is much higher. At around 25 degrees Fahrenheit, this makes for a more liquidy treat that isn’t as brain-numbingly cold.
Another reason that soft-serve ice cream is lighter than regular ice cream is because it contains extra air which is churned in. This is done in order to keep the ice cream stable and non-melty in warmer conditions.
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]]>The post It’s Filloa Time in Galicia! appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>Filloas are one of the most popular of these Galician treats, and the month of February is the traditional time to sample them if you are lucky enough to be in Galicia or in a place where they can be found.
Have you ever tried a crepe before? If so, you already have an idea of what a filloa is like. Milk, eggs, flour, and sugar are the main ingredients that are used for the batter of this special treat. Some Galician chefs also add anise or cinnamon to their filloas to give them an extra bit of flavor.
These sweet treats are then spread thin on a hot surface, traditionally a griddle, and cooked on both sides until they are golden-brown. Traditional Galician toppings for filloas include honey (the region is known for producing fantastic honey), powdered sugar, and even a cinnamon-sugar mix. Nowadays, although it isn’t necessarily traditional, Nutella, melted chocolate, and even cream can even be put inside of them.
Is your mouth watering yet? Be sure to give filloas a try if you get a chance.
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]]>The post What’s the Difference Between Black and Green Tea? appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>While everyone is familiar with the existence of these two “colors” of tea, what is it exactly that makes them different? Let’s dive into green and black teas and find out more!
Green tea is taken as leaves and buds from the tea plant that are not subjected to any sort of process after they are picked other than drying. There are many ways that green tea is dried, including sun-drying, steaming, baking at low temperatures, and charcoal firing.
This results in a tea that has a delicate, natural flavor and does not contain more than a little bit of bitterness. It certainly has a more neutral taste that especially shines when the quality of the tea leaves is high.
Black tea differs from green tea due to the fact that it undergoes an oxidation and withering process that alters its taste. First, after being picked, the leaves are placed in a room in which air is blown over the leaves, causing them to lose moisture.
Then, they are rolled and oxidized by staying in an oxygen-rich, moist room which causes them to acquire a more bitter and astringent taste and a black color. This is why the final product tastes so different!
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]]>The post What’s the Difference Between Black and Green Tea? appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>While everyone is familiar with the existence of these two “colors” of tea, what is it exactly that makes them different? Let’s dive into green and black teas and find out more!
Green tea is taken as leaves and buds from the tea plant that are not subjected to any sort of process after they are picked other than drying. There are many ways that green tea is dried, including sun-drying, steaming, baking at low temperatures, and charcoal firing.
This results in a tea that has a delicate, natural flavor and does not contain more than a little bit of bitterness. It certainly has a more neutral taste that especially shines when the quality of the tea leaves is high.
Black tea differs from green tea due to the fact that it undergoes an oxidation and withering process that alters its taste. First, after being picked, the leaves are placed in a room in which air is blown over the leaves, causing them to lose moisture.
Then, they are rolled and oxidized by staying in an oxygen-rich, moist room which causes them to acquire a more bitter and astringent taste and a black color. This is why the final product tastes so different!
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]]>The post Avoid Pairing Wine With These Foods appeared first on Cooking 4 All.
]]>However, keep in mind that there are some foods that simply do not go well with any type of wine. Here are some that you should choose a different drink to enjoy with.
Contrary to popular belief, you probably do not want to pair sushi with wine the next time you have this special Japanese treat. Why? Well, the complex flavors of fish, sushi rice, and seaweed are unique and hard to pair with, and wine even has certain compounds that can give fish a metallic aftertaste while drinking it.
Not all people enjoy Brussel Sprouts, and even those who do will readily admit that this vegetable is not for everyone. Earthy and even a little bit sulfurous, drinking wine with these little green guys is an experience that leads to a strange taste that you may not enjoy.
Can you believe it? Even though chocolate and red wine are often touted as an ideal pairing, the reality is that if you want to enjoy the best of both your chocolate and wine, it’s best not to mix them. The fattiness of chocolate and its own tannins can leave a sour taste in your mouth while enjoying wine.
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