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Why would you serve tea sandwiches?

The concept of tea sandwiches derives from the British tradition of afternoon tea, a light meal served in late afternoon intended to fend off hunger until the later main meal. Bridal showers, baby showers, cocktail parties and birthday parties are occasions where a similar type meal would be appropriate.\nTea sandwiches provide a great deal of menu flexibility. They can feature a wide variety of bread and fillings, appealing to the varied tastes of party guests.

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What is soy lecithin?

The primary purpose of soy lecithin is as an emulsifier in food products. Salad dressings, spreads, chocolate and other fatty processed foods contain soy lecithin to keep the oil from separating from the other ingredients. Non-stick sprays contain soy lecithin as a lubricant, and bakers use soy lecithin on their dough to prevent stickiness. Soy lecithin is high in choline, which improves cholesterol levels, acne and liver function.

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What ingredients are in Cajun seasoning?

A simple Cajun seasoning contains just paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano and black pepper. Cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes mixed into the blend adds spiciness; many recipes only require a small amount. Dried parsley and thyme add a subtle savory flavor. Many Cajun seasoning mixes also include salt to taste.\nFor extra spice, some Cajun seasoning blends include dried habanero peppers, New Mexican chiles or chipotle chiles, and the blend may use smoked paprika for a barbecue-style flavor. Cajun seasonings may also use freeze-dried granulated onions, garlic and celery.\nCajun seasoning ta..

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What are some of Hellman's chicken receipes?

Parmesan crusted chicken uses four ingredients: chicken breasts, Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoned bread crumbs. Arrange the chicken breasts on a baking sheet. Combine the Parmesan cheese and mayonnaise, and place the mix on top of the chicken breasts. Sprinkle the chicken with Italian bread crumbs and bake at 425 F for 20 minutes.The recipe for Cajun chicken breasts requires six ingredients: Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise, Cajun spice blend, shredded Mexican blend cheese, fresh parsley leaves, bread crumbs and chicken breast halves. Combine the ingredients..

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What are some good cranberry gelatin salad recipes for the holiday season?

To make the Festive Jell-O Cranberry-Pineapple Salad, start by draining a 20-ounce can of crushed pineapple, making sure to save the juice and to set aside a tablespoon of pineapple. Add cold water to the pineapple juice to get 3 cups of total liquid. Bring the juice and water mixture to a boil in a saucepan, and then mix with two 3-ounce packages of strawberry gelatin. Add in a 16-ounce can of whole cranberry sauce and refrigerate the gelatin mixture for 1 1/2 to two hours.\nAfter removing from the refrigerator, stir in the pineapple, a chopped pear and 2/3 cup chopped walnuts. Put the salad ..

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How do you read a wine pairing chart?

Wine charts are usually constructed as grids. Some charts are more complex than others and display a wider variety of wine and food, but the system for most grids is the same.\nA good example of a simple wine pairing chart is located on WineIntro.com. Across the top of the chart is a list of six types of white wine, each in its own column. Along the side of the chart is a list of 16 types of food, each in its own row. Each row intersects with each column, with diamond markers positioned in some intersections but not others. The intersections that feature diamond markers indicate that the corre..

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What are some simple vegetable soup recipes?

To make Betty Crocker's vegetable soup, first make a seasoning blend by combining prechopped onion, finely chopped garlic, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Combine the seasoning blend with 1 pound of ground beef and cook the beef for 5 to 7 minutes. Add in 2 1/2 cups water, a bag of frozen mixed vegetables, a can of chopped tomatoes and a can of tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

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How much does a peanut weigh?

A peanut contains 0.94 gram of fat, 0.27 gram of carbohydrates and 0.5 gram of protein. Peanuts are high in monounsaturated fats, which are healthy for the heart. Peanuts can also help prevent gallstones, protect against Alzheimer's disease and reduce the risk of weight gain. Peanuts have existed for thousands of years and originated in South America. They were introduced to North America during the beginning of the slave trade.

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What is a good Lit’l Smokies recipe for a Crock-Pot?

A variation of this recipe is to use a jar of chili sauce and a can of cranberry sauce. Add both to the Crock-Pot along with 2 packages of Lit'l Smokies, and cook them for 2 to 3 hours on high heat. Another option is to cut 1 pound of bacon into thirds and wrap a strip around each Lit'l Smokie. Place the bacon-wrapped Smokies in a Crock-Pot, and cover them with 3/4 cup of brown sugar. Cook the combination on high for 3 hours.\nYou can create a main dish using Lit'l Smokies by putting 8 apples that have been peeled, cored and sliced into a Crock-Pot along with 4 packages of Lit&a..

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What are some good hamburger meat recipes?

Hamburger patties need to be cooked roughly three to four minutes on each side over high heat to be cooked through. Letting the meat rest after cooking for up to five minutes ensures the juices stay locked in when the patty is broken.\nA meatloaf needs 1 pound of ground beef, a few chopped vegetables (such as bell peppers, onions and tomatoes), and seasonings. Common seasonings include salt, pepper and garlic. Once all ingredients are mixed and put in a pan, the mixture needs to cook for roughly one hour for the meat to be cooked through. Before cooking, a topping of ketchup and brown sugar sh..

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