June 12, 2020

Dairy, Cheeses

What is Queso Fresco? Queso fresco is a type of cheese with strong roots in Mexican cuisine.  It is a white crumbly cheese usually made from cow’s milk, but it is sometimes made of a mixture of goat’s and cow’s milk.  Its name translates to “fresh cheese” and queso fresco is often sold fresh or

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June 12, 2020

Kitchen Tools

What is an Aluminum Pan? Aluminum pans are commonly used in cooking or baking.  These types of pans are made of aluminum, which means they are silvery gray and often lightweight.  An aluminum pan heats and cooks food evenly.  They also heat up and cool down quickly.  Aluminum pans come in various forms, such as

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June 12, 2020

Vegetables

What is Broccolini? Broccolini, also called baby broccoli, is a vegetable originally developed in Japan.  Broccolini is a hybrid vegetable, grown by naturally breeding broccoli with Chinese broccoli.  The broccolini vegetable now grows in Japan, Mexico, parts of Arizona, and California.  Broccolini looks like a cross between broccoli and asparagus.  They may also have small

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June 12, 2020

Herbs

What is Fennel? Fennel is an herb originating from the Mediterranean and is related to the carrot.  Fennel has a medium white bulb and green wispy, feathery leaves.  The leaves are considered the herb, but the bulb is a vegetable.  The bulb has a crunchy texture when raw.  When cooked, the bulb has a soft,

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June 12, 2020

Herbs

What is Cilantro? Cilantro is an herb made from the leaves and stem of the coriander plant.  Cilantro is also sometimes called coriander leaves.  It is green, with small, spiky-edged leaves.  Cilantro leaves are soft, while the stems are crunchy.  This herb is mostly consumed fresh, but dried varieties are available. What Does Cilantro Taste

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