July 23, 2020

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Nuts

Learn About Walnuts

What are Walnuts? A walnut is a fruit grown on a specific family of trees.  Despite being a fruit, we classify a walnut as a nut.  Walnuts have a bumpy and ridged texture, similar to the look of a brain, with thin brown skin and white interior.  Quality walnuts feel somewhat brittle.  They may come

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July 22, 2020

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Nuts, Legumes and Grains

Learn About Peanuts

What are Peanuts? A peanut is a legume grown from a flowering plant.  Despite being legumes, we classify peanuts as nuts.  Peanuts have bulbous brown shells with patterned grooves around the outside.  Most peanut shells contain two peanuts, which are oblong and brown.  Raw peanuts have a crunchy, chewy texture and smell nutty.  Retailers carry

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July 22, 2020

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Seasonings and Flavorings

Learn About Teriyaki Sauce

What is Teriyaki Sauce? Teriyaki sauce is a glaze or sauce originating from Japan.  It is a moderately thick reddish-brown liquid with visible specks of various spices and flavorings.  Teriyaki sauce usually contains soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, brown sugar, water, ginger, and cornstarch.  Some variations use sesame oil, vinegar, red pepper

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July 22, 2020

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Nuts

Learn About Peacans

What are Pecans? Pecans are a tree-grown nut originating from the southern United States and northern Mexico.  They are oblong and flat with grooves on the flat sides.  Pecans have a white interior and a brown exterior.  Raw pecans feel slightly soft and crumbly and have an earthy smell.  Roasted pecans feel crunchy with an

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July 22, 2020

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Seasonings and Flavorings

Learn About Hoisin Sauce

What is Hoisin Sauce? Hoisin sauce is a sauce and condiment originating from China.  Hoisin sauce is dark and thick, similar to barbecue sauce.  Most versions of hoisin sauce use soybean paste, garlic, fennel, red chiles, sugar, and vinegar.  Some versions include five-spice, sesame paste, peanut butter, or other spices.  It has a strong smell.

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