April 22, 2021

Kitchen How to

What is Earth Day? On April 22nd every year, people all over the world celebrate Earth Day!  The holiday began on April 22nd, 1970, which is marked as the beginning of the environmental movement, (learn more about the history of Earth Day here.) In short, Earth Day helped inspire people all over America to speak

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March 30, 2021

Cheeses

What is cream cheese? Cream cheese is a very soft, spreadable white cheese. It first became popular in the 1800s on the East coast, but now it is popular worldwide.  What does cream cheese taste like Cream cheese is a very mild-tasting cheese with a slight acidic tang. The cheese’s mild flavor makes it an

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March 19, 2021

Kitchen How to

What is parchment paper? Parchment paper is a type of heat-resistant paper that can be used in the kitchen for a variety of baking and cooking applications. Parchment paper comes in a variety of tones depending on if it’s bleached or unbleached. Parchment paper is coated with silicone to help with heat and stick resistance. 

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March 17, 2021

Mexican Food

Americans love the cuisine coming from our neighbors to the south; it is the second most popular ethnic food, second to Chinese.  In the U.S. there are over 59,000 Mexican restaurants around the country.  1. What are some popular Mexican dishes?  At Mexican restaurants in the States, common dishes include burritos, tacos, and enchiladas (Although

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March 12, 2021

Vegetables

What are mushrooms? Mushrooms are a type of fungi that are edible. There are hundreds of varieties of edible mushrooms available, all of which grow from the ground. They vary in size, shape, color, and texture. A typical mushroom, like the common white mushroom, includes a short stem and a rounded mushroom cap.  Different Varieties

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